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Old 14 July 2019, 01:57 AM   #27
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Yes it is the #9 sized nib (third digit in MB model designation) but is patterned after the 139 which preceded the 149 and was more a domed ended rather than the Sheaffer like shape of the 149.

The 139 was made from the late 1930s until the early 1950s.
Jim always causes me to appreciate the folks on this forum that are willing to share their wisdom with us. I should have known this!

Have to say that both of these FPs are two of my favorites from Montblanc's writers series.

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