Which One? Help Me Choose :)

[TheDarkFaery]

At the moment there are two pens that I really want and I can't get both.

Help me decide which pen and why. If you have any expierence with either do tell what you thought of it. Thanks

Here are the pens.

 

 

Pelikan m640 Eternal Ice

 

http://www.pelikan.com/pulse/Pulsar/en_US.FWI.displayShop.97039./eternal-ice

 

Monteverde Limited Edition Fantasia

 

http://monteverdepens.com/wds_fantasia.html

 

 

 

They are both snow and ice pens which if you saw my other thread you know that I have a liking for.

https://www.fountainpennetwork.com/forum/index.php/topic/270347-snowice-pens/?do=findComment&comment=3055163

[Dillo]

Hi,

 

If I were you, I'd pick the Pelikan over the Monteverde. The Pelikan is piston-filled, and while I do have some reservations about the snap-in piston filler mechanism that Pelikan uses and the trim ring on the grip section, I would pick it over the Monteverde and the converter system it uses. Nibwise, the Pelikan has a nib that unscrews for cleaning and replacement. The Pelikan grip section is also fairly comfortable.

 

Dillon

[Xqmano]

Based purely on looks I'd go Pelikan. The Monteverde looks a bit like it comes from the movie Frozen.

[Millefleurs]

Another vote for the Pelikan, based solely on looks. It's a lovely pen!

Edited July 29, 2014 by Millefleurs

[TheDarkFaery]

Just another thing too add the Pelikan is nearly $100 more than the Montverde. Don't know if its worth it.

[Dutchess]

Pelikan. Hands down.

And that says alot, because I have kind of an aversion of Pelikan and I generally don't like 'em.

The Monteverde looks like a pen from the Disneystore. Somewhere between Snowwhite and Cinderella, across from Alladin.

[AustinMalone1999]

That Monteverde does not look appealing, go for the Pelikan, but the story is cool.

[TheDarkFaery]

Pelikan. Hands down.

And that says alot, because I have kind of an aversion of Pelikan and I generally don't like 'em.

The Monteverde looks like a pen from the Disneystore. Somewhere between Snowwhite and Cinderella, across from Alladin.

 

 

It is a Disney edition, I think that is the point.

 

But I will take your word on this and probably go for the Pelikan. Must admit it does look better.

[GTOZack]

definately pelikan

[RMN]

I am the odd man out here, as visually I prefer the Disney one, as I like midnight blues. The pale ice-blue of the Pelikan, while ofcourse intended (Ice-theme) do not appeal as much to me.

 

But on a technical point I agree with the rest: the Pelikan. (although I do not know Monteverde personally)

 

Conclusion for me personally would be in this case neither. But if I would have to choose, even with the 100 price difference, it would be the Pel.

 

 

D.ick

[VOKEY]

I was undecided. Dillos comment sold me on the Pelikan

[Charles Rice]

definately pelikan

Same here

[canibanoglu]

Pelikan, hands down. It simply looks better and at the business side of things, well, it is a Pelikan.

[Runnin_Ute]

I am not crazy about either - but that is me. No experience with Monteverde pens but I love my Pelikans.....

 

I don't do "theme" pens like this though. But if you said you absolutely have to choose one of these pens - it would be the Pelikan. If only because I have experience with the brand.

[Moshe ben David]

Pelikan without a doubt. Monteverde are ok but a couple of steps down the food chain for sure! All my Pelikans are superb writers and totally dependable. I have a Monteverde which is a nail; not in the same league as any Pelikan.

[Keyless Works]

I would pick the Monteverde. It's more interesting and special IMO than the Pelikan which is more expensive and less attractive. I prefer Pelikan to Monteverde as a brand but it's not enough to stop me from picking the better value and ultimately the more interesting pen in this situation.

[TheDarkFaery]

I would pick the Monteverde. It's more interesting and special IMO than the Pelikan which is more expensive and less attractive. I prefer Pelikan to Monteverde as a brand but it's not enough to stop me from picking the better value and ultimately the more interesting pen in this situation.

 

 

So I have been thinking about this post and think you are right. The Monteverde is unique and less then 2000 are made. It just doesn't feel right going with the Pelikan for me. The Monteverde also comes with a nice wood box and bottle of ink. Disney pen it is!

[orfew]

 

 

So I have been thinking about this post and think you are right. The Monteverde is unique and less then 2000 are made. It just doesn't feel right going with the Pelikan for me. The Monteverde also comes with a nice wood box and bottle of ink. Disney pen it is!

Just a word of caution. I have the rollerball version of the fantasia pen. While the hand painting does make it an exceptional looking pen, I would be wary of the build quality. The little gem on the clip fell off after about a week. I assume this would never happen with a Pelikan.

Edited July 30, 2014 by orfew

[Dillo]

Hi,

 

I would also take some caution with the Monteverde. As mentioned, a few people have had some issues with build quality. It might be something to think about down the road as that could be quite disappointing to have your pen fall apart. I also don't know the durability of the painting on the inside since when you put the converter or cartridges in, it may get scratched or damaged.

 

Dillon

[Blue_Moon]

If you like the wintry icy look, try the Franklin-Christoph 02. I'd choose it over both the Pelikan and the Monteverde.

 

http://www.franklin-christoph.com/model-02-intrinsic.html

 

Edited to add: This is the 02 Smoke and Ice. There are different versions of the 02.

Edited July 31, 2014 by Blue_Moon