Why Are Used Starwalker Pens So Expensive Now?

[anonymousmoose]

I was looking for a refill, first time in years and I'm finding it amazing how expensive Starwalker pens are.

 

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Authentic-Mont-Blanc-Fountain-Pen-Starwalker-Metal-Rubber-75122-/262074938191

 

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Pen-Mont-Blanc-Star-Walker-Ball-Point-color-Black-/281820485290

 

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Auth-MONTBLANC-Starwalker-Ballpoint-Pen-Fineliner-Metal-Rubber-Excellent-G658-/381441730972

 

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Auth-MONTBLANC-Starwalker-Ballpoint-Pen-Fineliner-Metal-Rubber-Excellent-G658-/381441730972

 

Thats crazy because back years ago I purchased a Ballpint and Finlinder from an AD in HK for about $600US the set. I had Australian money which was also high at the time.

 

 

 

 

[Appelboompen]

Haha I laughed about the ''Skywalker'' misspelling, we have a lot of clients who come in our store and asking for the Montblanc Skywalker, Montblanc have to do something with that!

 

On topic:

 

The prices are probably that high because the Metal and Rubber Starwalker is discontinued.

[Chrissy]

I think there is a Baoer fake that they call a Skywalker

[HermetiC]

Because are Jedi pens.

[Mister Mont Blanc]

On the contrary, I've been surprised at how inexpensive some of the StarWalker models have been recently. My assumption is that both of these are caused by the recent StarWalker Extreme models that seem to be replacing the previous StarWalker models. I have been finding many resin StarWalker pens (ballpoints mainly) being priced on eBay for only $100 to $200; namely, Midnight Black and Platinum models. While the Extreme Resin models are starting at around $300 or $350 for new ballpoints.

The laqcuer and metal StarWalker models that are no longer made are probably increasing because they are becoming more rare and harder to find and they were already more expensive and more rare than the resin models. I know that the Cool Blue StarWalker has always been found at a premium since it's discontinuance.

[888007888]

As you can see from my avatar, I'm a StarWalker fan. Of my MB Ballpoint collection, my Ballpoints that are most loved are the StarWalkers. I only have 3: the Cool Blue, a Red Gold Metal, and a Midnight Metal. I find that the balance is just wonderful in the hands and the metal versions are my favorites due to their heavier weight. Something about the heavy weight just makes them feel classy and more substantial as opposed to the lighter resin versions. I don't let clients touch any of my FPs so these SW BPs are the only ones I let anyone use. That being said, I'm not a fan of the newer models as the grips aren't as comfortable to me. I do, however, like the new flat top dome. I just wish they kept the rounded grip section. I also have a new go to rollerball, the same Meisterstuck 90 years solitaire that Mister Mont Blanc has as well. But that's another discussion. I think as some of these get discontinued, the non resin versions will be more coveted. Perhaps the currency exchange rates and slight inflation play a part in the increased price also. Just my 2cents ...

Edited November 5, 2015 by 888007888

[anonymousmoose]

Haha I laughed about the ''Skywalker'' misspelling, we have a lot of clients who come in our store and asking for the Montblanc Skywalker, Montblanc have to do something with that!

 

Yes, good mistake. Star Wars on the brain and I'm not the biggest fan either.

[anonymousmoose]

Because are Jedi pens.

 

I did attempt to cut a lemon with it but it didnt work... no lightsaber qualty I'm afraid.

 

Back on topic. I bought a ballpint black risin starwalker on ebay for $180AUD. The seller in the UK was selling around 5 but I bid on only 1 (felt it was risky). I was wishing I bid on all 5. He got them from somewhere that was closing down or something and was selling them cheap.

Edited November 6, 2015 by anonymousmoose

[Mister Mont Blanc]

As you can see from my avatar, I'm a StarWalker fan. Of my MB Ballpoint collection, my Ballpoints that are most loved are the StarWalkers. I only have 3: the Cool Blue, a Red Gold Metal, and a Midnight Metal. I find that the balance is just wonderful in the hands and the metal versions are my favorites due to their heavier weight. Something about the heavy weight just makes them feel classy and more substantial as opposed to the lighter resin versions. I don't let clients touch any of my FPs so these SW BPs are the only ones I let anyone use. That being said, I'm not a fan of the newer models as the grips aren't as comfortable to me. I do, however, like the new flat top dome. I just wish they kept the rounded grip section. I also have a new go to rollerball, the same Meisterstuck 90 years solitaire that Mister Mont Blanc has as well. But that's another discussion. I think as some of these get discontinued, the non resin versions will be more coveted. Perhaps the currency exchange rates and slight inflation play a part in the increased price also. Just my 2cents ...

 

I still haven't gotten my hands on a StarWalker Extreme ballpoint but I find myself liking the design more more every time I look at them. They are more of a modern kind of style in terms of looks, and I usually like the classical style. But aesthetics aside, the function seems very reasonable to me in relation to their lower cost compared to the classical styles; namely, Meisterstück pens. I like that the pen's girth is in between a Classique and a Legrand.

Glad to see that you love that 90th Solitaire, too I just want to stare at it twisting in the light sometimes. It certainly possesses that extra weight you refer to.

[BillZ]

How long has the Starwallker been in production? My wife gave me a set of FP and RB in March 2007 for my birthday. I was under the impression thy were relatively new at the time. Just curious.

[Chrissy]

 

I did attempt to cut a lemon with it but it didnt work... no lightsaber qualty I'm afraid.

 

Back on topic. I bought a ballpint black risin starwalker on ebay for $180AUD. The seller in the UK was selling around 5 but I bid on only 1 (felt it was risky). I was wishing I bid on all 5. He got them from somewhere that was closing down or something and was selling them cheap.

 

I'm afraid I would have considered it too risky to buy one. The black resin and rubber grid Starwalkers are the most faked pens in the Montblanc range.

[anonymousmoose]

 

I'm afraid I would have considered it too risky to buy one. The black resin and rubber grid Starwalkers are the most faked pens in the Montblanc range.

 

Yes, but the seller had the feedback and he seemed genuine. Plus there was buyer protection. I know 100% it was real because a few years later the bottom cracked and I sent it to MB for repair which they did gratis. If it were fake, I am very sure MB would have told me.

Edited November 7, 2015 by anonymousmoose