Montblanc 221 Fountain Pen
Date of production: Early 70’s (1971-1973) / Germany.
Filling system: Piston Filler.
Nib: EF (Extra Fine) size, solid 14K 585 gold
Material: Black resin body & cap, gold filled trimmings including the clip.
Length: 135 mm (Cap closed).
The Montblanc 221 was produced in the early 70’s and it has few variations, such as cartridge and this piston model, also there was a model with a different front section.
This is the original 221 model, also called the classic, it is one of the biggest models produced at the time at full 135mm in length. This Fountain Pen has extraordinary build quality, all made out of highest grade black resin, and metal trimmings placed on most exposed parts to protect the pen, such as the gold ring on the top of the cap, body mid section ring and special two ring cap for crack protection.
The Precious Black Resin, the signature material of Montblanc, is a specially tempered plastic which gives the pen a unique shine and gloss but also a tough protection, as this material is hard to scratch or damage. With one wipe of the sleeve a pen made out of black resin with shine like new and reflects any light that falls on it.
The nib is smooth a true, precise, sharp non-scratchy EF extra fine size, with a constant line and non-messy flow, meaning its perfect for notebook keeping, small letters writing, simply a joyful pen. Yellow O ring rubber seal under the turning knob, it just look fantastic.
The Fountain pen is in Excellent condition.
No damages.
No scratches.
No signs of use.
Original 14K 585 gold nib engraved 585 on it.
Montblanc 221 engraved on cap band.
The Fountain Pen has been fully disassembled and ultrasonically cleaned to remove possible traces of old ink.
Pen measures 5.1/4 inches (13.5 cms) long with cap attached.
This is an elegant and stylish writing instrument.
Great pen to add to any collection.
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