Montegrappa Desiderio

[AGxM]

Not seen much about this pen on here and wondered if this was an poor quality pen, or unloved for some reason? I have one one it's way that I think was a good price.....but worried that it could be a wrong 'un.

 

[PabloAU]

I've had my eye on the black and red model. Let us know how you like yours when it arrives.

[Bill P]

Montegrappa is one of Italy’s oldest and most respected manufacturer of fine writing instruments...they really make great fountain pens...in my opinion they are an under discussed and under appreciate company.

 

I haven't used a Desiderio , but my best guess is that you will enjoy it...

[FrankvK]

Very nice pens and of good quality, as may be expected from Montegrappa. Nice material and very well made.

[AGxM]

She arrived today and boy....she's stunning in the flesh.

 

I've only dipped her so far, but the nib is extremely smooth and the colour of the pen is amazing - probably the most attractive pen I own. Very light unposted/uninked but I like it very much....and the Montegrappa nib decor is

 

Rubbish pics below

[zaddick]

It is a good looking pen. Enjoy!

[Ink_Chick]

She arrived today and boy....she's stunning in the flesh.

 

I've only dipped her so far, but the nib is extremely smooth and the colour of the pen is amazing - probably the most attractive pen I own. Very light unposted/uninked but I like it very much....and the Montegrappa nib decor is

 

Rubbish pics below

Now that you’v been enjoying your pen awhile... Any suggestions which inks perform well on the Desiderio? I’m particularly interested in inks that keep it smooth as ice!

[kdv]

Hi,

 

Have one to.

 

• About the ink: it’s a very smooth writer so I think any ink will do. If you are not sure: Waterman serenity is a good start
• But: I hear nobody about the nice degree of flex this pen has. Did you notice it? (see my threat: https://www.fountainpennetwork.com/forum/topic/328266-montegrappa-desiderio-and-flex/?p=3933872 )

 

Greetings

 

kdv

[Ink_Chick]

Hi,

 

Have one to.

 

 

• About the ink: it’s a very smooth writer so I think any ink will do. If you are not sure: Waterman serenity is a good start
• But: I hear nobody about the nice degree of flex this pen has. Did you notice it? (see my threat: https://www.fountainpennetwork.com/forum/topic/328266-montegrappa-desiderio-and-flex/?p=3933872 )

Greetings

 

kdv

Thanks for the Waterman ink suggestion. My red and black Desiderio should arrive today - yay! Now I’m heading off in search of ink...

[fpupulin]

A beautiful, and very Montegrappa pen! Congratulations. Enjoy it in good health.