Item Ref: HD:MBC/7361
Description
Montblanc Meisterstuck 146 Piston Filling Fountain Pen. Made in Germany c.1996. Cap and barrel in black resin with gold filled trim. Fitted with 14K two tone medium nib.
Screw on black resin cap has Montblanc ‘snowcap’ signet inlaid to top. Three gold filled cap bands, the wider raised middle band carries the diagonally hatched inscription ‘MONTBLANC - MEISTERSTUCK - No 146 around circumference. Gold filled cap clip, cap ring is engraved ‘GERMANY’ and individual serial number.
Black resin two part barrel has black and clear paneled ink view window. Black resin piston filling knob, brass threaded piston screw and gold filled dress ring.
Nib and Feed
Solid 18K gold two tone nib with intricate scroll-work. Stamped with ‘4810 - M (within Montblanc logo) - '14K - MONTBLANC - 585`' '146’ hidden beneath feed collar. Hand crafted, medium (approx 0.9mm) writing tip. Very smooth writer having slight flex. Round plastic split ink feeder.
Measurements and Specifications
Closed Length: 5.60" (14.2 cms)
Posted Length: 6.25" (15.8 cms)
Barrel Length (including Nib and Section): 4.90" (12.4cms)
Cap Length: 2.70" (6.9 cms)
Cap Diameter: 0.61" (1.47 cms)
Nib: 14k Gold - Two Tone with Medium Writing Tip
Filling System: Integral piston
Cap Type: Screw On (can be posted onto rear of barrel)
Pen Weight: 23.6 g
Serial Number: GK1078040
Restoration and Service
Pen has been fully serviced. Totally dis-assembled to confirm Montblanc authenticity. All parts ultrasonically cleaned. New piston seal fitted, piston mechanism lightly lubricated. Piston seal vacuum checked. Nib and feed assembly re-aligned with screw-in collar, re-sealed into barrel. Pen barrel and cap delicately hand polished. Reassembled, dip write tested and finally flushed with clean water.
General Condition
Pen barrel and cap are free from scratches, with no cracks, hairline’s, dents, or personalisation. Gold plating to clip and trim is very excellent. Resin has high gloss sheen. Cap to barrel threads positive. Piston operation smooth, drawing full ink volume. Ink view widow is crystal clear. We would classify this pen as being in excellent condition.
Hepworth Comment
This genuine Montblanc Meisterstuck 146 in black resin offers great value, It is the forerunner to the current Le Grande model. Due to specification modifications over the years. In particular, clip ring markings, and no 'Pix', marking to underside of clip, we are able to date this particular pen to c.1996.
