Montblanc
Pix / Mechanical Pencil (Vintage Hexagonal)
Mechanical Pencil
Filling System
Twist or Cap-actuated Mechanical Pencil mechanism
Condition
Good vintage condition with normal wear consistent with age
Estimated Value
$150 - $300 USD
Era
Vintage 1950s-1970s
Pen Specifications
Pen Type
Mechanical Pencil
Filling System
Twist or Cap-actuated Mechanical Pencil mechanism
Body Material
Metal / Lacquer
Trim Material
Matching Metal
Color / Pattern
Bronze / Gold-tone with Orange-Red Section
Cap Type
Not Applicable
Clip Design
Clip-less or integrated cap top design (appears to be a pocket safety pencil or lead holder)
Barrel Shape
Hexagonal
Nib Details
Nib Material
Not Applicable
Nib Size
Not Applicable
Nib Type
Not Applicable
Nib Condition
Not Applicable
Dimensions
Size / Dimensions
Approximately 120 mm length
Weight Estimate
Medium weight, balanced towards the center
Heritage & Origin
Era / Period
Vintage 1950s-1970s
Country of Origin
Germany
Rarity
Uncommon
Condition & Value
Overall Condition
Good vintage condition with normal wear consistent with age
Filling System Condition
Functionality requires manual inspection of the internal lead propulsion mechanism
Estimated Value
$150 - $300 USD
Special Features
Distinctive hexagonal barrel shape with contrasting orange-red lower section and vintage Montblanc script logo stamping
Ink Recommendations
Not Applicable
Care Recommendations
Store in a dry pen case, avoid harsh chemical polishes to preserve vintage finish and engravings
Interesting Facts
Montblanc is famous primarily for its luxury fountain pens like the Meisterstück, but they have a long history of producing high-end mechanical pencils and writing accessories under lines like Pix.
Overall Assessment
A charming and collectible vintage Montblanc writing instrument featuring a unique hexagonal geometry and bold two-tone color scheme.
User Notes
Montblanc