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I suppose the cynical streak in me would say this was specifically designed to require expensive repairs at MB. :rolleyes:

+1 exactly!

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Even though some of us work on these pens, Montblanc does not design them for user maintenance.

The right tools, patience, and lots of help from our friends here on FPN, often bring about the best results.

 

And then there is Francis. He’s forgotten more than I’ll ever know. Learn something every time. Thank you.

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Regarding discussion of sealant:

I acquired recently a 1992 MB146 which I found to have ink starvation. Removing the feeder case to clean the feed thoroughly, I found blobs of silicone sealant around the case and threads and inside the barrel. I am guessing that this is not MBs preferred sealant but something someone decided was a good idea at the time. :rolleyes:

 

editing to clarify: I am talking about the dried stuff you see along the edges of sinks and baths, not pure silicone grease. If it was silicone grease, then they have now run out and need to stock up again.

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Regarding discussion of sealant:

 

I acquired recently a 1992 MB146 which I found to have ink starvation. Removing the feeder case to clean the feed thoroughly, I found blobs of silicone sealant around the case and threads and inside the barrel. I am guessing that this is not MBs preferred sealant but something someone decided was a good idea at the time. :rolleyes:

 

editing to clarify: I am talking about the dried stuff you see along the edges of sinks and baths, not pure silicone grease. If it was silicone grease, then they have now run out and need to stock up again.

 

:o Your story suggests that Montblanc may be correct in trying to dissuade inexperienced users from tinkering about with their pens

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:o Your story suggests that Montblanc may be correct in trying to dissuade inexperienced users from tinkering about with their pens

 

Yes. Blobs = Hack.

Hard times don't last, but hard people do.

 

Thank a Veteran.

 

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Why can't Montblanc just have a perfect section that is flared at the end like the Virginia Woolf section? No flimsy circular bit stuck onto the end of a straight section, like an afterthought. Just a nice flared section that works particularly well. -_-

 

Like other pen manufacturers make..... :D

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Why can't Montblanc just have a perfect section that is flared at the end like the Virginia Woolf section? No flimsy circular bit stuck onto the end of a straight section, like an afterthought. Just a nice flared section that works particularly well. -_-

 

~ Chrissy:

 

Thank you for mentioning the flared section of the WE Woolf.

For several months I've been thinking about the Woolf, asking others about their feelings concerning its design.

The pen's overall look appeals to me, including the understated and effective section.

After comparing them, it was apparent that the Woolf's section is more or less the same as the PoA Louis XIV, a particular favorite of mine.

Such graceful, unadorned sections do indeed work well, as you've noted.

Tom K.

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Let's face it, a fountain pen user needs some sort of flare at the end of the section to prevent their fingers from sliding down onto the nib. The Woolf has it, and the Louis X1V has it. There may be other examples.

 

Why did they even start making straight sections that they then had to stick something breakable onto to give it a slight flare? It doesn't seem to make much sense to me. Perhaps it's especially difficult to make a flared section? :huh:

 

Perhaps it's just me. :D

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Can one replace a broken two piece feed case unit (where the ring is separate from unit) with a one piece integrated unit (ring and case are one)?

My Vintage Montblanc Website--> link

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Can one replace a broken two piece feed case unit (where the ring is separate from unit) with a one piece integrated unit (ring and case are one)?

 

No, the threads diameter of the newer version nib housing are smaller , so not interchangeable….

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On 2/12/2018 at 5:25 AM, Matlock said:

It would seem that MB have a lot to learn from Pelikan.

Agreed

 

On 2/12/2018 at 5:25 AM, Matlock said:
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On 2/18/2018 at 5:15 PM, Matlock said:

Why is it that MB feel it necessary to use either a sealant or an O ring when other manufacturers do not use either and suffer no leakages?

That's puzzling. Pelikan, for example, allows user to simply (un)screw the nib when cleaning the pen and it doesn't use any O ring seals or sealants. MB's approach to this is quite Byzanitne.

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Just found out my original sketch is not visible on Photo-bucket  anymore.

Here it is again

Best regards,

Francis

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4 hours ago, fountainbel said:

Just found out my original sketch is not visible on Photo-bucket anymore.

Here it is again

Best regards,

Francis

 

 

Thanks so much for this follow-up! Very much appreciated!

 

Tommy

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