Montblanc
Meisterstück (Vintage Flat-Top / Safety style)
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Telescopic Piston Filler or Safety
Condition
Good vintage condition with surface wear and discoloration (oxidation of ebonite)
Estimated Value
$300 - $600 USD
Era
Vintage 1920s-1930s
Pen Specifications
Pen Type
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Telescopic Piston Filler or Safety
Body Material
Ebonite
Trim Material
Gold-Plated
Color / Pattern
Black with discolored olive-brown section (common ebonite aging)
Cap Type
Screw Cap
Clip Design
Clipless or clip missing, featuring a decorative Greek key band
Barrel Shape
Flat-Top / Tapered
Nib Details
Nib Material
14K Gold
Nib Size
Fine
Nib Type
Semi-Flex
Nib Condition
Good condition with visible engraving and functional tipping
Dimensions
Size / Dimensions
Approximately 125mm capped
Weight Estimate
Lightweight, approximately 15-20g
Heritage & Origin
Era / Period
Vintage 1920s-1930s
Country of Origin
Germany
Rarity
Rare
Condition & Value
Overall Condition
Good vintage condition with surface wear and discoloration (oxidation of ebonite)
Filling System Condition
Untested, likely requires new cork seals or restoration
Estimated Value
$300 - $600 USD
Special Features
Distinctive Greek key cap band design, early Montblanc logo branding on the nib
Ink Recommendations
Vintage-safe fountain pen inks such as Waterman Serenity Blue
Care Recommendations
Avoid harsh cleaning agents and prolonged exposure to direct sunlight to prevent further ebonite discoloration
Interesting Facts
Early Montblanc pens utilized hard rubber (ebonite) which naturally oxidizes to a greenish-brown color over decades if exposed to light
Overall Assessment
A remarkable piece of early writing instrument history representing Montblanc's foundational era before the standardization of modern piston fillers