Anyone else got the Mark Twain on order?

[Skip Greenwade]

This year's Montblanc Writers Series pen honors Mark Twain. From the photos, it looks like a beauty. My local shop, Dromgoole's, has mine on order, so I'm just waiting until the release - slated for August - to add it to the collection. I just did a quick count of my pens and this will be number 19 in the series.

Anyone else looking forward to getting their Mark Twain?

Best,
Skip

[Bisquitlips]

Not yet, but planning on it. It is a BEAUTY!

[Rolex Junky]

That is one good looking pen. I just might pick one up.

[Bisquitlips]

I'm expecting these to be very popular and thus a pricey acquisition.

I am thinking around $1500.00 for the FP.

[Rolex Junky]

Wow that looks stunning. I have noty bought a new pen for the last 8 years; but looking at these pics I just might further expand my MB collection.

[Bon Temps]

Wow! That is gorgeous! Looks like me and more of my money are going to part ways soon.

[2careless]

All the preview pictures I've seen don't show if there is an ink view window. Does anyone know if there is one?

[Bisquitlips]

Originally Posted by 2careless

All the preview pictures I've seen don't show if there is an ink view window. Does anyone know if there is one?

I have read that there is no ink window.

[JBat]

That is a beauty. I've not seen a MB shaped like that.

[Lion]

Wow, what a great looking fountain pen.....I may just have to pick one up!!!

[nickriebe]

Very nice indeed! I am definately looking to expand my FP's... this may be the one!

[Bisquitlips]

The cap is designed to be reminiscent of the smoke stack on a river boat and the clip that of a mouth harp. I like it!

[nickriebe]

Its definately gorgeous! MB got this one right!

[Lion]

Richard, very cool design.....the more we talk about it the more I like it!!!
Do you know what size nibs will be available???

[Bisquitlips]

Originally Posted by Lion

Richard, very cool design.....the more we talk about it the more I like it!!!
Do you know what size nibs will be available???

No. Don't know, but I expect it will come in all the regular sizes.

[chriseskew24]

How hard is it to write with a FP??? I have never tried dose it glide on paper?

[JBat]

Originally Posted by chriseskew24

How hard is it to write with a FP??? I have never tried dose it glide on paper?

The technique is completely different than you use with ball pens, but it's not hard to adjust. Much less pressure is required, and the line of ink layed down is nice and wet.

And yes, a well-adjusted FP glides across the paper, almost like a skate on ice. They really are a joy to write with, and quickly become very addictive. Just be aware of that before you buy your first one, because, like can't eat only one Lay's potato chip, you can't buy only one FP!

[nickriebe]

Originally Posted by chriseskew24

How hard is it to write with a FP??? I have never tried dose it glide on paper?

I just got into FP's and its a really easy switch from what i can tell... much less pressure and the pens are very unique. I can tell now that i need a fine point instead of a meduim. I recomment Lamy for a first pen.. not expensive so if you dont like it, you dont have much invested. They sell converters for them as well so you can use bottled ink. Check into Lamy Safari's or the Al-Star. I bought both and really like them.

[chriseskew24]

Originally Posted by nickriebe

I just got into FP's and its a really easy switch from what i can tell... much less pressure and the pens are very unique. I can tell now that i need a fine point instead of a meduim. I recomment Lamy for a first pen.. not expensive so if you dont like it, you dont have much invested. They sell converters for them as well so you can use bottled ink. Check into Lamy Safari's or the Al-Star. I bought both and really like them.

Thanks I will check them out

[Bisquitlips]

You will find writing with FP's are effortless when compared to a ball point.

Once you begin to appreciate everything from the ink colors, line variations, nib sizes and customizations, along with the sweetness of how they write you will be hooked.

[Lion]

Chris be prepared to open your wallet and addiction is free.....the pens aren't!!!

[Bon Temps]

Just ordered mine today! Not as pricey as I thought it would be. Pics will follow when it arrives.

[2careless]

Originally Posted by Bon Temps

Just ordered mine today! Not as pricey as I thought it would be. Pics will follow when it arrives.

I thought the fountain pen's retail price in US is $960. Are they discounting already?

[Bisquitlips]

I am paying $900.00 from my pen shop.

I know I will be glad now and sorry later, but such is life!

[R S]

The price is $960, and they are available in F,M, anb B only. Test drove one Saturday, pulled the trigger on it, and have a sealed one being sent from Germany. I too think it's going to popular because it's one of the best looking Writers Editions they've made... RS

[Bon Temps]

They can be had for under $900 from Fountain Pen Hospital if anyone is looking for one.

[R S]

Originally Posted by Bon Temps

They can be had for under $900 from Fountain Pen Hospital if anyone is looking for one.

Brian, Thanks for the tip! We just came from the Houston MB store in the Galleria. Have you worked with FPH before? Do they ship sealed product down here to Cajun country? The big store is nice, but if I can save $100 on an Ingrid Bergman for the wife, it's a done deal. RS

[2careless]

Whoa! I didn't expect FPH to have the Twain so soon after release! And at a pretty good discount too... Thanks for sharing!

[Bon Temps]

FPH will receive their Twains early September. I paid $860.00. They come with everything like you get a a MB boutique but the pen is not sealed on plastic. I've been happy with FPH.

[Lion]

I guess I'm going to have to pull the trigger and buy one for myself but the smallest nib is going to be a fine...no extra fine???