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vitix · 21 September 2010, 07:54 AM

Hello Guys, i need help, my MB 146 when i write it wirtes with too much ink, how do i fix this? the ink takes too long to dry because is too much... the ink is new...

here is a example:

vitix · 21 September 2010, 08:47 AM

need your help guys...

Latrodectus · 21 September 2010, 12:08 PM

I would try here:

http://www.fountainpennetwork.com/

I am sure someone can help...

Bisquitlips · 21 September 2010, 01:04 PM

No. Not too much ink, but you need a faster drying ink.

Fred is very correct. FPN is a great resource to find inks that dry faster.

http://www.fountainpennetwork.com/fo...5-ink-reviews/

vitix · 22 September 2010, 02:13 AM

so this ink is no good?

Lion · 22 September 2010, 02:22 AM

Victor, I use MontBlanc's Bordeaux everyday and do not have a problem with smearing or drying. Maybe your pen needs and adjustment but I will ask for the more knowledgeable members to jump in with their opinions!!!

vitix · 22 September 2010, 02:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lion

Victor, I use MontBlanc's Bordeaux everyday and do not have a problem with smearing or drying. Maybe your pen needs and adjustment but I will ask for the more knowledgeable members to jump in with their opinions!!!

That would be awesome! Thanks! I'm not using it that often because of that

I can't find a AD here where it can be fixed

Lion · 22 September 2010, 02:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vitix

That would be awesome! Thanks! I'm not using it that often because of that

I can't find a AD here where it can be fixed

Victor, before you take it anywhere wait for other members to give their valued opinions as to your situation...as for MB and their inks I also really like their Oyster Grey and use it in another MontBlanc pen!!!

nowzen · 22 September 2010, 02:48 AM

I can't tell from the pix, what size is your nib?

another idea is - I think the blue/black has a metal component and might be more viscous.

Zed Homme · 22 September 2010, 04:11 AM

FPN is a great resource, I was just introduced to it myself...

I've been using this with no problems. FWIW I have a fine nib on my pen....

daveathall · 22 September 2010, 04:30 AM

I use blotting paper.

2careless · 22 September 2010, 05:12 AM

From the limited experience I have with inks, I have found the new MB Midnight blue to be fast drying and a little lighter than the old MB blue black. Both inks are permanent once dried compared to others that are washable.

vitix · 22 September 2010, 06:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nowzen

I can't tell from the pix, what size is your nib?

another idea is - I think the blue/black has a metal component and might be more viscous.

I think its a medium NIB not so sure

Lion · 22 September 2010, 07:02 AM

Use a magnifying glass to the nib.....the size of the nib should be marked!!!

vitix · 22 September 2010, 07:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lion

Use a magnifying glass to the nib.....the size of the nib should be marked!!!

How is the size marked?

TattooedGQ · 22 September 2010, 07:11 AM

my MB has a medium nib. It wrote a bit too wet....there are instructions on FPN to adjust your nib yourself...it involved closing the line in the middle of the nib, just be careful!

I can't get to FPN at work for some reason or I'd link it.

vitix · 22 September 2010, 07:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TattooedGQ

my MB has a medium nib. It wrote a bit too wet....there are instructions on FPN to adjust your nib yourself...it involved closing the line in the middle of the nib, just be careful!

I can't get to FPN at work for some reason or I'd link it.

Hmm i would check FPN to see if i find it

Lion · 22 September 2010, 07:44 AM

Victor, I do not know if this helps or is the truth...my MB fountain pen with an extra fine nib is marked with a 'C' on the reverse side of the nib(up by the tip) and my MB with a fine nib is marked 'D' on the reverse of the nib. Maybe someone with the right information can come forward and shed some light on this subject!!!

vitix · 22 September 2010, 07:44 AM

this is what i see in the NIB
is the M menas Medium?

2careless · 22 September 2010, 07:54 AM

Nope. The M in the nib means Montblanc. I don't think Montblanc engraves the tip size (i.e. F, EF, M, B, OM etc) on their nibs. You do get the #4, #5, #6, #9 nib sizings on the vintage pens but that's the sizing for the nib attachment to the feeds.

On very old vintage (e.g. 1930-1950) you do see the tip size engraved on the blind cap of the pen. Modern pens don't have them unfortunately.

In conclusion, there is no easy way to judge the tip size of the nib on Montblancs, from the engravings on the nib. From the looks of your pen Victor, i guess it's either M or F - definitely not EF or B.

If the usage of faster drying ink still does not help, your only recourse is to send it in to a knowledgeable repairer for ink flow adjustment or nib regrinding.
There are a couple of very good repairers in US and several well known nibmeisters. I have no idea around your neck of woods.

vitix · 22 September 2010, 08:03 AM

her are a pic of my NIB front and back... can you tell what is the size?

thanks for all your help!

2careless · 22 September 2010, 08:07 AM

Nah, need to see the nib tip clearly...
FYI

These are all 149 nibs.
Left to right - F, BB, OM, M (writes like B), EF, EF, EF, M.

vitix · 22 September 2010, 08:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2careless

Nah, need to see the nib tip clearly...
FYI

These are all 149 nibs.
Left to right - F, BB, OM, M (writes like B), EF, EF, EF, M.

Well mine is a MB146

Zed Homme · 22 September 2010, 08:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2careless

Nah, need to see the nib tip clearly...
FYI

These are all 149 nibs.
Left to right - F, BB, OM, M (writes like B), EF, EF, EF, M.

Gorgeous picture!

Lion · 22 September 2010, 01:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2careless

Nah, need to see the nib tip clearly...
FYI

These are all 149 nibs.
Left to right - F, BB, OM, M (writes like B), EF, EF, EF, M.

Kai, what a great set of MontBlancs!!!

gelshocker · 22 September 2010, 01:55 PM

I thought: it's supposed to write wet

That's why I love fountain pens

nowzen · 22 September 2010, 04:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2careless

The M in the nib means Montblanc.

Gosh, I always thought it meant medium... duh.

Vitix, it appears from the pix to be a medium, but that's a guess.

2careless · 22 September 2010, 06:11 PM

Ok. here are the #6 nibs which are the same as 146.

L->R
Dostoevsky M, Schiller M, JP Morgan M, Unicef 146 M, Prince Regent M, Proust F, Mann, B, Christie B, Verne M, Wilde F, 80's 146 M.
Most of mine are medium, anyways.

nowzen · 22 September 2010, 06:52 PM

WOW!, great collection. Great photo!
Didn't realize there was such great diversity in nib engravings.
THANX!

swatty · 22 September 2010, 07:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2careless

Ok. here are the #6 nibs which are the same as 146.

L->R
Dostoevsky M, Schiller M, JP Morgan M, Unicef 146 M, Prince Regent M, Proust F, Mann, B, Christie B, Verne M, Wilde F, 80's 146 M.
Most of mine are medium, anyways.

Great pics and wow what a collection Kai

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TattooedGQ "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Justin Location: NY, USA Watch: yo self! Posts: 2,686	my MB has a medium nib. It wrote a bit too wet....there are instructions on FPN to adjust your nib yourself...it involved closing the line in the middle of the nib, just be careful! I can't get to FPN at work for some reason or I'd link it. __________________ 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.

22 September 2010, 07:44 AM	#18
Lion "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Leo Location: Midwest Watch: GMT-II 16710 PEPSI Posts: 21,461	Victor, I do not know if this helps or is the truth...my MB fountain pen with an extra fine nib is marked with a 'C' on the reverse side of the nib(up by the tip) and my MB with a fine nib is marked 'D' on the reverse of the nib. Maybe someone with the right information can come forward and shed some light on this subject!!! __________________ 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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21 September 2010, 01:04 PM	#4
Bisquitlips 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Richard Location: USA Watch: YM Deep Space Posts: 12,504	No. Not too much ink, but you need a faster drying ink. Fred is very correct. FPN is a great resource to find inks that dry faster. http://www.fountainpennetwork.com/fo...5-ink-reviews/ __________________ 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

22 September 2010, 02:22 AM	#6
Lion "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Leo Location: Midwest Watch: GMT-II 16710 PEPSI Posts: 21,461	Victor, I use MontBlanc's Bordeaux everyday and do not have a problem with smearing or drying. Maybe your pen needs and adjustment but I will ask for the more knowledgeable members to jump in with their opinions!!! __________________ 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!!!

22 September 2010, 02:48 AM	#9
nowzen "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 741	I can't tell from the pix, what size is your nib? another idea is - I think the blue/black has a metal component and might be more viscous.

22 September 2010, 05:12 AM	#12
2careless "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Melbourne, AU Watch: Pepsi Posts: 4,370	From the limited experience I have with inks, I have found the new MB Midnight blue to be fast drying and a little lighter than the old MB blue black. Both inks are permanent once dried compared to others that are washable.

22 September 2010, 07:54 AM	#20
2careless "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Melbourne, AU Watch: Pepsi Posts: 4,370	Nope. The M in the nib means Montblanc. I don't think Montblanc engraves the tip size (i.e. F, EF, M, B, OM etc) on their nibs. You do get the #4, #5, #6, #9 nib sizings on the vintage pens but that's the sizing for the nib attachment to the feeds. On very old vintage (e.g. 1930-1950) you do see the tip size engraved on the blind cap of the pen. Modern pens don't have them unfortunately. In conclusion, there is no easy way to judge the tip size of the nib on Montblancs, from the engravings on the nib. From the looks of your pen Victor, i guess it's either M or F - definitely not EF or B. If the usage of faster drying ink still does not help, your only recourse is to send it in to a knowledgeable repairer for ink flow adjustment or nib regrinding. There are a couple of very good repairers in US and several well known nibmeisters. I have no idea around your neck of woods.

22 September 2010, 08:07 AM	#22
2careless "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Melbourne, AU Watch: Pepsi Posts: 4,370	Nah, need to see the nib tip clearly... FYI These are all 149 nibs. Left to right - F, BB, OM, M (writes like B), EF, EF, EF, M.

22 September 2010, 01:55 PM	#26
gelshocker Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 318	I thought: it's supposed to write wet That's why I love fountain pens

22 September 2010, 06:11 PM	#28
2careless "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Melbourne, AU Watch: Pepsi Posts: 4,370	Ok. here are the #6 nibs which are the same as 146. L->R Dostoevsky M, Schiller M, JP Morgan M, Unicef 146 M, Prince Regent M, Proust F, Mann, B, Christie B, Verne M, Wilde F, 80's 146 M. Most of mine are medium, anyways.

22 September 2010, 06:52 PM	#29
nowzen "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 741	WOW!, great collection. Great photo! Didn't realize there was such great diversity in nib engravings. THANX!

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