Montblanc Meisterstück No. 149 Fountain Pen

Transitional W.-Germany Era • Circa 1990–1991 • 18K Fine Nib • New Old Stock (NOS)

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History & Legacy

The Montblanc Meisterstück No. 149 is one of the most iconic fountain pens ever created. Introduced in the early 1950s, it has remained Montblanc’s flagship writing instrument and is recognized worldwide as the benchmark for luxury fountain pens.

This particular example belongs to the highly collectible Transitional W.-Germany production period and is believed to date to circa 1990–1991, shortly before and during German reunification.

Its combination of the “W.-Germany” engraving together with an engraved six-digit serial number (102048) identifies it as an early transitional example, a configuration highly sought after by collectors due to its relatively short production period.

Adding to its desirability, this pen still retains its original factory Fine (F) identification sticker, a feature rarely found on vintage Meisterstück 149 fountain pens.

Whether you’re an experienced collector or searching for a lifetime writing instrument, the Meisterstück 149 represents one of the finest fountain pens ever produced.

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Specifications

* Brand: Montblanc

* Model: Meisterstück No. 149

* Estimated Production: Circa 1990–1991

* Production Era: Transitional W.-Germany

* Serial Number: 102048

* Country of Manufacture: West Germany

* Filling System: Integrated Piston Filler

* Nib Material: Solid 18K (750) Bi-Color Gold

* Nib Engraving: 4810

* Nib Size: Fine (F)

* Body Material: Precious Black Resin

* Trim: Gold-Plated

* Cap: Screw-On

Approximate Dimensions

* Length (Closed): 149 mm (5.87”)

* Length (Posted): 164 mm (6.46”)

* Barrel Diameter: 15.5 mm

* Weight: Approximately 32 g

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Condition

This pen appears to be New Old Stock (NOS) and has been carefully preserved for many years.

It retains its original factory Fine (F) sticker, indicating the nib size, which is an increasingly desirable feature among collectors.

The piston filling mechanism operates smoothly.

The pen has not been polished, preserving its original finish.

Due to decades of careful storage and handling, the precious resin shows a few extremely light surface micro-scratches that are visible only under close inspection and certain lighting conditions. We have intentionally photographed these details as accurately as possible to provide complete transparency.

Overall, this is an outstanding collector-quality example that presents beautifully.

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Included

* Original Montblanc Meisterstück No. 149 Fountain Pen

* No original box

* No original paperwork

* No ink included

You will receive exactly the item shown in the photographs.

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Important Information

Please review all photographs carefully, as they are an important part of the description and accurately represent the item’s condition.

We strive to describe every item honestly and as accurately as possible. However, we are not professional pen restorers, Montblanc specialists, or certified appraisers. While we carefully inspect every item, we cannot guarantee that every minor detail or imperfection has been identified.

Please use both the photographs and the description as part of your evaluation before purchasing.

This pen is sold exactly as pictured.

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Shipping

Your purchase will be carefully packaged using protective materials and shipped fully insured with tracking to ensure it arrives safely.

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Thank you for visiting Times Captive. If you have any questions or would like additional photographs, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We sincerely appreciate your interest and look forward to earning your business.