Montblanc
Heritage Collection 1912
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Piston Filler (Retractable Nib System)
Condition
Excellent
Estimated Value
$1,000 - $1,400 USD (secondary market)
Era
Modern Production (Launched circa 2013, now discontinued)
Pen Specifications
Pen Type
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Piston Filler (Retractable Nib System)
Body Material
Black Precious Resin
Trim Material
Platinum-Plated
Color / Pattern
Solid Black with White Montblanc Emblem under Transparent Resin Cap Top
Cap Type
Screw Cap
Clip Design
Art Deco-style sleek platinum-plated clip
Barrel Shape
Cylinder with flat ends and a knurled piston/nib extension knob
Nib Details
Nib Material
14K Gold with Rhodium Coating
Nib Size
Fine or Medium (likely Fine Based on visible tip)
Nib Type
Specially-engineered flexible spring nib with triangular breather hole
Nib Condition
Excellent; tine alignment appears straight with intact tipping
Dimensions
Size / Dimensions
Capped: 121mm; Uncapped (nib extended): 126mm; Diameter: 13mm
Weight Estimate
38-40 grams (significant weight due to complex internal metal mechanism)
Heritage & Origin
Era / Period
Modern Production (Launched circa 2013, now discontinued)
Country of Origin
Germany
Rarity
Uncommon (Discontinued and highly sought by collectors)
Condition & Value
Overall Condition
Excellent
Filling System Condition
Functional; requires two-stage rotation for nib extension and piston engagement
Estimated Value
$1,000 - $1,400 USD (secondary market)
Special Features
Two-stage screw mechanism: one stage extends/retracts the nib, the second stage operates the piston filling system.
Ink Recommendations
Montblanc Mystery Black or Royal Blue; any high-quality well-flowing pigment-free ink.
Care Recommendations
Do not force the knob; ensure the nib is fully retracted before capping to avoid damage.
Interesting Facts
This pen is a tribute to the early 20th-century 'Simplo' safety pens, replicating the retractable nib feel while using a modern piston system.
Overall Assessment
A masterpiece of modern engineering and vintage aesthetic, the Heritage 1912 is considered one of Montblanc's best modern releases due to its unique nib feel and sophisticated mechanism.