NOS New 1960s MONTBLANC No.12 & No.16 Pix Masterpiece Meisterstuck Black Resin 18K 750 Gold Flex EF Nib Fountain Pen & Mechanical Pencil Set in Box Item ID: MON-117

MONTBLANC No.12 & No.16 Masterpiece Set

Manufacturer/Model: Montblanc Germany/ No.12 & 16 Set
Year of production: 1960s
Filling system: FP: Piston filling; MP: 1.17mm Leads (8x5cm leads included) 
Nib: Solid 18K 750 gold; EF Extra Fine - Semi flexible, writes up to B broad 
Material: Black Resin, Mirror like finish; Gold Filled Trimmings
Length (pen closed): FP: 130mm; posted at 143mm; MP: 132mm

Condition and information:
This can easily be one of the most beautiful Montblanc pens of the 60s. The model 12 is one of the flagship Montblanc pens at the time. These pens were launched to replace the older 3xx and 2xx series and were completely new approach by Montblanc, both technologically with new materials and complete mechanical solutions and redesign compared to its predecessors. Montblanc was offering a lifetime warranty on these pens. The No.12 pen model is based on the famous model 22, one of the most complex Montblanc pens with approximately 20 parts making the pen. However the similarities end there, the 12 is a high-end pen, a pen deserving the "1" as a first number, which was given only to the Meisterstuck/Masterpiece pens. It features a highest grade Precious Black Resin and a thick gold filled trimmings. The cap ring is unique, cardinal hat shaped, gold filled and giving the pen amazing look. Due to its enormous width it prevents cracks on the cap; hence we've never seen a Montblanc 12/14 with cracked cap due to this very wide ring/band. Another ring is located on the turning knob, and besides the aesthetics, it also doubles as crack protection to the turning knob. The pen is near perfectly balanced, feels solid and nice posted or not. The Black Resin with its mirror like finish shines and it's difficult to scratch, it looks as the pen was made just recently rather than many decades ago. Amazing amber like yellow ink window over the blue piston shaft gives out an amazing color blend, besides providing easy ink level readout. Very precise slip-on cap for fast deployment and secure closure "Aeromatic" as Montblanc calls it, which means its a pressure tight and won't leak on planes or other various pressure environments. These were one of the first pens not to feature a breathing hole on the cap, i.e. keeping the nib airthigh, not allowing it to dry, keeping the moisture inside the cap. This was only possible with the new anti corrosion materials and most importantly the silicone socket inside the cap that allowed for a perfect fit section/nib unit on cap. In addition the cap has a very nice and distinct "click" sound when opening or closing the pen. The front section is easily removable to expose both the barrel and the entire nib unit, so it's very easy and convenient to clean and maintain. The pen features a stunning smooth 18K 750 solid gold EF extra fine nib, with No."12" model number imprint on its face. The nib is smooth on the paper, it is also semi-flexible; it produces wonderful writing with line variation up to B broad. Montblanc signature stars are located both on the cap and turning knob. The piston is smooth, with its original silicone cork and takes considerable amount of ink.

The fountain pen is accompanied by No.16 Pix mechanical pencil, also the complete redesign of the precious era pencils. Made with the same attention to detail, a true Masterpiece on its own, with amazing craftsmanship made to last a lifetime. The entire inside of the pencil is made out of metal. It is a very precise push button, with precise lead deployment. It its heavy due to its metal mechanism, and it feels solid and nice in the hand.

The set comes in its original box and instructions, never used as it was made 50+ years ago, a true time capsule ready to be used, new condition!
The Montblanc ad on the last picture probably says it best:

"MONTBLANC is one of the finest pens you can give or own. Regardless of price, the MONTBLANC possesses an air of elegance, of classic beauty, of impeccable good taste. Long known as Europe's leading fountain pen, the MONTBLANC has superb craftsmanship ... unbelievably smooth writing action ... perfect balance. Its point is 14 or 18 karat gold. Its giant ink capacity is due to an ingenious filling system. It is proclaimed by many pen experts here and abroad to be the finest fountain pen ever designed. Aeromatic-ink control permits safe use while flying. You will treasure it as a personal possession of value and distinction, something you will be proud to own and use."