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~ @Fritz Schimpf:

 

These images of Italic Edge are stunningly beautiful.

 

Thank you for collaborating with Montblanc for a third time to produce this very special writing tool.

 

Such creativity and loveliness of form brings great joy.

 

         Tom K.

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On 6/27/2022 at 3:42 PM, dms525 said:

 

 

A 146 with a 0.7mm CI nib is very seriously tempting. It would border on irresistible. I haven't quite figured out which side of the border yet. 🤔

 

David

 

I found it to be "irresistible". I ordered mine today.

"One can not waste time worrying about small minds . . . If we were normal, we'd still be using free ball point pens." —Bo Bo Olson

 

"I already own more ink than a rational person can use in a lifetime." —Waski_the_Squirrel

 

I'm still trying to figure out how to list all my pens down here.

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Oh wow this will be quite special.

Fountain pens are my preferred COLOR DELIVERY SYSTEM (in part because crayons melt in Las Vegas).

Create a Ghostly Avatar and I'll send you a letter. Check out some Ink comparisons: The Great PPS Comparison 

Don't know where to start?  Look at the Inky Topics O'day.  Then, see inks sorted by color: Blue Purple Brown Red Green Dark Green Orange Black Pinks Yellows Blue-Blacks Grey/Gray UVInks Turquoise/Teal MURKY

 

 

 

 

 

 

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I received an email saying they are planning to ship today or tomorrow. I guess that I'll get mine next week. I'll keep you all informed. 

"One can not waste time worrying about small minds . . . If we were normal, we'd still be using free ball point pens." —Bo Bo Olson

 

"I already own more ink than a rational person can use in a lifetime." —Waski_the_Squirrel

 

I'm still trying to figure out how to list all my pens down here.

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Today, I received an email from Tübingen saying that my order has cleared Customs and will ship via DHL today. It should arrive on 20 July. I will keep you informed. 

"One can not waste time worrying about small minds . . . If we were normal, we'd still be using free ball point pens." —Bo Bo Olson

 

"I already own more ink than a rational person can use in a lifetime." —Waski_the_Squirrel

 

I'm still trying to figure out how to list all my pens down here.

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Thanks Frank. I got my notification today too. Should have it Tuesday, the 19th

 

JungleJim - Shipping was $80 Euros for me. 

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24 minutes ago, wedgefreak said:

Thanks Frank. I got my notification today too. Should have it Tuesday, the 19th

 

JungleJim - Shipping was $80 Euros for me. 

€80 is Fritz-Schimpf standard shipping rate for larger orders. I ordered three pens, some ink, and some of their paper, too, and it was €80. By the way, their house-brand ink and paper are very nice and good values, too. For smaller orders, they charge €30. 

"One can not waste time worrying about small minds . . . If we were normal, we'd still be using free ball point pens." —Bo Bo Olson

 

"I already own more ink than a rational person can use in a lifetime." —Waski_the_Squirrel

 

I'm still trying to figure out how to list all my pens down here.

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Sorry, I was wondering what the Custom's Charge would be, not the shipping. Anything over $800USD is charged customs duty to the US when it goes through DHL or Fedex, plus a handling fee by the respective companies. And they do collect it, as the shipping companies get extra money via handling the inspection, LOL.

 

Usually you get a notice by email from DHL when the package from Germany lands in England ( East Midlands Airport, I think) and DHL begins processing it.

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1 hour ago, JungleJim said:

Sorry, I was wondering what the Custom's Charge would be, not the shipping.

As I recall, it varies, depending on where the pen ships from, declared value, who the Customs Inspector is, etc. I have spent as much as $100 or so. I'll let you know when I get the bill. I did order three pens from Fritz-Shimpf, so I will almost certainly have to pay something. 

"One can not waste time worrying about small minds . . . If we were normal, we'd still be using free ball point pens." —Bo Bo Olson

 

"I already own more ink than a rational person can use in a lifetime." —Waski_the_Squirrel

 

I'm still trying to figure out how to list all my pens down here.

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22 minutes ago, JungleJim said:

Many Thanks, Frank C. I'm looking forward to your pictures!

Did I promise pictures?

"One can not waste time worrying about small minds . . . If we were normal, we'd still be using free ball point pens." —Bo Bo Olson

 

"I already own more ink than a rational person can use in a lifetime." —Waski_the_Squirrel

 

I'm still trying to figure out how to list all my pens down here.

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I only ordered the pen and a bottle of ink and it was 80 Euros. My usual shipping charge for them is 30 Euros and both times I’ve ordered multiple items, but just under $1k of goods so that may have something to do with it.

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On 7/15/2022 at 9:13 AM, Frank C said:

Today, I received an email from Tübingen saying that my order has cleared Customs and will ship via DHL today. It should arrive on 20 July. I will keep you informed. 

 

 

This is so exciting!!!!

 

22 hours ago, Frank C said:

Did I promise pictures?

 

Oh, pictures would be appreciated.

Fountain pens are my preferred COLOR DELIVERY SYSTEM (in part because crayons melt in Las Vegas).

Create a Ghostly Avatar and I'll send you a letter. Check out some Ink comparisons: The Great PPS Comparison 

Don't know where to start?  Look at the Inky Topics O'day.  Then, see inks sorted by color: Blue Purple Brown Red Green Dark Green Orange Black Pinks Yellows Blue-Blacks Grey/Gray UVInks Turquoise/Teal MURKY

 

 

 

 

 

 

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I checked on my tracking number with DHL today, Sunday. The package arrived in Los Angeles yesterday. I should be hearing from DHL soon about Customs charges. They usually hold the package until I have repaid them for the Customs Duty. 

"One can not waste time worrying about small minds . . . If we were normal, we'd still be using free ball point pens." —Bo Bo Olson

 

"I already own more ink than a rational person can use in a lifetime." —Waski_the_Squirrel

 

I'm still trying to figure out how to list all my pens down here.

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3 hours ago, Frank C said:

I checked on my tracking number with DHL today, Sunday. The package arrived in Los Angeles yesterday. I should be hearing from DHL soon about Customs charges. They usually hold the package until I have repaid them for the Customs Duty. 

 

Mine is in the Los Angeles Gateway DHL warehouse and has a note attached when the tracking number is input.

 

"Due to the nature of the goods, specific authorization is required from a regulatory authority other than Customs for further clearance.

 

Note: Further processing will occur as instructed by the regulatory authority. A DHL representative shall attempt to contact the consignee/importer or shipper if further details are required."

 

I've never seen that warning before. The package should just have the pen and a pad of their paper. No inks or anything  else was ordered. 

 

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1 hour ago, JungleJim said:

 

Mine is in the Los Angeles Gateway DHL warehouse and has a note attached when the tracking number is input.

 

"Due to the nature of the goods, specific authorization is required from a regulatory authority other than Customs for further clearance.

 

Note: Further processing will occur as instructed by the regulatory authority. A DHL representative shall attempt to contact the consignee/importer or shipper if further details are required."

 

I've never seen that warning before. The package should just have the pen and a pad of their paper. No inks or anything  else was ordered. 

 

I see no such note on my report. We'll see what happens next. In the past, Fritz-Schimpf has included some goodies, like ink and paper, in my boxes. Those shouldn't hold up the package, though. 

"One can not waste time worrying about small minds . . . If we were normal, we'd still be using free ball point pens." —Bo Bo Olson

 

"I already own more ink than a rational person can use in a lifetime." —Waski_the_Squirrel

 

I'm still trying to figure out how to list all my pens down here.

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My package left Los Angles last night at 23:20. I heard from Fritz-Schimpf this morning that DHL had a bill for the import duty for me: $61.80. Paid it with the credit card, so the package should arrive in Las Vegas, today. When it makes it to my house, I'll let you know. Please note that I have three pens in this order. For previous purchases, I have have not had to pay duty; there is some threshold. I enjoy working with Fritz-Schimpf and their manager, Sebastian Stolz. With the current exchange rate, European pens are at their best prices in a long time. 

"One can not waste time worrying about small minds . . . If we were normal, we'd still be using free ball point pens." —Bo Bo Olson

 

"I already own more ink than a rational person can use in a lifetime." —Waski_the_Squirrel

 

I'm still trying to figure out how to list all my pens down here.

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