Mont Blanc Jules Verne

[kaisede]

Hi all,

 

 

I got this pen about 6 month ago and here is what I think about the pen.

 

*****Appearance (5/5)********

The appearance of this pen is unique as far as MB design goes. The bright blue lacquer over guilloche of waves is really visible even under poor lighting. The pen is about 146 size with over size cap. The weight I would say it is on the heavy side for its size. One thing about this pen I wish MB would continue to do is that cap can be a holder for the pen. There is a curve build on the cap for you to put your pen when not writing so the pen would not roll all over your desk.

http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t29/kaisede/Fountain%20Pens/IMG_1770.jpg

 

 

Here is the curve I am taking about,

http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t29/kaisede/Fountain%20Pens/IMG_1773.jpg

 

*****Nib design ********

 

The nib engraving is eqaully impressive. The nib is Rhodium-plated 18k gold, I have not figure out what the image represent because it has been many years since I read 20.000 leagues under the sea. But is by far one of my favor nib from MB writer series. The other being the Kafka. Just as my other MB limited edition review I wish MB would gave a large 149 nib to its all Patron of the Art and Writer Series.

http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t29/kaisede/Fountain%20Pens/IMG_1771.jpg

http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t29/kaisede/Fountain%20Pens/IMG_1772.jpg

http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t29/kaisede/Fountain%20Pens/IMG_1774.jpg

 

******Writing and Value ******

 

The most important part is how it handles when you write with it. I personally like heavy pen and is currently on the shopping spree for metal pens so I do not think this pen is too heavy for long writing. The pen came with MB's B nib, which is very smooth and that is the nib size I like the most. While is could be hard to use it on everyday writing if you use college rule note book but it is god send for writing your journal. This pen is mainly desk pen rarely leaves the house. If you plan to get one and plans to carry around with you I would suggest a pen pouch because I don't think the pen would stay in your front shirt pocket due to its weight.

Most of its weight is evenly distributed a long its metal barrel so it is not top heavy. However, if you post the pen than most of its weight will shift towards the rear.

Overall I think this is a Must Have if you are into collecting MB writer's edition.

 

 

 

 

 

[Brian]

Nice review and photos. I understand the curve in the side of the cap was intended to represent the faceplate from a hardhat diver's helmet, but hey if it works as a pen rest what could be wrong with that. You are right about the weight and it is heavy. Do you think it is heavier than the JP Morgan?

[goodguy]

Thank you for the wonderful review and amazing pictures.

Just like all other MB WE this pen is breathtaking .

I never knew about the groove in the cap for the pen and I think its a great idea.

Who knows maybe there will be a Jules Verne in my future too

[kaisede]

Nice review and photos. I understand the curve in the side of the cap was intended to represent the faceplate from a hardhat diver's helmet, but hey if it works as a pen rest what could be wrong with that. You are right about the weight and it is heavy. Do you think it is heavier than the JP Morgan?

 

 

Morgan is heavier.

[kaisede]

Thank you for the wonderful review and amazing pictures.

Just like all other MB WE this pen is breathtaking .

I never knew about the groove in the cap for the pen and I think its a great idea.

Who knows maybe there will be a Jules Verne in my future too

 

If you find one under 800 pull the trigger. You will not regret it.

[torstar]

Great pen, I bought it because I was going to commemorate my start to serious pen collecting by buying whatever Writers LE was issued by MB in that year.

 

But when posted it is egregiously unbalanced and heavy. Writing with it is a good indication when arthritis in my hand will be kicking in.

Edited January 28, 2011 by torstar

[Beechwood]

This pen is widely copied in China and often sold through Singapore, the only difference I can see is the nib engraving.

 

Be very wary.

[torstar]

This pen is widely copied in China and often sold through Singapore, the only difference I can see is the nib engraving.

 

Be very wary.

 

 

I only buy from trusted dealers and good friends who stockpile LEs when they come out and suffer buyer's remorse a few years later.

[kaisede]

This pen is widely copied in China and often sold through Singapore, the only difference I can see is the nib engraving.

 

Be very wary.

 

Thanks for your input. I have seen some copies of it but it is far from being close to the real pen.

Do you have a pic of the one that is close to the real thing ?

 

Thanks,

 

Andy

[Beechwood]

This pen is widely copied in China and often sold through Singapore, the only difference I can see is the nib engraving.

 

Be very wary.

 

Thanks for your input. I have seen some copies of it but it is far from being close to the real pen.

Do you have a pic of the one that is close to the real thing ?

 

Thanks,

 

Andy

 

 

 

 

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Edited January 28, 2011 by Arthur

[Skeet]

I'd love to see a copy comparison.

[robmcdade]

Hi there, I have found a Jules Verne on eBay which seems too good to be true. It is in eBay UK and the item number is 111048056563. Any advice? Many thanks, Rob

[Montblanc owner and lover]

too good to be true???you've thinked to ask to a MB boutique?May be they still got it...