Montblanc 124 Vs 121 Vs 74 Vs 24 Vs 14 - Which Should I Buy?

[EH86055]

What are the differences between them and how common are NOS examples of each?

Thanks.

[siamackz]

Well lucky for you a generous member wrote this https://www.fountainpennetwork.com/forum/topic/326283-a-thorough-report-on-montblanc-121422243234-series/page-1#

[silverlifter]

I have a 12, a 14 and a 34. The 12/14 for me are the pinnacle of that series: 18K butter soft nibs that are exquisite to write with. NoS will cost you though. If you are willing to buy a used one, you will pay a lot less (and likely find one sooner) and--as long as it is from a reputable seller--not really own any less of a pen.

Edited May 26, 2019 by silverlifter

[Michael R.]

12x pens of the first generation have stiff nibs; 12x pens of the second generation are more soft.

 

2x or 1x pens usually have semi-flex nibs with very nicely cut tipping.

 

On all B, BB or oblique nibs usually have a stub like character.

 

I prefer the 2x or 1x series in terms of writing quality.

 

And I like the overall design of the older 2x or 1x series better. Also ink windows became brittle on most 12x pens.

 

But all pens are easy to service and parts are available. Fairly easy to find.

Metal cap or not? That's up to your personal taste.

 

Cheers

 

Michael

[dubhe]

The 14 is a lovely pen, but I also like the 220 with its textured barrel.

[EH86055]

Thanks for the replies everyone. I've decided to look for a NOS 14 or 74 in EF.

Edited June 5, 2019 by Eric_H

[EH86055]

And I have found one but before I bid I have a few questions.

I am planning to EDC the pen in a Pelikan 3 pen pencase along with a Montblanc 149 and Pilot Custom 743/Parker 45/Omas Paragon which will mean that it'll be quite a squeeze to fit this pen in. Is the 1950s/60s resin too fragile for this?

Are vtg MB EF nibs very scratchy?

Any special maintenance needs for this pen?

Will $150 AUD ($104 US, 92 Euroes) be enough to win an auction of this pen?

Thanks.

[Michael R.]

I like the EF nibs and most are not scratchy.

 

NOS 74 usually are in the 150 € range so good luck.

 

I would not squeeze any pen ;-)

 

No special maintenance if every works properly...

 

Cheers

 

Michael

[EH86055]

Ok, thanks for the info. Good point with not squeezing the pens, I should probably use my Wancher 4 pen case, and then I'd have space for a pencil as well.

Thanks.

[EH86055]

Sorry to bother you guys again, but I just found a NOS Pelikan M30 in EF, it look rather similar to the 14 I was planning to bid on but at half the price. Should I get this instead?

[SpecTP]

one is not like the other.. I have the M30/60 and 24/744/124 and I usually gravitate towards the 24.

[Texas42]

Any thoughts on the 124 celluloid? I haven’t been able to find much info. I read the linked article above but didn’t see anything about it, unless user error. 😂 

 

Any feedback greatly appreciated.