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Marcwithac

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I just acquired a No. 1 size Montblanc safety pen at an auction. When I try to extend the nib, the turning knob gets stuck. I suspect dried ink (100 years' worth!) gumming up the works. Is there any harm in dropping some water into the barrel to loosen things up?

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I have one too, an ReT No. 1. Cute pens.

 

If your hypothesis is right and it is dried ink preventing the turning of the knob then that probably means it has leaked through the cork, etc. You will probably need to put in a new cork. But putting water in the barrel is not a bad idea - I would just be very ready with paper towels to quickly wipe off the ink that leaks out onto the lower end of the barrel/turning knob as you fill it with water (to prevent oxidisation).

 

Enjoy the pen and post pics when you can.

My Vintage Montblanc Website--> link

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I applied just 2 or 3 tiny drops, then jiggled the turning knob gently for about 10 minutes and it finally opened up. Will post photos on “The Rare Ones” shortly.

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