Montblanc 149

[LAMBCHOP1]

I picked up a broken 149.

 

And The Rod inside was broken in the end cap.

 

I have it apart and have cleaned it and everything works just fine.

 

The Snow Cap has a small hole in the top and I might replace that part or try to repair it ?

 

any ideas ?

 

Once I'm done I will do a little polishing and post some photos.

 

I will try to date the 149 using the serial number also.

 

I thank everyone for the posting that helped me repair this pen.

 

This is my second MB 149

 

 

[jar]

Keep us posted but the serial number really won't be much help. Good pictures of the nib, feed and furniture would likely help more.

[LAMBCHOP1]

Here is a Update.

The 149 is now fully cleaned and taken apart.

I have ordered the Helix part and have removed the C Clip and old helix from the Pen.

My best guess is the some person got a hold of this pen and kept turning it until the helix was twisted

and bent. Also the SnowCap has a small dent in the top. I have tried some white material to fill this area but may just ens up buying a new Snowcap. Once this is done I will buff it up and post some

pictures.

[Erik Dalton]

I've never had luck releasing a c clip. Always ended up replacing the blind cap and helix.

How did you get it apart?

[LAMBCHOP1]

I first took a small screwdriver and slowly ground down the old helix.

Then using a metal fork with a small hook made I got under the c clamp and pulled it out.

 

I should have the new helix installed later this week and will update my progress and post some photos when

the project is done.

[LAMBCHOP1]

Here is my latest update on my Montblanc 419

I"m still waiting for my new HELIX to arrive.

So I started to tackle the small hole on the top of the Snow Cap.

I have used Porcelain Glaze to repair this hole.

The first application filled in the hole and I just applied another small amount to dry for 24 Hours.

Of course the color is white and after it fully dries I will wet sand it again.

This is the same kind of touch material used a Bath tubs to repair a small chip.

After it is dry and wet sanded and fully polished I will upload a photo or two.

Until then... Have a long weekend and a safe 2017.

I'm hoping my PEEK Helix arrives on Tuesday ?

[Chrissy]

I've never had luck releasing a c clip. Always ended up replacing the blind cap and helix.

How did you get it apart?

 

I once had a 146 that had had it's piston repaired by a Montblanc boutique manager. Some time afterwards, while I was cleaning it out, the whole piston rod came out of the C clip inside the end cone. So I had to buy a piston removal tool. To get the end of the rod under the C clip, I just flicked it with a long small ended screwdriver until it felt like it was firmly in place. I guess that's how people get holes in the end cone, but I didn't think of it at the time.