The Gentleman Stationer contains paid advertising, affiliate links, and paidsponsored content (which will be plainly disclosed by a Disclaimer when featured).I avoided Starwalker pens for years because I didnt like the fact that they were cartridge-only, and had heard reports of temperamental fountain pen nibs (much like the M).Montblanc abandoned their traditional snowcap in favor of a floating emblem encased in clear acrylic, which for years looked a little funky to me but grew on me over time.
I still sometimes think of the Starwalker as the Montblanc pen for those who dont want a pen that looks like a Montblanc. The Starwalker is a larger pen, sitting between the Classique and the 146, but its still slender enough for me to characterize it as slim. The barrel-end is threaded, so if you want to post this pen you will have to thread the cap onto the back. ![]() Some find knurled metal uncomfortable regardless, but this section is very well done. The knurling isnt particularly sharp, and Ive had no issues using this pen for long periods of time, posted or unposted. The cap doesnt add a lot of weight when its posted, since its acrylic. As always, Montblanc fineliner and rollerball cartridges are of exceptional quality, if somewhat pricey. The Midnight Black edition features fairly pronounced knurling, but its not uncomfortable to use. Montblanc is also engraved around the top, just below the acrylic dome. It makes a great travel set, and I keep one pen loaded with a blue refill; the other red. Because the Starwalker is slightly heavier than the Classique, those bothered by metal sections or heavier pens might want to hold a Starwalker and write with it before purchasing. It appears that the Midnight Black version of the Starwalker is being phased out. Montblanc currently has them in stock via their website, so if you like the look of this particular edition Id grab it while you can. ![]() Pricing on all of these pens run around 400, so as with all Montblanc pens, its not a purchase to be made lightly. Note: You will sometimes see the Rollerball version of the Starwalker advertised as a fineliner, but theyre one and the same other than the refill that ships with the pen. Montblanc fineliner and rollerball refills use the same format and are interchangeable in all Montblanc rollerball or fineliner pens. I purchased the pen featured in this post with my own funds, for my own collection.
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