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Juantxo · 17 November 2016, 08:40 AM

I noticed at Hodinkee the new Montblanc M. I happen to have a bag full of Montblanc rollerball and felt-tip refills so I figured I'd buy an M in order to have a lightweight pen to carry around. I have several Blancpain that would fit those refills but they are "old" pens by now and I'd rather keep them in storage.

However, when I started researching the M, I discovered that it requires a special, short refill because the design of the pen won't allow for regular refills. And the short refill only comes in blue and black. Also, the magnetic cap seems to fit rather flimsily. One of the comments on the pen was that the idea was for design (looks) to prevail over function. I cancelled the order immediately.

A Bart for Montblanc M

Bisquitlips · 17 November 2016, 11:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Juantxo

I noticed at Hodinkee the new Montblanc M. I happen to have a bag full of Montblanc rollerball and felt-tip refills so I figured I'd buy an M in order to have a lightweight pen to carry around. I have several Blancpain that would fit those refills but they are "old" pens by now and I'd rather keep them in storage.

However, when I started researching the M, I discovered that it requires a special, short refill because the design of the pen won't allow for regular refills. And the short refill only comes in blue and black. Also, the magnetic cap seems to fit rather flimsily. One of the comments on the pen was that the idea was for design (looks) to prevail over function. I cancelled the order immediately.

A Bart for Montblanc M

I have to wonder what Montblanc was thinking when they introduced their M line.

I still have no idea and I do not fault you for cancelling the order.

I would likely acquire one at the "right" price just to have it in the collection. Outside of that... no!

Good post!

Juantxo · 17 November 2016, 11:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Bisquitlips

I have to wonder what Montblanc was thinking when they introduced their M line.

I still have no idea and I do not fault you for cancelling the order.

I would likely acquire one at the "right" price just to have it in the collection. Outside of that... no!

Good post!

They have a new (?) line, PIX, which looks very much like a lower priced line they had in the late 90s. The PIX is also at an entry level price point. One of those might be an option for using the refills I have and as a beater.

2ltdjorn · 18 November 2016, 02:20 AM

I was contemplating the M, thanks for the post. Good thoughts.

Formulansx · 18 November 2016, 10:19 AM

It seems like an interesting pen but a big departure for Montblanc. I would have one as a novelty. Not my favorite but it is interesting.

2ltdjorn · 7 January 2017, 07:37 AM

great review and information.

Juantxo · 7 January 2017, 08:51 AM

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Originally Posted by 2ltdjorn

great review and information.

Great avatar...!!!

17 November 2016, 08:40 AM	#1
Juantxo Banned Join Date: May 2016 Location: Utopia Posts: 2,101	Montblanc M I noticed at Hodinkee the new Montblanc M. I happen to have a bag full of Montblanc rollerball and felt-tip refills so I figured I'd buy an M in order to have a lightweight pen to carry around. I have several Blancpain that would fit those refills but they are "old" pens by now and I'd rather keep them in storage. However, when I started researching the M, I discovered that it requires a special, short refill because the design of the pen won't allow for regular refills. And the short refill only comes in blue and black. Also, the magnetic cap seems to fit rather flimsily. One of the comments on the pen was that the idea was for design (looks) to prevail over function. I cancelled the order immediately. A Bart for Montblanc M

18 November 2016, 02:20 AM	#4
2ltdjorn "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: 116710BLNR Posts: 1,103	I was contemplating the M, thanks for the post. Good thoughts. __________________ 116710 BLNR, M79030N BB58, 126600 SD43. First GTG El Paso Nov 2016, WISCON 2019. Would rather be on the river, somewhere.

18 November 2016, 10:19 AM	#5
Formulansx "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Real Name: Guy Gadbois Location: Norcal Watch: Rolex,Omega,Seiko Posts: 1,749	It seems like an interesting pen but a big departure for Montblanc. I would have one as a novelty. Not my favorite but it is interesting. __________________ Day-Date President, Datejust (flipped), Bluesy 16613, Omega 14kt Seamaster, Seiko Cocktail Time, Seiko Alpinist, REC 901-2 (Porsche 911), REC TTT Escape (Steve McQueen Triumph). A few Bulovas, cars, and fountain pens

7 January 2017, 07:37 AM	#6
2ltdjorn "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: 116710BLNR Posts: 1,103	great review and information. __________________ 116710 BLNR, M79030N BB58, 126600 SD43. First GTG El Paso Nov 2016, WISCON 2019. Would rather be on the river, somewhere.

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