Rare 1930's Montblanc Pix #2 Mini Torpedo Clipless Hard Rubber Mechanical Pencil Item ID: MON-015

MONTBLANC No.2 PIX

Year of production: Early 1930's (1931-1933) 

Filling system: Leads 1.18mm 
Material: Hard rubber, brass front section (clipless)
Length (pen closed): Mini torpedo shape, "baby" size at only 97mm

Condition and information:
The pencil offered here is one first Montblanc Pix pencils made in early 30's. The serial number on the push button is "D.R.P. (Deutsche Reiche Patent) 556880". This is a very compact, mini size pencil at only 97mm in length and with the so called "clipless" design. The "2" model number is imprinted on the upper barrel. The mechanism is made out of brass and steel meant to function for decades, nearly 80 years after its manufacturing its still functioning perfectly, a tribute to Montblanc and German quality. The pencil is made out of vulcanized hard rubber body is very thick, the walls are 1.2mm thick, so it cannot crack or deform. This material also gives is a stunning vintage looks, and this material is becoming very popular again in pen production due to its near perfect properties. The hard rubber body is very thick, the walls are 1.2mm thick, so it cannot crack or deform. The lead reservoir can take up to 5 1.18 lead refills, and with a lead of this diameter it could be deployed as much as 3-5mm in front of the tip, thus it will provide an great viewing space without breaking the lead stick. The leads are the international standard of 1.18mm, still widely available and used today. Montblanc logo is located on top of the push button. These pencils are simply one of the best pencils ever made, unmatched even today. The pencil is in mint condition, perfectly preserved. All original Montblanc pencil bare the insignia PIX, and are considered one of the best pencils in the world.