Need Some Guidance

[greensparcs]

So I have just graduated from college and I am in the market for a gift for myself and it is time for me to step up from my sub 150 dollar pens. I am very interested in the 146 and possibly a 149 with the two tone? nibs. I have watched lots of videos but I do not have anywhere near buy that I can physically get a hold of one unfortunately. I write with FPs alot as me and my girlfriend write to each other in a journal often so is one better suited to extended writing sessions? I have seen some prefer the 149 but the size to be honest seems intimidating. I am also trying to find one used with the box and the majority of things it came with if possible but everything that fits the bill always seems to be sold on the classifieds and ebay seems a bit sketchy for a big ticket item that is often faked. any advice would be appreciated.

 

 

Greensparcs

[isaacrn]

I would buy off a 149 off of the classifieds here. I have yet to have a bad transaction.

[JLS1]

Fwiw, piston fillers like 146s and 149s are very rarely faked; the mechanism is complex to replicate, relatively speaking. That said, you are more likely to get a used 149 in decent condition off of a pen related board like FPN than eBay, IMHO.

[meiers]

I would buy off a 149 off of the classifieds here. I have yet to have a bad transaction.

Yes.

[Pravda]

Yes, I would also look into buying from the FPN community.. Nice reputable people and great deals.

[Wolverine1]

Where in Texas are you located at? If you are in Houston or near Houston, go and visit Dromgooles Pen shop, you should be able to check out both the 146 and the 149 models there. You will get a cchance to try out the 2 models, and be able to figure out which model with suit your hand and your writing style.

Edited August 18, 2015 by Wolverine1

[ScienceChick]

If you're near Dallas, Paradise Pens in The Galleria carries Montblanc. Ask for Jane.