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I recently bought a 149 from the FPN classifieds (what a treasure trove!). It's my first 149 with a beautiful F nib; I'm actually finding it difficult to go back to my 146s due to the sheer comfort.

 

At the risk of controversy; could there be a better pen?! :P

 

CJ

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My most recent addition - a size 4 button filler in platinum stripe, made in Italy. A couple of quick snaps.

 

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7441/9054936697_b6442c176a_c.jpg
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7443/9054936071_65cf1bd372_c.jpg

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My most recent addition - a size 4 button filler in platinum stripe, made in Italy. A couple of quick snaps.

 

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7441/9054936697_b6442c176a_c.jpg
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7443/9054936071_65cf1bd372_c.jpg

 

superb pen. Congrats!

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Actually it's not new, I found it after years of hiding in one of my 'little things' boxes since moving to other places. An MB 149 from the 1990's. That is about 20 years 'lost in translation'! The nib is somehow misaligned and I just sent it to Greg Minuskin to be fixed. It has an OB nib.

I spent hours to clear my old stuff in the hope to find some more treasures. Couldn't find any more :( But now my place looks very shiny :D What a Father's Day!

For sale: M625 red/silver, P395 gold, Delta Fellini.

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Couple of months ago, bought myself a Montblanc Meisterstück 'Reserve de marché' watch as a gift :)

http://i40.tinypic.com/2rpa974.jpg

 

 

Felt so in love with the brand and my gf saw that. Couple of weeks ago, gf got me as my bd present

 

Montblanc Meisterstück Signature For Goods ballpoint

 

http://www.wheelersluxurygifts.com/cm_sitedata/product_images/737711363882362_0422.jpg

 

And just bought a MB 24 at an auction.

 

Will post a pic when it arrives

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Couple of months ago, bought myself a Montblanc Meisterstück 'Reserve de marché' watch as a gift :)

http://i40.tinypic.com/2rpa974.jpg

 

 

Felt so in love with the brand and my gf saw that. Couple of weeks ago, gf got me as my bd present

 

Montblanc Meisterstück Signature For Goods ballpoint

 

http://www.wheelersluxurygifts.com/cm_sitedata/product_images/737711363882362_0422.jpg

 

And just bought a MB 24 at an auction.

 

Will post a pic when it arrives

Very nice. Just remember that one MB leads to 20...or more.

" Gladly would he learn and gladly teach" G. Chaucer

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Very nice. Just remember that one MB leads to 20...or more.

 

Indeed, the more I got from MB, the more I want :P

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Shipping soon: a late 1970s Montblanc 149 with EF nib. Pictures looked really nice, excellent line variation in the writing sample. My first 149 in EF-size. Can't wait!

 

The 149 EF has arrived this morning. nicely wrapped and packaged, no box or papers (as expected). Looks gorgeous, almost entirely without flaws, inked it up with a bit of Waterman Florida Blue. The nib feels very good on paper, the line is nice, (extra-) fine and smooth.

 

Here she is with her younger sister, Agatha:

 

fpn_1371641096__mb-ac-149.jpg

 

 

And here's a close-up of my latest addition:

 

fpn_1371641375__mb-149-ef.jpg

 

 

14C extra-fine nib, split ebonite feed, two-piece barrel (I think I got this right), brass threads on the filler mechanism. Nib is really wonderful. Via penboard.de / Tom Westerich.

 

Not entirely sure about Florida Blue in this one -- looks a bit pale.

 

OK, back to work for me! Fortunately, I can use this pen to take notes while testing / debugging software.

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The 149 EF has arrived this morning. nicely wrapped and packaged, no box or papers (as expected). Looks gorgeous, almost entirely without flaws, inked it up with a bit of Waterman Florida Blue. The nib feels very good on paper, the line is nice, (extra-) fine and smooth.

 

Here she is with her younger sister, Agatha:

 

 

 

And here's a close-up of my latest addition:

 

 

 

14C extra-fine nib, split ebonite feed, two-piece barrel (I think I got this right), brass threads on the filler mechanism. Nib is really wonderful. Via penboard.de / Tom Westerich.

 

Not entirely sure about Florida Blue in this one -- looks a bit pale.

 

OK, back to work for me! Fortunately, I can use this pen to take notes while testing / debugging software.

 

Many congrats.

Hope it will perform flawless.

Wow what a nib. Almost like a needle (that sharp).

Does it feel scratchy on the paper?

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Congratulations on your latest pmhudepo. Tom is a real gent and excellent to deal with.

 

That EF nib looks magnificient in the comparison shot with the Agatha. Don't you just love those 149 nibs! :happycloud9:

Thank you very much for sharing.

Pavoni.

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Many congrats.

Hope it will perform flawless.

Wow what a nib. Almost like a needle (that sharp).

Does it feel scratchy on the paper?

 

Thanks!

 

The Agatha Christie has an F nib, so the EF on the 149 really is small. But it is not at all scratchy. I think buttery smooth is appropriate here.

 

I also have a Sailor 1911 large with a fine nib, which writes even thinner (I think; don't have both with me right now) but also displays that "hot knife through butter" pleasant form of tiniest resistance.

 

I'm not sure how well you can tell from the iPhone snap, but the EF nib has a bit of a nose ("wipneus" in Dutch), so the actual area of contact isn't all that small.

 

fpn_1371642774__mb-149-ef-nose.jpg

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Thanks!

 

The Agatha Christie has an F nib, so the EF on the 149 really is small. But it is not at all scratchy. I think buttery smooth is appropriate here.

 

I also have a Sailor 1911 large with a fine nib, which writes even thinner (I think; don't have both with me right now) but also displays that "hot knife through butter" pleasant form of tiniest resistance.

 

I'm not sure how well you can tell from the iPhone snap, but the EF nib has a bit of a nose ("wipneus" in Dutch), so the actual area of contact isn't all that small.

 

fpn_1371642774__mb-149-ef-nose.jpg

Ah, I see what you mean.

If you have time can you provide a writing sample? I really want to know if there is any line-variation, so I can widen my range for future nibs.

 

(wipneus give a translation: tip-tilted nose)

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I'll have a go at writing samples with EF, F and M at home later today! Hopefully, it will be useful.

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My most recent addition - a size 4 button filler in platinum stripe, made in Italy. A couple of quick snaps.

 

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7441/9054936697_b6442c176a_c.jpg
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7443/9054936071_65cf1bd372_c.jpg

 

WOW, Congrats! Stunning pen! I had no clue any MB's were made in Italy.

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pavoni

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That platinum stripe finish on Sunnerd's latest really is delightful. :puddle: Another beauty to add to that :notworthy1: wonderful collection of his.

 

Pavoni.

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Great close up shot of that needle nib- looks awesome.. And dangerous!

 

 

 

 

And here's a close-up of my latest addition:

 

fpn_1371641375__mb-149-ef.jpg

 

 

14C extra-fine nib, split ebonite feed, two-piece barrel (I think I got this right), brass threads on the filler mechanism. Nib is really wonderful. Via penboard.de / Tom Westerich.

 

Not entirely sure about Florida Blue in this one -- looks a bit pale.

 

OK, back to work for me! Fortunately, I can use this pen to take notes while testing / debugging software.

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Today - Montblanc 24 piston filler from years 60'.

http://images10.fotosik.pl/4371/4d31299093a88a4b.jpg

http://images10.fotosik.pl/4371/d6e51d5ddf9cbb5c.jpg

With Monblanc 22.

http://images10.fotosik.pl/4371/c301e88c3c4472c1.jpg

http://images10.fotosik.pl/4371/2973cdc7c341a74e.jpg

Nib.

http://images10.fotosik.pl/4371/f9303bb19efadb08.jpg

http://images10.fotosik.pl/4371/5657fc6ee57e35ce.jpg

http://images10.fotosik.pl/4371/fa7c58cf2c5793f7.jpg

 

regards

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