1. Do All Montblanc Pens Have Serial Numbers

With a magnifying glass or a loupe, check the clip-ring (the ring at the top of the pocket-clip). On one side of the clip in the ring, should be 'MONTBLANC'. On the other side, should be a small, serial number, marked out in digital numerals. All authentic Montblanc pens (made recently, that is), have this marking. Do the serial numbers on Mont Blanc pens, fountain or otherwise, relate to the model & specification of the instrument? Had a couple of Rolex watches and the numbers on these watches relate to year of manufacture,model and spec and just wondered if.

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Had a couple of Rolex watches and the numbers on these watches relate to year of manufacture,model and spec and just wondered if M.B did the same. Oh and if so where do you get the reference sheet from.

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As I understand it the 149 model relates to: 1=meisterstuck 4= piston filling system 9= nib size Just learning but this forum is a mine of information. Do like being among likeminded lunatics!!! There is a distinction between the Montblanc serial number and the model number. The serial number is allocated randomly on Meisterstuck/Boheme/Starwalker/Limited pieces following from a date in the early 90s. It is apparently possible to find the production date by contacting Montblanc, although there are easier methods by looking at features of the pen such as the ink window and feed. The numbering system dates back may years, and originally indicated finish, range and size.

Product evolution has now made this system largely redundant and except for the '149' rarely are the numbers mentioned due to cultural connotations. Considering that the serial number is engraved only on the clip, which is easily removed and swapped to other pens, and the cap is just as easily removed and swapped, the serial number seems to be more about consumer confidence than unique identification of a pen (of which the important part is really the nib on FP's). MB may have a database, but it will only identify when a particular clip was manufactured. Most people here identify the model based on nib style, trim style, trim details (for example, is the word 'Pix' cast into the back of the clip), ink window style on fountain pens, refill type, pen shape, etc.

They started with the serial numbers in 1991 or 1992, so there are many thousands of MB's out there that don't have them. Here is the text of a post I made in another topic regarding MB serial numbers. The beginning can be confusing because I was asking if there were a specific number of digits in a serial number. This led me to ask MB more questions regarding the serial # issue. 'I have more information on MB's I'll share just in case anyone is interested. I talked to a nationaly known pen shop as well as Montblanc again this morning regarding my serial numbers and other issues regarding my recent trade for a couple of older Le Grand's. Both were on the same page.

Serial #'s don't have a specified number of digits. Older models will most likly have fewer digits than current production. Some of the #'s started with GE or GER on the first pens to be produced with serial #'s in 1991.

There is no database at Montblanc of serial #'s except for limited editions. Serial #'s are now being reissued or reused, so the same # might be found on 2 different pens made years apart. The logo 'PIX' was introduced on the underside of the clip in 1997. And lastly, Montblanc does not confiscate counterfeit pens. They said that is not company policy.

At the Boutique they will hand them back over and if you send it to the factory service center, they will send back your pens and a letter stating either way if your pen is genuine or fake. The person I talked to in Bethlehem, PA was super. If she didn't know the answer, she went and got it. The 'PIX' logo was in question here with mine. And hey, she even got out her own pen and counted digits! (7 in case anyone's interested ) So after all this, I'm pretty much convinced my pens are genuine after a brief scare.

I intend to send them off to get the letter and put to rest the doubt. Thanks to all who helped. I did get a MB education.'

Hello Everybody, Just wanted to ask your help concerning something to which i'm a complete ignorant. I've never owned a MB but always wanted one because I like how they looked;) anyway, this christmas a supplier of mine gave me a gift and as I opened I was shocked to find out it was a MB! When I opened the box I felt a very 'light' pen, and the mont blanc engraving on the top part is not as clear as I thought one would be. Anyway, are there any details all MB pens have that assures the user that it is original? What should I look for in the pen that proves if it is original or a fake??? Thanks for your help!! Hey AFC, There are several ways to tell whether a MB is fake or not.

It depends on several things.I'll try cover them here. What is the pen? Fountain pens are lighter than ballpoint or rollerball pens. So if it's a fountain pen, it'll naturally feel quite light. Check the underside of the clip.

There should be a tiny word 'PIX' there. Hold the pen up to the light (if fountain pen) and disassemble it completely. Check the light through the plastic (it should be slightly translucent). If the plastic glows red from the light.Real. If it's a fountain pen, hold a magnet to the nib. Real MB fountain pen nibs are 14kt gold, and should be nonresponsive.

A fake nib, possibly made of steel, may react to the magnet and the pen might roll towards it. If it does, it's fake.

Check that the star on the cap/barrel end is clear and regularly sized and shaped. Not too small, not too large.

If the star looks off-center, it's a fake. Check the nib (if fountain) for: '14kt' or '18kt' (depending on pen), and 'MB' or the Montblanc star. Any pen with 'Iridium Point Germany' or 'IPG' indicates a fake pen. Also, under a strong magnifier, examine all markings on the nib and cap. These are usually machine-pressed into the nib and cap-bands when the pen is made. If the markings are rough or anything but perfectly smooth, then it's probably an indication of engraving, which Montblanc doesn't do.

Check the patterning on the nib. It should be spread out equally over the two tines (halves) of the nib, with the nib-slit dividing the decorations neatly down the middle.

If the markings are off-center on the nib (ie - more on one side than the other), then it's a fake. With a magnifying glass or a loupe, check the clip-ring (the ring at the top of the pocket-clip). On one side of the clip in the ring, should be 'MONTBLANC'. On the other side, should be a small, serial number, marked out in digital numerals. All authentic Montblanc pens (made recently, that is), have this marking. Hey AFC, There are several ways to tell whether a MB is fake or not. It depends on several things.I'll try cover them here.

Check the underside of the clip. There should be a tiny word 'PIX' there.

With a magnifying glass or a loupe, check the clip-ring (the ring at the top of the pocket-clip). On one side of the clip in the ring, should be 'MONTBLANC'.

On the other side, should be a small, serial number, marked out in digital numerals. All authentic Montblanc pens (made recently, that is), have this marking. On number 2: I think it will also say Made in Germany and then PIX. On number 8: It may just have the serial number.I have a generations with just serial number. Some of these tips only apply to modern pens. Authentic vintage MBs may not have Pix under the clip, serial numbers, or 'Germany.' Also, MB has made steel nib pens, although if the nib says that it's 14k or 18k, it should not be attracted to a magnet.

If you are interested in learning more about vintage MBs, is a decent resource. Not comprehensive, but I've not found anything better online. (I have no affiliation with that website.) The general consensus seems to be that piston-filling pens are too hard to counterfeit profitably, and that any piston-filling MB is probably genuine. If you post some photos here, or at Fountain Pen Network, it would help people guess at the authenticity of your pen. Every single one is fake. EDIT- For reasoning Picture 1- Starwalker Doue and Starwalker Midnight Black replicas -Serial number is in wrong spot on both pens -Pattern is wrong on the replica of the Starwalker Doue -Clips have a hollow cavity back which is incorrect Picture 2- A pathetic attempt at replicating the Agatha Christie Limited Edition Ballpoint -Where do I start?

Do All Montblanc Pens Have Serial Numbers

LOL Picture 3-A replica of the Boheme ballpoint -A clear/crystal stone version of the precious resin Boheme does not exist to my knowledge. Picture 4- A pathetic attempt at replicating the Agatha Christie Limited Edition Ballpoint -I'm not going to waste my time telling you why they're replicas. They're so horrible it's not even funny Picture 5-A replica of the Meisterstuck 164 platinum trip ballpoint -Tapered clip is incorrect -Trim ring is incorrect -Top cap and upper barrel are not flush with each other.