Thanks all for the comments. Is the chart correct re tri-color 18C nibs? For example, there was one that was advertised and sold here yesterday evening that had a tri-color 18C nib but was described as from the 60s with what seemed to be a feed with grooves on the face only (although there wasn't a photo of the feed, so I can't be sure). This page has a good chart showing the various dimensions and identifying features of the 146 over the years. Montblanc 146 features vs dates. This PDF file shows the equivalent for the 149 series. Although the text is in Japanese, it's still invaluable as a reference. Montblanc 149 features vs. dates Previous Article Montblanc 146
Dating a Montblanc Meisterstuck 146 and 149
Dating a Montblanc 149? By AcLondon March 9, 2021 in Montblanc Followers 5 AcLondon Member - Gold 239 Posted March 9, 2021 I've just got myself a Montblanc 149, my first (!). It's on its way from collector. I'm going mad trying to date it! There seem to be some inconsistencies for dating.. - It's marked W. Germany. Dating my 149 By Wynot November 28, 2021 in Montblanc 4 Wynot Member - Silver 13 Flag: Posted November 28, 2021 A few years ago, I bought a bunch of pens, Montblanc and others at an estate sale. They ranged from "mint, limited edition" to "Oh my God, what happened!?" The Montblanc 149 I'm writing about here is the latter. I'm a total rookie. Dating Dating 149's can be challenging. Luckly a memeber of the Fountain Pen community made a hand chart that makes it easy to date them. Fig. 1 - Chart that dates 149s. Source Image Gallery Fig. 2 - Older 149 with tri-tone nib. All 149's have an ink window. Source. Fig. 3 - 149 exploded view. This example has brass piston threads. Source. Location:West Texas Flag: Posted August 29, 2016 My Original Montblanc 149 — Background and Age Estimation ~ After reading through the entire thread begun by DKbRS titled "Dating Montblanc 149s" I was deeply impressed by the careful thought which he, Barry Gabay and others gave to developing an approach to estimating the dates of 149s.
Montblanc 146 vs 149 Comparison with Photo Review Galen Leather
1 2 Next Page 1 of 2 sanesan Member - Gold 86 Flag: Posted August 7, 2018 Hello, I've got an interesting mb 149 which may have some parts from different eras. It's got a tri-tone 18C nib (which according to the "dating 149's" chart is an earlier nib), but it's also got the split ebonite feed and plastic threaded piston. Hi all, I have run through the PDF on a MontBlanc 149 i picked up on local classifieds and my conclusion seems to be that it is a 1970's circa 149. I have attached images. Are these worth around 400 USD? That is what I paid for the pen, and not sure if I overpaid :) If someone thinks otherwise than 1970's-1980's, I'd love to know. From what I see: This chart would suggest the plastic threaded 149 certainly is pre-90, and the 14k might be.. You'll find hints about other details as well; suggesting for instance that the aforementioned plastic threaded 18C tri-color might be mid-50s to early 70s. (Haven't cross-checked for other details.) Despite what the dating charts and lore claim, 149s of all eras came in 14 & 18 carat gold. 14 or 18 carat nibs can be firm or flexible or soft. It's really case by case, nib by nib. However, it is safe to say that the the closer you get to the present, the firmer the nib. Finally, i think the grinds and finishing on MB nibs were better in.
First Impressions Montblanc 149 Fountain Pen — The Gentleman Stationer
Full view of Montblanc 149s. Vintage and less vintage I don't have any 90's vintage 149's These range from 1952 to about '90, they only come in black. l to r 1. circa 1952 celluloid 2. circa '59 celluloid 3. early 60's 4 & 5 mid 70's to early 80's 6. about '90. Same line up but with a vintage 146 first in line to show the size difference . The. The 149 is a luxury icon that represents the best of what Montblanc has to offer, if you can afford the steep price. Fortunately, Montblanc pens can be found on the secondary market, often in like new or barely used condition, for a significant discount, and I typically hunt for Montblancs at pen shows, in retailers' "gently used" sections, or during Fountain Pen Day or "Black Friday.
The Montblanc Meisterstück 149 retails for 775 EUR (yellow or rose gold trim) or 805 EUR for the platinum trim version (MSRP of 935-985 USD in the US), which is undoubtedly a lot of money. A lot of 149's are sold on the second hand market for a fraction of the cost. In this case, buying used is a great option if you want to make it. Pen Size Selected. size guide. Edit. 149 147.3mm. AUD 1,550.00. Nib Type selected. nib guide. M - Medium 0.62 mm. In case you find that the selected nib of your fountain pen does not fit your writing style, Montblanc's Customer Service Centre will gladly assist you in replacing your nib free of charge, within six weeks of purchase.
Ideal Montblanc 149 Manufacturing Date
The 149 Platinum box is large but simple. I think the most ornate part of it is the outer cardboard box, which is white with a silver starburst. The top right corner has Montblanc and the logo printed on it, and the bottom left corner says "Meisterstück 149". Seeing this in a box from Appelboom made my heart go pitter patter. A Mont Blanc Meistersteck 149 pen, styled in black with gold metal detail, with a 14ct gold nib engraved '4810', made in Germany, boxed.. Mont Blanc, Starwalker red gold fountain pen, black lacquer with diamond-cut lines, star emblem to cap top, 18ct rose gold plated nib, clip and fittings, stamped 'Au585, Montblanc', with ink cartridge and.
