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00pumpkin · 14 January 2010, 11:54 PM

I have always liked nice pens. I guess for the same reason I like nice watches......

Im looking to buy a nice pen in the $100 range. I know this doesnt come close to a Mont Blanc, but im sure I can get a nice one in that range.

What would you recommend?

AWATCH · 15 January 2010, 12:09 AM

There are so many different ones available in that price range it is best to go and just try several out to see what you like best, but if you really want a Mont Blanc, they start for just a little more than that or consider pre-owned, I have seen some nice ones around 75 up.
Here is a link to a internet pen http://www.cajunpen.com/Pens-Under-100_c_7.htmlshop

Skullring · 15 January 2010, 12:41 AM

You can usually find a Montblanc 144 for around $150 - 250 if you look around. It is a great pen. Also the Pelikan M150 and M200 are great pens for a great price. The nibs are not as nice as a Montblanc or the higher end Pelikans but they are still great writers and a plunger fill so you can go with bottled ink.

Montblanc would probably have a good resale value in case you decide to trade up to a more expensive model. Welcome to the forum.

sunburst · 15 January 2010, 03:29 AM

I've picked up few excellent FPs under $100

1) Waterman Phileas
2) Pelikan Technixx
3) Lamy Studio
4) Conklin All American
5) Lamy Safari

You can try here : http://www.pencity.com/cgi-bin/SoftC....htm?E+scstore

Also keep your eyes on "Super Specials" and "Close out Specials" etc. etc. of other pen dealers.

JimC · 18 January 2010, 04:24 PM

Dustin, there are a lot of good writing options for less than a hundred dollars. You can check out some of the recommendations here. Or, you can go beyond, to the "off brand" pens. I have a couple from Levengers that really work well for a day to day writing instrument.

Lion · 23 January 2010, 12:58 PM

Dustin, there are a lot of good choices out there but I would look in your area for a dealer so you can go in and try them out first before buying!!!

blackmsport · 23 January 2010, 01:19 PM

have to be pens in hotel rooms.... they are absolutely FREE

Taffi Abernathy · 25 January 2010, 11:48 AM

Pelikan.

Bisquitlips · 25 January 2010, 11:56 AM

That Waterman Phileas is hard to beat for the 40 - 60 $ you will invest in it. It is one of the most surprising in my collection. Writes as well as my $2000.00 pen! Sheesh!

erwin · 25 January 2010, 02:01 PM

Parker or cross would make a perfect daily beater!

ParisDakarBmw · 25 January 2010, 02:03 PM

Pelikan, and Waterman make some good pens for the price range.

sunburst · 25 January 2010, 10:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bisquitlips

That Waterman Phileas is hard to beat for the 40 - 60 $ you will invest in it. It is one of the most surprising in my collection. Writes as well as my $2000.00 pen! Sheesh!

Indeed they are amazing - the nib is so smooth

shandy · 26 January 2010, 02:19 AM

You could also go vintage!
Don't worry about reliablility as those old pens were built to last. One of my everyday writers is 83 years old!

There are many sellers on line that are trustworthy and sell nice affordable pens.
Here is one who comes to mind who services the pens before sale.
I found a lovely of burgundy English Parker with box, fine/medium 14k nib for $100 (7th Down)
http://www.rosspens.com/parker.htm

Those old parkers are lovely writers and this has the bullet proof aeromatic filling system!

Then with the same seller a whole bunch of excellent Sheaffers (I am sure Richard will attest to the writing experience those give) at well under $100, you would have a great pen and enough left over for a couple of bottles of ink!
http://www.rosspens.com/sheaffer_pens.htm

There really is something writing with a vintage pen!

Cato · 26 January 2010, 03:53 AM

Tombow make some really fine pens, most around $40. They are the best writing pens out there. They aren't as ornate as Cartier or Montblac, but definately hold a smoother line, especially in the rollerball model.

goodguy · 4 February 2010, 11:44 AM

For 100$ the pen you want is Lamy 2000
I am a pen collector and only starting my road with watches and Rolexes.
Lamy 2000 cost 89$ and for that you get a German made pen with a butter smooth 14K solid gold nib with a piston filler.
I own this pen and bought it only a month ago and it turned already to one of my favorite pens.

Pelikan M200 is also a nice pen but in my experience the nib isnt as good s the Lamy and its a steel nib and not gold.

If you want any fountain pen advices dont hesitate to PM me.

Bisquitlips · 4 February 2010, 01:50 PM

In thinking about this, there is honestly no "best pen for the money".

The best pen at any price is the one that thrills you. Be sure and spend what ever it takes to give you that thrill. You will never be sorry.

STEELINOX · 4 February 2010, 01:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by goodguy

For 100$ the pen you want is Lamy 2000
I am a pen collector and only starting my road with watches and Rolexes.
Lamy 2000 cost 89$ and for that you get a German made pen with a butter smooth 14K solid gold nib with a piston filler.
I own this pen and bought it only a month ago and it turned already to one of my favorite pens.

Pelikan M200 is also a nice pen but in my experience the nib isnt as good s the Lamy and its a steel nib and not gold.

If you want any fountain pen advices dont hesitate to PM me.

Lamy 2000 X2

alfanator · 7 February 2010, 11:11 PM

I am rather fond of the Fisher AG-7, the model that went to the moon. Sort of goes well with a Speedmaster Pro or a GMT.

shm5088 · 9 February 2010, 04:10 AM

I agree about Pelikan

14 January 2010, 11:54 PM	#1
00pumpkin "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Dustin Location: Atlanta, GA Watch: GMT Master II Posts: 1,976	Best pen for the money? I have always liked nice pens. I guess for the same reason I like nice watches...... Im looking to buy a nice pen in the $100 range. I know this doesnt come close to a Mont Blanc, but im sure I can get a nice one in that range. What would you recommend? __________________ 16710, 116520, 216570, 116610LV

15 January 2010, 12:09 AM	#2
AWATCH "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: al Location: GEORGIA Watch: Explorer II Posts: 1,759	There are so many different ones available in that price range it is best to go and just try several out to see what you like best, but if you really want a Mont Blanc, they start for just a little more than that or consider pre-owned, I have seen some nice ones around 75 up. Here is a link to a internet pen http://www.cajunpen.com/Pens-Under-100_c_7.htmlshop __________________ Al

15 January 2010, 12:41 AM	#3
Skullring "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Phillip Location: Alabama Watch: Triple 6 SD Posts: 1,720	You can usually find a Montblanc 144 for around $150 - 250 if you look around. It is a great pen. Also the Pelikan M150 and M200 are great pens for a great price. The nibs are not as nice as a Montblanc or the higher end Pelikans but they are still great writers and a plunger fill so you can go with bottled ink. Montblanc would probably have a good resale value in case you decide to trade up to a more expensive model. Welcome to the forum. __________________ It is only with the heart that one can see rightly; what is essential is invisible to the eye. - Antoine de Saint Exupéry

15 January 2010, 03:29 AM	#4
sunburst "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Joji Location: KY, So. Cal., NJ Watch: 16800 Posts: 979	I've picked up few excellent FPs under $100 1) Waterman Phileas 2) Pelikan Technixx 3) Lamy Studio 4) Conklin All American 5) Lamy Safari You can try here : http://www.pencity.com/cgi-bin/SoftC....htm?E+scstore Also keep your eyes on "Super Specials" and "Close out Specials" etc. etc. of other pen dealers. __________________ Rolex Sub 16800 Rolex No Date Sub 114060 Omega Speedmaster Professional Sinn 356 Flieger II, Sinn 556, Sinn ST-140 Marathon SAR, Marathon GSAR

18 January 2010, 04:24 PM	#5
JimC "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Jim Location: Anchorage, Alaska Watch: Rolex Posts: 1,188	Dustin, there are a lot of good writing options for less than a hundred dollars. You can check out some of the recommendations here. Or, you can go beyond, to the "off brand" pens. I have a couple from Levengers that really work well for a day to day writing instrument. __________________ My collection, in order of acquisition: 16610 Sub (Z serial) 16710 GMT-Master II (Coke and Pepsi) (Z serial) 16570 Explorer II (White) (F serial) 116660 Deepsea (V serial) 79270 Tudor Tiger Chrono (red dial)

23 January 2010, 12:58 PM	#6
Lion "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Leo Location: Midwest Watch: GMT-II 16710 PEPSI Posts: 21,461	Dustin, there are a lot of good choices out there but I would look in your area for a dealer so you can go in and try them out first before buying!!! __________________ 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!!!

23 January 2010, 01:19 PM	#7
blackmsport Banned Join Date: May 2009 Location: Melb - Australia Posts: 2,959	have to be pens in hotel rooms.... they are absolutely FREE

25 January 2010, 11:48 AM	#8
Taffi Abernathy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Faith Location: Philadelphia, PA Watch: TT DJ, SS DJ Posts: 4,053	Pelikan. __________________ Sarcasm is my second language.

25 January 2010, 11:56 AM	#9
Bisquitlips 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Richard Location: USA Watch: YM Deep Space Posts: 12,501	That Waterman Phileas is hard to beat for the 40 - 60 $ you will invest in it. It is one of the most surprising in my collection. Writes as well as my $2000.00 pen! Sheesh! __________________ 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

25 January 2010, 02:01 PM	#10
erwin - Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Erwin Location: Hollywood, Ca Watch: SD Posts: 1,032	Parker or cross would make a perfect daily beater! __________________ Your watch silently speaks about your character! sd/datejust/tudor/a couple of vintage omegas/tissotMB Meisterstuck Bordeaux pen/MB Noblesse Oblige/Starwalker/MB Classique Fountain pen/MB no 149

25 January 2010, 02:03 PM	#11
ParisDakarBmw Banned Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Paul Location: New Haven, CT Watch: 116610 Sub-C Posts: 6,552	Pelikan, and Waterman make some good pens for the price range.

26 January 2010, 02:19 AM	#13
shandy Banned Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Ian Location: canada Posts: 1,724	You could also go vintage! Don't worry about reliablility as those old pens were built to last. One of my everyday writers is 83 years old! There are many sellers on line that are trustworthy and sell nice affordable pens. Here is one who comes to mind who services the pens before sale. I found a lovely of burgundy English Parker with box, fine/medium 14k nib for $100 (7th Down) http://www.rosspens.com/parker.htm Those old parkers are lovely writers and this has the bullet proof aeromatic filling system! Then with the same seller a whole bunch of excellent Sheaffers (I am sure Richard will attest to the writing experience those give) at well under $100, you would have a great pen and enough left over for a couple of bottles of ink! http://www.rosspens.com/sheaffer_pens.htm There really is something writing with a vintage pen!

26 January 2010, 03:53 AM	#14
Cato Banned Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Land of the Lost Watch: 116610LN Posts: 2,201	Tombow make some really fine pens, most around $40. They are the best writing pens out there. They aren't as ornate as Cartier or Montblac, but definately hold a smoother line, especially in the rollerball model.

4 February 2010, 11:44 AM	#15
goodguy Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Canada Posts: 26	For 100$ the pen you want is Lamy 2000 I am a pen collector and only starting my road with watches and Rolexes. Lamy 2000 cost 89$ and for that you get a German made pen with a butter smooth 14K solid gold nib with a piston filler. I own this pen and bought it only a month ago and it turned already to one of my favorite pens. Pelikan M200 is also a nice pen but in my experience the nib isnt as good s the Lamy and its a steel nib and not gold. If you want any fountain pen advices dont hesitate to PM me.

4 February 2010, 01:50 PM	#16
Bisquitlips 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Richard Location: USA Watch: YM Deep Space Posts: 12,501	In thinking about this, there is honestly no "best pen for the money". The best pen at any price is the one that thrills you. Be sure and spend what ever it takes to give you that thrill. You will never be sorry. __________________ 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

7 February 2010, 11:11 PM	#18
alfanator "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Seattle/Shanghai Posts: 134	I am rather fond of the Fisher AG-7, the model that went to the moon. Sort of goes well with a Speedmaster Pro or a GMT.

9 February 2010, 04:10 AM	#19
shm5088 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Stephen Location: Houston Posts: 17	I agree about Pelikan

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