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Montblanc White Lacquer Solitaire Classique: Does The Plating Wear Off?


LuckyKate

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Hi all!

 

This is my first post on the Montblanc forum. I'm interested in the white lacquer Solitaire Classique in either the rose gold or rhodium finish. However, as I've read that rose gold is not sturdy and wears easily, I'm concerned that the pen would lose its plating, not just on the nib but on the entire section. Is this something I should be concerned about given how expensive the pen is? And would the rhodium/platinum plating be sturdier and less prone to wear? I really love this pen's finish, but am concerned about how well it would hold up.

 

Thanks for your help!

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Thanks so much for the helpful responses! It's good to hear that the red gold/rose gold is sturdy! I also noticed that the step and threads on the red gold version of this pen is far less pronounced than the silver version/

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I have the rose version of the pen you asked about. It doesn't get a ton of use but I have never had a problem. Probably my favorite pen.

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