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datejust1 · 4 February 2010, 06:06 AM

Hey guys!!

First Post in the "Pens & Writing Instruments" forum!

Well after seeing all of those beautiful Montblancs, So now I'm wanting one!!! So I'm kinda looking for advice. As you know, I'm a student and I use pens A LOT! So my questions are:

1.Do you suggest a Fountain Pen or a Ballpoint?

2.This pen will be taken to school and I really don't wanna attract attention. Which simple model do you suggest?

3. I like smooth writing, which nib or cartridge do you suggest?

Gaby

Sweramic · 4 February 2010, 06:10 AM

I would suggest a Montblanc Generation... Comes in many different colors and combinations

For school, I think a ballpoint would do best.

datejust1 · 4 February 2010, 06:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dreambaby

I would suggest a Montblanc Generation... Comes in many different colors and combinations

For school, I think a ballpoint would do best.

Thanks, Carl! I really like this one!

Sweramic · 4 February 2010, 06:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by datejust1

Thanks, Carl! I really like this one!

Looks great!

You should be able to find one of those for less than $100. I will send you a PM if I happen to find one at a good price

goodguy · 4 February 2010, 06:16 AM

Hi Gaby

Looks like I came in time to help so new MB fans.

As a MB guy I would recomend going for a fountain pen.
Get the 146 with a Fine nib.
I would say get a used MB as they cost a lot the new ones but of course there is a risk involved with that.

The 146 is a piston filled pen that holds a nice large amount of ink.
Be careful if you do buy used MB as there are fakes out there.
I buy my pens from verious sources and never got a fake even from ebay but still you want to be careful.
I bought few from ebay.
A used 146 in good condutuin should be around the 250$ while a new one I think over 500$.

PM me if you need any additional advice.

2careless · 4 February 2010, 06:18 AM

First, are you right handed? If yes, FP is for you otherwise you'd better use BP or rollerball - because left handed FP users can very easily get the ink smudged.
As for models - the Chopin FP probably, with platinum trim (that's my preference).
The Chopin can fit both a cartridge and convertor (i.e. use bottled ink). In terms of nib size, it requires you to try the demo pens. People have different preferences...

datejust1 · 4 February 2010, 06:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by goodguy

Hi Gaby

Looks like I came in time to help so new MB fans.

As a MB guy I would recomend going for a fountain pen.
Get the 146 with a Fine nib.
I would say get a used MB as they cost a lot the new ones but of course there is a risk involved with that.

The 146 is a piston filled pen that holds a nice large amount of ink.
Be careful if you do buy used MB as there are fakes out there.
I buy my pens from verious sources and never got a fake even from ebay but still you want to be careful.
I bought few from ebay.
A used 146 in good condutuin should be around the 250$ while a new one I think over 500$.

PM me if you need any additional advice.

Thanks, Buddy!! Yeah I know about those fake Montblancs... My mom's boss got like 10 of them on his trip to China. He sent me one, and believe me, I have never used it!

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2careless

First, are you right handed? If yes, FP is for you otherwise you'd better use BP or rollerball - because left handed FP users can very easily get the ink smudged.
As for models - the Chopin FP probably, with platinum trim (that's my preference).
The Chopin can fit both a cartridge and convertor (i.e. use bottled ink). In terms of nib size, it requires you to try the demo pens. People have different preferences...

Yes I'm right handed,Thanks for the Info buddy!

2careless · 4 February 2010, 06:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by datejust1

My mom's boss got like 10 of them on his trip to China. He sent me one, and believe me, I have never used it!

Well, you might as well try it at school and see if they attract attention or not.

datejust1 · 4 February 2010, 06:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2careless

Well, you might as well try it at school and see if they attract attention or not.

Well... maybe...

vitix · 4 February 2010, 06:48 AM

Gaby, Montblanc Generation is the one for you... i have a fountain Montblanc 146, i only use it to sign invoices approval and stuffs like that... i dont write that much, but i love it... but for writing a lot in a notebook or so, the Generation is great

kyle L · 4 February 2010, 06:49 AM

The Ballpoints are really great, my dad passed me his and I use it sometimes for homework. I wouldn't bring it to school though..

datejust1 · 4 February 2010, 07:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vitix

Gaby, Montblanc Generation is the one for you... i have a fountain Montblanc 146, i only use it to sign invoices approval and stuffs like that... i dont write that much, but i love it... but for writing a lot in a notebook or so, the Generation is great

Gracias vItIx!!Now I'll just have to find one at the right price for me

Quote:

Originally Posted by kyle L

The Ballpoints are really great, my dad passed me his and I use it sometimes for homework. I wouldn't bring it to school though..

I'd imagine Kyle, but I'd only use it for Homeworks....

rfknauss · 4 February 2010, 07:28 AM

Gaby, I would suggest a Montblanc Starwalker ballpoint.

TattooedGQ · 4 February 2010, 07:37 AM

I'm pretty sure Oscar(Bodybump) still has some good deals on MB. give him a PM.

datejust1 · 4 February 2010, 07:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rfknauss

Gaby, I would suggest a Montblanc Starwalker ballpoint.

Thanks, Rich!

Quote:

Originally Posted by TattooedGQ

I'm pretty sure Oscar(Bodybump) still has some good deals on MB. give him a PM.

Bisquitlips · 4 February 2010, 11:23 AM

Get a FP.

If you can use a BP, might as well get a BIC.

datejust1 · 5 February 2010, 01:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bisquitlips

Get a FP.

If you can use a BP, might as well get a BIC.

lol... Thanks!

Rebel · 5 February 2010, 01:32 AM

I've owned a fountain, rollerball and ballpoint (Mont Blanc Meisterstuck). Love them all.

For school. I would recommend the ballpoint (in whatever pattern you select). The fountain and rollerball tend to take a few seconds to dry as opposed to the ballpoint.

Just my thoughts. Good luck in your selection and apprehension!

Browining · 5 February 2010, 02:05 AM

A ball point or roller ball would be best for school. Fountain pens can be tricky to use on certain types of paper. If you plan on using it for exams you could run into problems with bleed through.

Browning

TattooedGQ · 5 February 2010, 04:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bisquitlips

Get a FP.

If you can use a BP, might as well get a BIC.

that's the truth!

datejust1 · 5 February 2010, 04:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Browining

A ball point or roller ball would be best for school. Fountain pens can be tricky to use on certain types of paper. If you plan on using it for exams you could run into problems with bleed through.

Browning

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rebel

I've owned a fountain, rollerball and ballpoint (Mont Blanc Meisterstuck). Love them all.

For school. I would recommend the ballpoint (in whatever pattern you select). The fountain and rollerball tend to take a few seconds to dry as opposed to the ballpoint.

Just my thoughts. Good luck in your selection and apprehension!

Thanks, Guys! I was thinking about all of those things... First can come a ballpoint, then a Fountain pen!

4 February 2010, 06:06 AM	#1
datejust1 Banned Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: G Location: N/A Watch: N/A Posts: 6,042	Lusting for a Montblanc! Hey guys!! First Post in the "Pens & Writing Instruments" forum! Well after seeing all of those beautiful Montblancs, So now I'm wanting one!!! So I'm kinda looking for advice. As you know, I'm a student and I use pens A LOT! So my questions are: 1.Do you suggest a Fountain Pen or a Ballpoint? 2.This pen will be taken to school and I really don't wanna attract attention. Which simple model do you suggest? 3. I like smooth writing, which nib or cartridge do you suggest? Gaby

4 February 2010, 07:37 AM	#14
TattooedGQ "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Justin Location: NY, USA Watch: yo self! Posts: 2,686	I'm pretty sure Oscar(Bodybump) still has some good deals on MB. give him a PM. __________________ That boy's got the Devil in him. Rolex: I think I'm up to 9?? Omega: Got a few of those too. Breitling: And some of these.

4 February 2010, 11:23 AM	#16
Bisquitlips 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Richard Location: USA Watch: YM Deep Space Posts: 12,501	Get a FP. If you can use a BP, might as well get a BIC. __________________ 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

5 February 2010, 01:32 AM	#18
Rebel "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Dr Mark R Nail Location: New Albany Watch: Tudor Sub 75090 Posts: 8,068	I've owned a fountain, rollerball and ballpoint (Mont Blanc Meisterstuck). Love them all. For school. I would recommend the ballpoint (in whatever pattern you select). The fountain and rollerball tend to take a few seconds to dry as opposed to the ballpoint. Just my thoughts. Good luck in your selection and apprehension! __________________ ------------------------------- Member of the Nylon Nation

4 February 2010, 06:10 AM	#2
Sweramic "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Europe Watch: Movies Posts: 4,531	I would suggest a Montblanc Generation... Comes in many different colors and combinations For school, I think a ballpoint would do best.

4 February 2010, 06:16 AM	#5
goodguy Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Canada Posts: 26	Hi Gaby Looks like I came in time to help so new MB fans. As a MB guy I would recomend going for a fountain pen. Get the 146 with a Fine nib. I would say get a used MB as they cost a lot the new ones but of course there is a risk involved with that. The 146 is a piston filled pen that holds a nice large amount of ink. Be careful if you do buy used MB as there are fakes out there. I buy my pens from verious sources and never got a fake even from ebay but still you want to be careful. I bought few from ebay. A used 146 in good condutuin should be around the 250$ while a new one I think over 500$. PM me if you need any additional advice.

4 February 2010, 06:18 AM	#6
2careless "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Melbourne, AU Watch: Pepsi Posts: 4,370	First, are you right handed? If yes, FP is for you otherwise you'd better use BP or rollerball - because left handed FP users can very easily get the ink smudged. As for models - the Chopin FP probably, with platinum trim (that's my preference). The Chopin can fit both a cartridge and convertor (i.e. use bottled ink). In terms of nib size, it requires you to try the demo pens. People have different preferences...

4 February 2010, 06:48 AM	#10
vitix Banned Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: magneeleVE Location: Usa Watch: magneeleVE Posts: 2,030	Gaby, Montblanc Generation is the one for you... i have a fountain Montblanc 146, i only use it to sign invoices approval and stuffs like that... i dont write that much, but i love it... but for writing a lot in a notebook or so, the Generation is great

4 February 2010, 06:49 AM	#11
kyle L "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: USA Watch: Rolex Explorer I Posts: 10,278	The Ballpoints are really great, my dad passed me his and I use it sometimes for homework. I wouldn't bring it to school though..

5 February 2010, 02:05 AM	#19
Browining "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: San Diego Posts: 258	A ball point or roller ball would be best for school. Fountain pens can be tricky to use on certain types of paper. If you plan on using it for exams you could run into problems with bleed through. Browning

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