Pen Collection - Part 1

A mini-review of a portion of my pen collection, with a primary focus on the fountain pens of course.

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ERRATA: I have called the 'cap' a barrel in this review; I was referring to the band in Sterling Silver at the base of the cap with an 'Eternity' design. In reality though, the barrel is the portion that attaches itself to the nib/feeder assembly. The 'barrel' of the Parker Duofold was removed to show the cartridge converter.

Further to this, my friend Nigel has informed me that the diamond in the 100th Anniversary Montblanc pen is indeed a real diamond, however, it is the stone located on the clip of the Boheme that is synthetic.
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Part 2 will cover rest of the collection...and there might be a Part 3 as well!

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Howto & Style

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[solidpnoy]

Same here, I just purchased a Montegrappa Espressione Rollerball and a Boheme fountain pen with black onyx! Not much into Audemars Piguet but have a big respect for that brand. Thanks for the reviews!

[bsodmike]

@solidpnoy Those are both lovely - Do look at the Extra 1930, it'd by far my favourite from Montegrappa. Google for 'Sterling Silver Collection bsodmike" and you'll find some snaps I took.  Glad you liked it, my pleasure.

[solidpnoy]

Very nice review. Rolex and Montblancs are a perfect match. I do own a few MBs and Rolex(es) as well and I couldn't be happier. Always put a smile on my face everytime I write or wear them.

[bsodmike]

@solidpnoy See my latest video of the AP Royal Oak. It's in a completely different league from Rolex. I've also just picked up the Meissen White FP... see my new blog for photos mwdesilva [dot] com

[bsodmike]

@strongyang I strongly beg to differ. Have you written with a 149? It's certainly my favourite nib. Many of their designs are quite intriguing as well, take the Writer's Editions for example. Seems you're only thinking about MB; the Pelikan M1000 I purchased a while back, easily cost more than a MB LeGrand. Not many would even notice the Pelikan, as it's not as well known a brand as MB.

[bsodmike]

@phrenzy1 Hi- I've been focussing on Montblanc and for 2012 I'm hoping to add some special pieces to the collection.  It'll be a while before I start looking at other brands as have a few too many "grail" MBs on my to buy list...

[phrenzy1]

Sorry about that,I meant to ask if you had any GvFC fountain pens? S far my classic in pernumbuco is just about the best pen I own...granted I Don't have an MB le grand though...

[phrenzy1]

@bsodmike have you got any Graf Von faber-cast ell

[strongyang]

@strongyang

What kind of quality are you talking about? A pen that's worth 2 bucks is considered quality that which of say pen that cost 1000 bucks. To be honest, the mont blanc pens or those super duper expensive pens are hyped, and only appeal to those who have the money to pay for them, it has nothing to do with quality to a large extent. It's a symbol of your economic statue, and your lifestyle

[bsodmike]

@strongyang Hi- I did not mention anything of the sort. Here's an apt quote for you, "The quality remains long after the price is forgotten".