Nib On A Mb 146

[AndyLogan]

Good day,

 

I was wondering if any of our resident experts here could identify the nib on this 146. My guess is that it's an "F" nib, but I'm not confident enough as it might actually be an "M".

Would gladly appreciate the help, Cheers,

 

Attaching pictures.

[Michael R.]

Looks like F.

 

Cheers

 

Michael

[AndyLogan]

Looks like F.

 

Cheers

 

Michael

 

Thanks Michael! appreciate the help on this one.

[zaddick]

It's a tough call as MB finishes their nibs by hand. The line between F and M is blurry. It looks like F+ to me, but really it is the other side that matters in terms of line width. I would not argue if the sticker had said F.

[Chrissy]

I would guess at F too. Doesn't look quite broad enough for M. If we could maybe see the line it draws that might clinch it.

[AndyLogan]

I would guess at F too. Doesn't look quite broad enough for M. If we could maybe see the line it draws that might clinch it.

 

Hi Chrissy, unfortunately I was eyeing this pen at an ebay auction, I didn't want to purchase it if it was an "M" nib because I'm waiting for the one that I purchased from a member here that had an "M" nib on it. Did not win the auction tho', it seemed I was outbid at exactly the last 5 seconds before the auction closed, so I won't be able to provide a writing sample. I would just like to say how helpful everyone is, giving us newbies a chance to make informed decisions before making such big purchases. Reading about the pens and looking at the pictures is not enough unless you get to study the real McCoy in real life IMO, And knowing ebay with so many fakes around, one can't be too careful, even some seller's who have no knowledge of fountain pens can unmistakably without malice list a fake as a genuine article, not even knowing enough if the pen is in good working order or cleaned properly before listing it on ebay, all they know is that it's a Montblanc and it will sell. Because of my readings here I now ask the seller some questions and ask for some required pictures then go from there if I would want the pen or not, but purchasing fountain pens here on the Classified gives me peace of mind, knowing that the previous owner of the pen I'm purchasing it from loves the hobby and would actually take time to look after the pen or even clean it. I am really glad I found this group, and will forever be thankful for the guidance all of you guys give. I have funds to actually purchase a Montblanc pen brand new, but as some have eloquently put it, it would be best to try the pen first, and besides, it would probably be best to save the money for a splurge on MB WE or LE.

Edited March 18, 2018 by AndyLogan