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tkc324 · 26 May 2010, 06:23 AM

I have 2 MB fountains. One is 146 and the other is Boheme.
They are both platinum fountain pens so they look very similar from the outside.
I can only keep one and need to sell the other one.

Which one would you keep and which one would you sell? And WHY??

Taffi Abernathy · 26 May 2010, 06:41 AM

My vote is to keep the 146, it's more of an iconic pen.

JBat · 26 May 2010, 06:41 AM

Most MB's look similar on the outside, but I'd keep the 146 myself. But first I would ask myself which pen I enjoy writing with more.

2careless · 26 May 2010, 06:42 AM

When you said "platinum" do you mean the trim is platinum (while the barrel/cap is precious resin) or the whole pen (clip, cap, barrel) is platinum?

I think the 146 will hold value better than the boehme and the 146 will probably sell for higher. So, if you want to realise more money, then probably sell the 146, otherwise I would keep it.

tkc324 · 26 May 2010, 07:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2careless

When you said "platinum" do you mean the trim is platinum (while the barrel/cap is precious resin) or the whole pen (clip, cap, barrel) is platinum?

I think the 146 will hold value better than the boehme and the 146 will probably sell for higher. So, if you want to realise more money, then probably sell the 146, otherwise I would keep it.

Yes... the trim is platinum... and the rest of the pen are in resin. Both pen look very similar in design and looks.

Thanks to all that have replied so far.

I think 146 is the more iconic pen as well... I am leaning toward 146 right now.

More comments??

Bisquitlips · 26 May 2010, 08:31 AM

The Boheme Platinum

The 146 Platinum

Guys,

I have owned both of these and I have to say that these don't look at all alike to me and I would have to lean toward the Boheme if it has the retractable nib. The 146, on the other hand, is not cartridge only as is the Boheme and holds a ton of ink.

I love them both so it would be a difficult choice.

But what a great choice to have!!!!

JBat · 26 May 2010, 10:31 AM

I love the look of the platinum trim.

gelshocker · 26 May 2010, 01:30 PM

I like the platinum trim too but it can appear slightly 'cold' pen. The yellow gold trim gives it a bit more warmth and family feeling. My 2 cents, Cheers.

VetteBandit · 26 May 2010, 01:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Taffi Abernathy

My vote is to keep the 146, it's more of an iconic pen.

I totally agree, but as Richard brought up I would ask myself which one is better for you as the user - cartridge or piston fill is a big difference.

Lol-x · 26 May 2010, 04:31 PM

I have a 146 and found it to be excellent. It's almost the perfect size. That would be my pick.

Shangas · 26 May 2010, 05:26 PM

The 146 Meisterstuck design is more iconic. I would keep that one and sell the other one.

sunburst · 26 May 2010, 11:23 PM

I vote for 146.
It's a classic - can't go wrong.

Lion · 27 May 2010, 12:07 AM

Both are very nice and beautiful pens...as stated which one do you like the most and would love to keep regardless of what we have to say. But since asked I would keep the #146 since it will use a converter and hold more ink as Richard stated!!!

tkc324 · 27 May 2010, 06:42 AM

Thanks to all that have replied... it is a tough choice.
In the end, maybe i will end up keeping both.
I think if i was to just keep one... the Boheme will go.... since it is more of a flagship pen.
Thanks!~

Lion · 27 May 2010, 07:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tkc324

Thanks to all that have replied... it is a tough choice.
In the end, maybe i will end up keeping both.
I think if i was to just keep one... the Boheme will go.... since it is more of a flagship pen.
Thanks!~

I like you current thoughts...if you can keep both I would!!!

Perdu · 9 June 2010, 11:03 AM

The 146 has been my mainstay since the late eighties. You would have to pry a 146 out of my dead hands. Plus I like piston fillers.

26 May 2010, 06:41 AM	#2
Taffi Abernathy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Faith Location: Philadelphia, PA Watch: TT DJ, SS DJ Posts: 4,053	My vote is to keep the 146, it's more of an iconic pen. __________________ Sarcasm is my second language.

26 May 2010, 08:31 AM	#6
Bisquitlips 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Richard Location: USA Watch: YM Deep Space Posts: 12,506	The Boheme Platinum The 146 Platinum Guys, I have owned both of these and I have to say that these don't look at all alike to me and I would have to lean toward the Boheme if it has the retractable nib. The 146, on the other hand, is not cartridge only as is the Boheme and holds a ton of ink. I love them both so it would be a difficult choice. But what a great choice to have!!!! __________________ Rolex Yacht-Master 40mm (SS-YG / Deep Space MOP) 16623 Breitling Aerospace Titanium / 18K with UTC. Omega Speedmaster 3510.50 Oris TT1 Pro Diver Regulator 43MM

26 May 2010, 04:31 PM	#10
Lol-x Facilitator Join Date: Nov 2005 Real Name: Steve Location: Omnipresent Posts: 33,307	I have a 146 and found it to be excellent. It's almost the perfect size. That would be my pick. __________________ *Most folks are about as happy as they make up their minds to be.* ~Abraham Lincoln Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride. ~John F. Kennedy ROLEXploitation - yeah I'm a victim

26 May 2010, 11:23 PM	#12
sunburst "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Joji Location: KY, So. Cal., NJ Watch: 16800 Posts: 979	I vote for 146. It's a classic - can't go wrong. __________________ Rolex Sub 16800 Rolex No Date Sub 114060 Omega Speedmaster Professional Sinn 356 Flieger II, Sinn 556, Sinn ST-140 Marathon SAR, Marathon GSAR

27 May 2010, 12:07 AM	#13
Lion "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Leo Location: Midwest Watch: GMT-II 16710 PEPSI Posts: 21,461	Both are very nice and beautiful pens...as stated which one do you like the most and would love to keep regardless of what we have to say. But since asked I would keep the #146 since it will use a converter and hold more ink as Richard stated!!! __________________ SS GMT-II 16710 PEPSI(Z-serial#) THE ONLY DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MEN AND BOYS IS THE PRICE OF THE TOYS!!! MontBlanc Meisterstuck Doue Silver Barley MontBlanc Meisterstuck Solitaire Doue Signum Proud Card Carrying Member of the Curmudgeons.....Yikes!!!

26 May 2010, 06:23 AM	#1
tkc324 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Tom Location: Chi town Watch: Daytona AP DD Sub Posts: 3,717	Which pen would you keep?? I have 2 MB fountains. One is 146 and the other is Boheme. They are both platinum fountain pens so they look very similar from the outside. I can only keep one and need to sell the other one. Which one would you keep and which one would you sell? And WHY??

26 May 2010, 06:41 AM	#3
JBat "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: John Location: Washington Watch: 16710, 16610, DJ Posts: 7,329	Most MB's look similar on the outside, but I'd keep the 146 myself. But first I would ask myself which pen I enjoy writing with more.

26 May 2010, 06:42 AM	#4
2careless "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Melbourne, AU Watch: Pepsi Posts: 4,370	When you said "platinum" do you mean the trim is platinum (while the barrel/cap is precious resin) or the whole pen (clip, cap, barrel) is platinum? I think the 146 will hold value better than the boehme and the 146 will probably sell for higher. So, if you want to realise more money, then probably sell the 146, otherwise I would keep it.

26 May 2010, 10:31 AM	#7
JBat "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: John Location: Washington Watch: 16710, 16610, DJ Posts: 7,329	I love the look of the platinum trim.

26 May 2010, 01:30 PM	#8
gelshocker Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 318	I like the platinum trim too but it can appear slightly 'cold' pen. The yellow gold trim gives it a bit more warmth and family feeling. My 2 cents, Cheers.

26 May 2010, 05:26 PM	#11
Shangas Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Shahan Location: Melbourne, Austra Watch: 1957 Ball RR watch Posts: 312	The 146 Meisterstuck design is more iconic. I would keep that one and sell the other one.

27 May 2010, 06:42 AM	#14
tkc324 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Tom Location: Chi town Watch: Daytona AP DD Sub Posts: 3,717	Thanks to all that have replied... it is a tough choice. In the end, maybe i will end up keeping both. I think if i was to just keep one... the Boheme will go.... since it is more of a flagship pen. Thanks!~

9 June 2010, 11:03 AM	#16
Perdu "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Gary Location: GMT-6 Watch: GMT Posts: 3,350	The 146 has been my mainstay since the late eighties. You would have to pry a 146 out of my dead hands. Plus I like piston fillers. __________________ Omega Seamaster 300M GMT Noire Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 8500 Benson 1937 Sterling Silver Hunter

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