Buying A Heritage 1912

[chemophilic]

After reading this forum for a few days and thanks to all the review and comments, I finally decide to pick up a 1912 in Fine nib to commemorate a pretty significant landmark in my career. I called my local MB boutique and they are going to bring one in later this week for me. This is my first time buying a fountain pen and MB in person, and I am just wondering if you have suggestions on what I should look out for or check out? Thanks for your suggestions!

[horationelson]

In my experience, things shouldn't really go wrong if you are buying from an MB boutique.

 

I would nevertheless check the condition of the pen (i.e. that nib/body aren't scratched or damaged and that the pen isn't ex demo).

 

If you don't get to make it down to boutiques that often, I would stock up on whatever limited edition inks they have in store (assuming they are to your taste).

[MontblancGeek]

Congrats on your purchase! I think you will really enjoy writing with the Heritage 1912, it is really smooth and the F Nib is the perfect size for everyday use (at least for me) on that pen.

 

I agree with horationelson, you should not encounter any problems when buying directly from MB, and try to buy some LE inks that are to your taste. Also, look at the Stationary. The Rouge et Noir Notebook is a favorite of mine.

[meiers]

Fantastic pen!!!!

Montblanc boutiques give excellent service.

The heritage 1912 is a fun pen. I used mine every day for years before it needed service. And when the time came MB stepped up. It returned to me in mint condition and...

 

Advice: use as directed and do not post the cap.

Edited April 10, 2018 by meiers

[Amit.]

Its a beautiful pen and you will never regret having one. Go for it. I use mine as a daily writer .

[thygreyt]

congrats on the purchase! another 1912 user and lover! I keep my every day next to me with an OB nib.

 

Only suggestion: ask the boutique for a ink bottle! They usually give them for free after a purchase, but only if you ask nicely.

 

And out of the inks: i love Green and purple.

[gerigo]

Congrats on your milestone. A Montblanc is definitely a great pen to get to commemorate this event.

 

As for what to look for, I would say nothing. Enjoy your experience and the years of ownership pleasure you'd get with the pen. After all, this is a Montblanc. While I am SURE any product, even from the most storied and respected company in the world might have micro flaws, I have NEVER had any problems with Montblancs and I have too many of them. They have a very robust warranty. If you ever find any problems with the pen, Montblanc will rectify it immediately. Unlike other pen companies that will not be named.

[Dcharles]

You will be pleased, the 1912 is a wonderful pen. I caution you though, if this is your first fountain pen it will likely ruin you for other modern Montblancs. The nib characteristics are exceptional in my opinion and most other pens will feel like a nail in comparison. Once infected with the fountain pen addiction you will have to look to vintage MBs to replicate the writing experience you will enjoy with the 1912.

 

From an operating standpoint, first I would advise you to be very careful when capping the pen, I once snapped the threads off of the interior of the barrel while using what I perceived as minimal force when twisting the cap on. Since repaired I cap the pen very gingerly. Second, always, ALWAYS retract your nib when not in use. I also once set the pen down in between writing without retracting it. It rolled off of my desk and landed with disastrous effect, requiring a nib replacement.

[meiers]

You will of course acquire many more Montblanc fountain pens. This is just a start.

 

Have you visited http://www.fountainpenhospital.com ?

 

They are an outstanding authorized dealer.

Edited April 10, 2018 by meiers

[meiers]

You will be pleased, the 1912 is a wonderful pen. I caution you though, if this is your first fountain pen it will likely ruin you for other modern Montblancs. The nib characteristics are exceptional in my opinion and most other pens will feel like a nail in comparison. Once infected with the fountain pen addiction you will have to look to vintage MBs to replicate the writing experience you will enjoy with the 1912.

 

From an operating standpoint, first I would advise you to be very careful when capping the pen, I once snapped the threads off of the interior of the barrel while using what I perceived as minimal force when twisting the cap on. Since repaired I cap the pen very gingerly. Second, always, ALWAYS retract your nib when not in use. I also once set the pen down in between writing without retracting it. It rolled off of my desk and landed with disastrous effect, requiring a nib replacement.

GREAT ADVICE.

+ do not ever post the cap.

[zaddick]

Good advice here. I'll add one point. Ink the pen after inspecting it. They should have ink available for you. Then bring some of your own paper and write with the pen at your leisure. Should there be any issues I would ask them to be addressed there rather than go home and come back. Their paper is terrible for FPs so be aware of that of you do not bring your own.

 

Enjoy the visit at your leisure. You pay for the privilege of a new pen and a boutique experience so get your money's worth.

 

Congratulations on celebrating an important milestone the right way - with a pen!

[meiers]

Enjoy the visit at your leisure. You pay for the privilege of a new pen and a boutique experience so get your money's worth.!

Do tell us all about your Boutique adventure, please.

[katerchen]

Congratulations. That is a beautiful pen.

[jagwap]

DCharles said it. My first Montblancb and I have been looking for two years for a second, but nothing has temped me enough.

 

Now I have a Sailor and an Edison for very different experiences, and I bought the other half a Faber to get her hooked. So the spending didn't stop. It's juat you may be starting at the top...

[chemophilic]

Thanks everyone for your encouragement and suggestion. I thought that I won't be allowed to ink the pen until I paid for it, is that true?

 

I'm thinking of giving the Toffee Brown a try, since I heard quite some good things about it.

[invisuu]

Toffee Brown, Lavender Purple, Irish Green, and Corn Poppy Red are amongst the best inks you can buy in my opinion.

[zaddick]

At am MB boutique you are unlikely to be able to ink before paying. I meant to ink after committing to buy or maybe even after paying. That way of there are any issues (should not be) they can either try to address them right there, order a replacement or et the pen in do service.

Better to find it out before heading home is my take.

 

Toffe, Lavender, and Irish Green are all nice inks in the standard line. They should have bottles of all the standard inks you can fill from. Be sure to check the bottle to make sure there are no bits floating inside.

[meiers]

What ink are you going to use in your new pen?

[dubhe]

Best tip for collecting your new pen is to also check out the 149s, you know it is going to happen...

[Dcharles]

DCharles said it. My first Montblancb and I have been looking for two years for a second, but nothing has temped me enough.

 

 

I would recommend a 234 1/2. I love mine. Currently in the hunt for a 236.