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.
Here is the curve I am taking about,
*****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.
******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.
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