Lszuk Posted February 17, 2012 Share Posted February 17, 2012 I recently saw an article in Pen World describing a new service at select MB boutiques, using a computerized approach to custom nib grinding for new MB pens. Has anyone tried this service, or know anything more? I think they charge an additional $800 for this service! Link to post Share on other sites
FredRydr Posted February 17, 2012 Share Posted February 17, 2012 (edited) I will be writing an article on this service for a well-known pen collector magazine, after some interviews and participation in the program. Montblanc is placing a few of the devices in locations around the world. They use laser in some fashion. Once your preference is established, it is recorded for future nib orders. More soon. Fred Edited February 17, 2012 by FredRydr Link to post Share on other sites
Soulmaker1 Posted February 17, 2012 Share Posted February 17, 2012 I will be writing an article on this service for a well-known pen collector magazine, after some interviews and participation in the program. Montblanc is placing a few of the devices in locations around the world. They use laser in some fashion. Once your preference is established, it is recorded for future nib orders. More soon. Fred Very cool! Looking forward to reading your article! Adrian MB 149 YWC, MB Doue BP, Parker Sterling Silver Cisele BP & RB Link to post Share on other sites
Batman Posted February 17, 2012 Share Posted February 17, 2012 $800 extra is pretty steep, I could just send it to a nibmeister. Brad Link to post Share on other sites
georges zaslavsky Posted February 17, 2012 Share Posted February 17, 2012 (edited) sounds interesting Edited February 17, 2012 by georges zaslavsky Pens are like watches , once you start a collection, you can hardly go back. And pens like all fine luxury items do improve with time Link to post Share on other sites
Lszuk Posted February 17, 2012 Author Share Posted February 17, 2012 I will be writing an article on this service for a well-known pen collector magazine, after some interviews and participation in the program. Montblanc is placing a few of the devices in locations around the world. They use laser in some fashion. Once your preference is established, it is recorded for future nib orders. More soon. FredThanks. Looking forward to reading all about it. Steve Link to post Share on other sites
Lszuk Posted February 17, 2012 Author Share Posted February 17, 2012 $800 extra is pretty steep, I could just send it to a nibmeister. BradI agree. I'm wondering what difference there is using a computer generated nib versus a modification of a nib by a nibmeister. Steve Link to post Share on other sites
tanalasta Posted February 18, 2012 Share Posted February 18, 2012 I thought it was a matter of the user adjusing to the nib rather than the nib adjusting to the user? Which is what makes buying variations of pens so interesting in that they all have different nib characteristics which you can enjoy! The bespoke service sounds interesting ... but I fail to see how the pen would write $800 better than the standard MB nib which I'm already very, very happy with! In Rotation: MB 146 (EF), Noodler's Ahab bumblebee, Edison Pearl (F), Sailor ProGear (N-MF)In storage: MB 149 (18k EF), TWSBI 540 (, ST Dupont Olympio XL (EF), MB Dumas (B stub), Waterman Preface (ST), Edison Pearl (0.5mm CI), Noodler's Ahab clear, Pilot VP (M), Danitrio Densho (F), Aurora Optima (F), Lamy 2000 (F), Visconti Homo Sapiens (stub) Link to post Share on other sites
alvarado Posted February 18, 2012 Share Posted February 18, 2012 I thought it was a matter of the user adjusing to the nib rather than the nib adjusting to the user? Which is what makes buying variations of pens so interesting in that they all have different nib characteristics which you can enjoy! The bespoke service sounds interesting ... but I fail to see how the pen would write $800 better than the standard MB nib which I'm already very, very happy with!can't agree with you more. I will rather spend $800 for another pen to start with the discovery. Do not pray for easy lives, pray to be stronger men.../JFK Link to post Share on other sites
jslallar Posted February 18, 2012 Share Posted February 18, 2012 It would be interesting to have the exact same nib duplicated - but then who wants it!!!! Variations in nibs sizes and pen sizes are what I crave for - although the variation I have are all on the broader side of mediums, nevertheless B of one is at times broader than BB of another and so on. And then there are the stubs and the Obliques!!!! In short I do not think I could stick with with just one nib for life. Enjoy your pensHave a nice dayJunaid Link to post Share on other sites
Pen Nut Posted February 18, 2012 Share Posted February 18, 2012 I am sure there was a link posted on here that showed you what it was all about. Computer screen illustrating all the various 'quirks' about how you held the pen and the angle of preference etc. When I was into clay shooting I once had a Perrazi shotgun fitted to me. I already felt this was a well fitting gun and was very pleased with both the stock and fore end but must admit that it felt like it truly was an extension of my body when fitted professionally. Would I pay to have a pen tuned for me? Yes I usually do by my nib chap but $800 seems a lot on the steep side to me. Money may not make you happy but I would rather cry in a Rolls-Royce The true definition of madness - Doing the same thing everyday and expecting different results...... Link to post Share on other sites
Toolattack Posted February 18, 2012 Share Posted February 18, 2012 $800!! Wow! Link to post Share on other sites
stevlight Posted February 18, 2012 Share Posted February 18, 2012 There is a special calligraphy nib that was developed with MB by this famous calligrapher. This is HER SITE --great stuff! I dream of MB asking me to develop a drawing nib!! Although it would probably be like the one Richard Binder did for me, so they really should just ask him. LOL www.stevelightart.com Link to post Share on other sites
Richard Posted February 18, 2012 Share Posted February 18, 2012 What I'm wondering is, given MB's amazing ability to make ordinary nibs that don't write well, why should I believe they can make a custom nib that will write any better? Click to send email: richard@richardspens.comhttp://www.richardspens.com/images/site/rfb_fpnuts_sig.png Link to post Share on other sites
stevlight Posted February 18, 2012 Share Posted February 18, 2012 What I'm wondering is, given MB's amazing ability to make ordinary nibs that don't write well, why should I believe they can make a custom nib that will write any better? Because you are paying an extra $800 for it!! LOL www.stevelightart.com Link to post Share on other sites
PENitent Posted February 18, 2012 Share Posted February 18, 2012 What I'm wondering is, given MB's amazing ability to make ordinary nibs that don't write well, why should I believe they can make a custom nib that will write any better? I have never had a MB nib that wrote less than very well while nibs from other pen companies have been sub-standard many needing to be tuned to even bring it up to a minimum standard for smoothness and flow. Maybe it's the same thing as audiophiles- if your ear can hear the difference then it's worth it but if you ear can't then it is wasted money, just something to say that I got my pen MBinderized so it's much better. Erring; for he with this rebellious rout Fell long before; nor aught aviled him now To have built in Heaven high towers; nor did he scape By all his engines, but was headlong sent With his industrious crew, to build in Hell Link to post Share on other sites
Lszuk Posted February 19, 2012 Author Share Posted February 19, 2012 What I'm wondering is, given MB's amazing ability to make ordinary nibs that don't write well, why should I believe they can make a custom nib that will write any better?I agree. I own over a dozen MB fountain pens, and most have had to be sent to a nibmeister to adjust flow/nib before they could function as great writers. I love their design, but they never seem to write perfectly without adjustment. I am intrigued, though, bye the idea of a computerized nib adjusted to the way you write. The cost is excessive, but still wondering what the final product would produce. Link to post Share on other sites
Garageboy Posted February 20, 2012 Share Posted February 20, 2012 The 3 modern MBs I've used have written extremely well, well enough that I have to have one... Link to post Share on other sites
rockspyder Posted May 25, 2012 Share Posted May 25, 2012 After our FPN factory tour in March, and taking the writing analysis test right there in the nib manufacturing boardroom, I ordered 2 bespoke nibs for 149's. One is a soft OB nib to use as a daily (or special occasion) writer, the other is a double-slit signature nib (6B at least, music nib style, it writes like a paintbrush!) The pens arrived today, I tried them out this evening, and I am totally gobsmacked.... Pictures to follow, hopefully still this weekend Link to post Share on other sites
Ghost Plane Posted May 25, 2012 Share Posted May 25, 2012 Now those I want to see! Link to post Share on other sites
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