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Hello!

 

I am wondering about the MontBlanc JFK Great Characters edition pen. I really like the look of the new burgundy edition, I am just wondering if anyone has it yet and what they think of it. If anyone has the original model I am also at that as well. Is there any problems with the design, would you recommend it, etc. Some pictures would be great as well if any one could take some, that would be great and much appreciated.

 

Thank you,

 

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Just on a bit of a side note, what MontBlanc pens would you recommend at this price range? It's a big investment for me so I want to get the pest pen for my money.

 

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They are all pretty special. But this one appeals to you!!!

 

Have you handled the pen?

What nib size are you looking for?

 

My personal favourite is the heritage 1912.

 

Have you visited this site? The fountain pen hospital is a store in New York that also sells online. They are announcing the JFK for mid-May delivery.

 

https://www.fountainpenhospital.com

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Hello Meiers,

 

Thank you for the quick response! I havent handled the pen, unfortunately I doubt that I would be able to either before purchasing. My local MB shop is quite small and seems to order in MB pens at random. They recently got a Heritage 1912 rollerball, Marilyn Monroe and the Beatles. This is something that worries me about the pen, that I wont like how it feels. I have a 146 that I love and I bought the 1912 rollerball. I really like both their sizes. I am leaning towards an EF nib if that is available.

 

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Touching and handling the pen is important, I agree.

 

I suggest talking with the people at the fountain pen hospital. Ask about their return policy. It might address your concern.

 

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Touching and handling the pen is important, I agree.

 

I suggest talking with the people at the fountain pen hospital. Ask about their return policy. It might address your concern.

 

1-800-253-pens

 

Take Matt's advice. He's a trusted member here.

Hard times don't last, but hard people do.

 

Thank a Veteran.

 

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Thanks,

 

I will have to think about this and I will have to see about returns. Thank you meiers for the quick and helpful advice!

 

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I had the JFK ball pen and I can attest to it's exquisite build quality. It absolutely must be tried and handled. I have felt few pens of that level of quality, but then for £1500 I'd expect nothing less.

 

 

A future MB classic to be sure.

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I saw and purchased the new Burgundy JFK today at my local boutique. The original version did not appeal to me for a few reasons: namely it was yet another dark pen with silver accents, and it had the initials on the clip.

 

The burgundy one spoke to me instantly. I don't have it in hand for photos as I had them send it out for a nib exchange to an OBB. The color combo really spoke to me. I purchased it so fast even my boutique manager stopped me to ensure I was satisfied. The champagne color accents mix very well with the pen and it looks elegant to me. It's also a light pen and I can see myself using it for longer sessions. I can't wait to get it back with the wider nib! I think the nib also had some engravings but I didn't really look long enough to notice. Lastly, the initials on the clip blended well with the new colors and I was no put off by it at all.

 

I also bought another 149, the Beatles ink, Petite Prince ink, and another notebook. In and out within 15 minutes!!! It was practically a drive by. Hahahaha.

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MB's favorite kind of drive by. You hand over all your money and get to keep a few items in return. That way they can quickly refocus on selling belts and watches! ;)

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MB's favorite kind of drive by. You hand over all your money and get to keep a few items in return. That way they can quickly refocus on selling belts and watches! ;)

... refocus on selling belts and watches .... HAHAHAHAHAHA 👍😂

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I can't wait to get it back with the wider nib! I think the nib also had some engravings but I didn't really look long enough to notice. Lastly, the initials on the clip blended well with the new colors and I was no put off by it at all.

 

The engravings on the nib represents the lunar model of the Apollo mission of 1969 as on the first version of the pen in blue.

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I saw and purchased the new Burgundy JFK today at my local boutique. The original version did not appeal to me for a few reasons: namely it was yet another dark pen with silver accents, and it had the initials on the clip.

 

The burgundy one spoke to me instantly. I don't have it in hand for photos as I had them send it out for a nib exchange to an OBB. The color combo really spoke to me. I purchased it so fast even my boutique manager stopped me to ensure I was satisfied. The champagne color accents mix very well with the pen and it looks elegant to me. It's also a light pen and I can see myself using it for longer sessions. I can't wait to get it back with the wider nib! I think the nib also had some engravings but I didn't really look long enough to notice. Lastly, the initials on the clip blended well with the new colors and I was no put off by it at all.

 

I also bought another 149, the Beatles ink, Petite Prince ink, and another notebook. In and out within 15 minutes!!! It was practically a drive by. Hahahaha.

Hello 888007888,

 

I'd love to get your first hand experiences with your new Burgundy JFK, maybe some pictures too if you could, when you get it back. That would be great!

 

Thanks,

 

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Hello 888007888,

 

I'd love to get your first hand experiences with your new Burgundy JFK, maybe some pictures too if you could, when you get it back. That would be great!

 

Thanks,

 

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A few years ago the FPN website changed and I haven't figured out how to post photos after that change. Once I receive the burgundy pen back, I'll try to post photos using my computer instead of my phone.

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