60th Anniv reissue of 146 Meisterstuck green striated FP

[niksch]

Has the size been discussed?

 

 

Yes, many times. Either in this thread or the original thread. IOT make things 'easier' we decided to design the pen based on the modern 146, with a material the resembles the old material, so as to not require re-tooling of machinery, to maximize use of existing parts or at least part designs (like the curved section you see on the Dostoevsky and other WEs).

[Ghost Plane]

And that attracted many of us who need/want the larger size.

[Blade Runner]

I prefer the larger too.

 

Now what about small design element to distinguish the pen from the original?

Perhaps an engraving on the cap or barrel featuring?

Edited June 11, 2009 by jeen

[Chris Chalmers]

I vote for the larger too.........not that there is a vote - just saying I prefer larger pens! As to making something to show it is a special production............I agree with Jeen!

[Ghost Plane]

I lean away from anything on the barrel to interfere with the lovely green striation. If we need distinction, let's put it on the band.

[Blade Runner]

I was thinking an engraving on the cap or barrel without coloration would give some nice detail without distracting from the pattern.

Examples would be the engraved MB logo with the mountain silouette on the cap of the Voltaire or the engraving on the barrels of Aurora Optimas.

 

I think some distinguishing feature would add to the uniqueness of this pen and make it something more than a faithful reproduction.

Edited June 11, 2009 by jeen

[Ghost Plane]

I'm all for distinguishing features. I just hate when they distract from the symmetry of the pen or distort the pattern.

[Blade Runner]

I'm all for distinguishing features. I just hate when they distract from the symmetry of the pen or distort the pattern.

I agree GP. If you've seen the engravings I mentioned, they're not very obvious or distracting, at least to my eye

yet provide that nice detail.

 

[adelaidepen]

I've just e-mailed Solomon - I'm in for one - whatever the exact final design.

Simon

[Blade Runner]

I've just e-mailed Solomon - I'm in for one - whatever the exact final design.

Simon

Hi Simon,

Welcome to the MB forum.

[mdp0430]

I'm in for one as well!!!

[Blade Runner]

:clap1:

I'm in for one as well!!!

and welcome to the MB forum.

 

[mdp0430]

Thank you Jeen. I can't seem to get away from these MB pens!!! I was looking at a couple of Parker Centenials, but keep coming back to MB's regular line, LE's, etc.

[FredRydr]

All,

 

Please remember to contact Solomon (Varmas) by email and tell him you want one or more of these amazing pens. He will gather particulars from you for contacting you as we make progress. A copy of Solomon's prior post follows below.

 

Fred

 

Dear all,

 

Everyone who has emailed their request to be on the buyers' list have had a confirmation email from me in the order the emails were received.

 

Likewise for those who have PMed me earlier in the project. A confirmation PM was sent.

 

If you haven't already done so, please send send to me your pertinent information including full address, name, FPN ID and prefered nib size. Please email this information to me at: solomonvarma@hotmail.com .

 

All information is kept in the strictest of confidence.

 

Stay well,

Solomon

 

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Edited June 14, 2009 by FredRydr

[Diamondback]

Great to see that the orders are continuing to roll in.

 

For those of you sitting on the fence take the plunge and e-mail your order to varmas. As someone who is lucky enough to own one of the vintage green striated 146s which is the model for this new LE pen you will not be disappointed.

 

Mark

Edited June 14, 2009 by Diamondback

[montblancdude]

Fred,

 

Thanks so much for undertaking such a huge project with Solomon and Varmas! It's so nice of you to do something this big that would so positively impact the pen world! I will definitely buy one of these when I have enough money!

 

I'm eagerly following this thread to see how this turns out... if Montblanc can say no to this after all the work you guys have done (even going so far as to get celluloid for the model!!!!), I will be very surprised and saddened.

Edited June 15, 2009 by montblancdude

[Brian]

Here's hoping that you have met or exceeded the original goal of 100 pens! Let us know how the sample celluloid did after your inspection and also any other information you are able to share.

 

Thanks again and best of luck on this great project.

[FredRydr]

I will be looking at the celluloid on Monday afternoon, 29 June. Apparently the striated grey (which was already in the pipeline) is correct and beautiful, and the green will be identical but for the tint.

 

Afterward, Eric and I will talk about more technical aspects in light of this source, and Solomon will update us on the list.

 

Fred

Edited June 27, 2009 by FredRydr

[Brian]

I will be looking at the celluloid on Monday afternoon, 29 June. Apparently the striated grey (which was already in the pipeline) is correct and beautiful, and the green will be identical but for the tint.

 

Afterward, Eric and I will talk about more technical aspects in light of this source, and Solomon will update us on the list.

 

Fred

 

Thank you Fred. I am wondering and this is only a question: what kind of quality controls are being implemented for the celluloid? I only ask this because many of us are familiar with vintage MBs and the problems associated with shrinkage causing looseness of the trim rings against barrels and caps. Or maybe its that all that we are seeing in these older MBs that have been otherwise properly cured is the result of decades of shrinkage caused by the owner's lack of care exposing their pens to excessive heat and humidity. Let us know your thoughts on this and best wishes on this journey we are happy to take with you and Solomon.

 

P.S. this is in reference to the platinum lined and the green striated MB celluloids.

 

Brian.

Edited June 27, 2009 by Brian

[FredRydr]

I am wondering and this is only a question: what kind of quality controls are being implemented for the celluloid? I only ask this because many of us are familiar with vintage MBs and the problems associated with shrinkage causing looseness of the trim rings against barrels and caps.

Let's have Eric address this, because I am the novice in this respect. My proximity to the producers allow me to collect the samples and interview the producers. Eric's experience and expertise has been and will continue to be my guide, and he and I will discuss our progress before and after my Monday meeting. But remember, we are not the arbiter of the final product. All this information, samples and minimum order will be presented to Montblanc decision-makers as a concise package to convince them that not only is the re-release of this 146 viable, but is also profitable. Therefore, Montblanc will pass final judgment on quality issues, because Montblanc is the manufacturer of the final product.

 

As an aside, it is my understanding that quality and shrinkage issues in vintage pens was usually due to insufficient curing of the celluloid before it was used in manufacture. Our producers have represented to me that they are careful to ensure stability of the final product by holding celluloid material until fully cured before delivery to pen manufacturers.

 

Fred

Edited June 27, 2009 by FredRydr