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BarkMaster · 9 February 2011, 11:16 AM

Back in November, I started looking for a special pen to "mark" a special occasion (pun attempted

).

It had to be black. It had to be yellow gold. So after much consideration (about 3 seconds, I decided on Mont Blanc. A few other brands came to mind in those few seconds, but I decided to go with my first instinct. A related thread here turned me on to the 75th Anniversary Special Edition Meisterstuck, made in 1999. I checked out the prices online and at the stores, then shopped around on the "bay". The prices were much higher than I was willing to spend on this, so I decided to set up a search on the "bay" and wait for a good deal.

That deal happened last week: A good deal from a "pen flipper" with thousands of great feedback and a 100% return policy... a couple of people had left feedback indicating that he made good on that policy for them at the same time questioning the authenticity. With their return policy and the protections as a buyer from that site, I decided it was an acceptable risk. Besides, I work very close to the Montblanc store in the Houston Galleria.

I picked up the box from the Post Office this morning on the way to work (it required a signature - that's another story...). Since I've read that Mont Blanc pens are faked a lot like Rolex watches, I took the box I received to the Montblanc store during lunch and asked if they could perform an authentication service.

The guy was very polite and was happy to oblige, so we moved over to a table under a bright light. He checked out the box, which was complete with the original CD and papers and said that looked good. He pulled out the pen and felt the weight. he slid his hands around the pen and and visually inspected the pens details. He concluded that is was definitely an authentic 75th Anniversary Special Edition Meisterstuck (as advertised).

I told him how much I paid and asked if I got a good deal. He confirmed that I got a good deal for this Special Edition that hasn't been made in years, not to mention I have the bonus of the box, CD and papers. He was even nice enough to give me a Mont Blanc bag!! If they ever make the Etoile de Montblanc with yellow gold accents, I will definitely give this guy the sale.

So my month's long search is over and I am happy to join the Mont Blanc owners club... Bark, meet Monty.

Bisquitlips · 9 February 2011, 11:22 AM

They go together! Elegant!

BarkMaster · 9 February 2011, 11:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Bisquitlips

They go together! Elegant!

Thanks!!

2careless · 9 February 2011, 12:20 PM

That's a nice pen. Congrats

Have you listened to Placido's singing yet?

Andad · 9 February 2011, 12:26 PM

Looks good.

Just work it with a bastard file and you would have a MontBark.

BarkMaster · 9 February 2011, 12:57 PM

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Originally Posted by 2careless

That's a nice pen. Congrats

Have you listened to Placido's singing yet?

Not yet!

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Originally Posted by directioneng

Looks good.

Just work it with a bastard file and you would have a MontBark.

Do NOT tempt me!!!

Lion · 9 February 2011, 04:13 PM

The pen looks great...enjoy!!!

BarkMaster · 10 February 2011, 04:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Lion

The pen looks great...enjoy!!!

Thanks!

I am still laughing about the Montbark comment.

Lion · 10 February 2011, 11:28 PM

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Originally Posted by BarkMaster

Thanks!

I am still laughing about the Montbark comment.

Maybe you could commission a special order for a fountain pen with bark from MontBlanc. Who knows there could be a whole market out there waiting for one of those!!!

Skullring · 10 February 2011, 11:37 PM

Looks great. Congratulations.

smartson · 11 February 2011, 10:15 AM

Very nice, congratulations.

I think MB made several versions of the 75th Anniversary Edition. Is it a Chopin or Mozart?

rfknauss · 11 February 2011, 10:48 AM

Very nice!

BarkMaster · 11 February 2011, 11:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Lion

Maybe you could commission a special order for a fountain pen with bark from MontBlanc. Who knows there could be a whole market out there waiting for one of those!!!

An untapped market of one!

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Originally Posted by Skullring

Looks great. Congratulations.

Thank you!

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Originally Posted by smartson

Very nice, congratulations.

I think MB made several versions of the 75th Anniversary Edition. Is it a Chopin or Mozart?

This one is the "Special" edition. It came in a rose gold limited edition as well.

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Originally Posted by rfknauss

Very nice!

Thank you sir! Is the bar closed???

Zed Homme · 11 February 2011, 02:04 PM

Congrats on a great pen! Enjoy

BarkMaster · 12 February 2011, 03:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Zed Homme

Congrats on a great pen! Enjoy

Thanks!!

9 February 2011, 11:22 AM	#2
Bisquitlips 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Richard Location: USA Watch: YM Deep Space Posts: 12,501	They go together! Elegant! __________________ 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

9 February 2011, 12:26 PM	#5
Andad 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 36,874	Looks good. Just work it with a bastard file and you would have a MontBark. __________________ E

9 February 2011, 04:13 PM	#7
Lion "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Leo Location: Midwest Watch: GMT-II 16710 PEPSI Posts: 21,461	The pen looks great...enjoy!!! __________________ 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!!!

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Skullring "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Phillip Location: Alabama Watch: Triple 6 SD Posts: 1,720	Looks great. Congratulations. __________________ It is only with the heart that one can see rightly; what is essential is invisible to the eye. - Antoine de Saint Exupéry

11 February 2011, 10:15 AM	#11
smartson "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: Roger Location: Toronto Posts: 604	Very nice, congratulations. I think MB made several versions of the 75th Anniversary Edition. Is it a Chopin or Mozart? __________________ 116610LV Tudor 79190 Seiko MM300 Seiko SDGM001

9 February 2011, 12:20 PM	#4
2careless "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Melbourne, AU Watch: Pepsi Posts: 4,370	That's a nice pen. Congrats Have you listened to Placido's singing yet?

11 February 2011, 10:48 AM	#12
rfknauss 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Richard Location: Macungie, PA Watch: 5513 Sub, LV Sub Posts: 14,494	Very nice! __________________ *"Few things in life give man as great a pleasure as wearing a Rolex!"* TRF's "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Patron

11 February 2011, 02:04 PM	#14
Zed Homme "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: usa Watch: Rolex Posts: 6,962	Congrats on a great pen! Enjoy

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