Is this $35 pen really better than a Montblanc?
(Image credit: Scriveiner) Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Pinterest Flipboard Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter When it comes to beautiful pens, few are more iconic than the Montblanc Meisterstück.…
(Image credit: Scriveiner) Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Pinterest Flipboard Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter When it comes to beautiful pens, few are more iconic than the Montblanc Meisterstück. The pen celebrated its 100th birthday in 2024, and is synonymous with luxury craftsmanship and reliability. With a starting price of around $450, it isn't cheap. But what if you could enjoy a similar experience for less than tenth of the price?Scriveiner pens have been bestsellers on Amazon for a while now. Designed in London and running on a German-made Schmidt ink system, these fountain pens have are mainstays at the top of the ballpoint pens category.Get the Scriveiner Ballpoint Pen for $35 at AmazonBut perhaps the most notable thing here is how many of the customers reviews compare the pen with Montblanc's. "It looks every bit is nice as the finer pens like Montblanc, without the price tag." one reviewer says. Another adds, "I have a very expensive Montblanc, this is nicer and writes just as good."Latest Videos FromCreative BloqWatch full video here: Now, whether a $35 pen can 'write just as good' as a $450 Meisterstück is a question we'll have to leave to those who've tried both. But at $35, one is a lot easier to try than the other.Scriveiner Ballpoint PenA statement piece built for everyday use. Finished by hand, the pen has a luxurious weight, a sleek solid brass body and a beautiful lacquer colour, with exceptional writing comfort. It runs on a German-made Schmidt ink system with quick-drying, oil-based ink that writes on any surface, with a precise, effortless flow that rivals pens costing many times more. Designed in London and inspected twice before packing, each pen arrives in an elegant black gift box with a spare refill, microfibre cloth and a care card. Get the Creative Bloq NewsletterSign up to Creative Bloq's daily newsletter, which brings you the latest news and inspiration from the worlds of art, design and technology. Daniel JohnDesign EditorDaniel John is Design Editor at Creative Bloq. He reports on the worlds of design, branding and lifestyle tech, and has covered several industry events including Milan Design Week, OFFF Barcelona and Adobe Max in Los Angeles. He has interviewed leaders and designers at brands including Apple, Microsoft and Adobe. Daniel's debut book of short stories and poems was published in 2018, and his comedy newsletter is a Substack Bestseller. View More You must confirm your public display name before commenting Please logout and then login again, you will then be prompted to enter your display name. Logout LATEST ARTICLES 1 The WhiteFox jump-started the 65% mechanical keyboard craze, and right now there's $130 off 2 These 12 arty desk mats will transform your work space 3 Truxton Extreme (Switch 2) review: a 3D sequel that understands restraint 4 Which brands are still winning now the World Cup's over? 5 The backlash to Meta glasses has Apple spookedSource: Creative Bloq AI Art — Published — Category: Image AI