Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2001/01/11

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Subject: [Leica] RE: Re: rabbits & MB's
From: Jim Brick <jim_brick@agilent.com>
Date: Thu, 11 Jan 2001 13:58:08 -0800

>
>Mont Blancs are over rated. They use glass in their resins to make them
>shiner.. the problem with that is if you drop it, it will shatter. Dupont
>uses finer metals and true chinese laquer for their pens. Just as shiny
>and MUCH more durable. (And in the same price range.)
>
>-Mark Cohen
> San Francisco, CA


I bought a fistful of Mont Blancs while I was working in Germany, many
years ago, when the dollar was strong and the Mark was weak. I carry three
in my pocket, fountain with OB nib, ball, and #9 pencil. I've nearly worn
them out as I use them constantly.

But I have NEVER dropped them.

Why would someone do that???   :)

I wouldn't buy a pen or a Leica based upon its resistance to being crashed
onto the floor. If that were true, I would never own an M6 as a moderate
bump will knock the vertical RF alignment.

I happen to like my M6's and Mont Blancs because of their looks, options
available, and performance. And yes, it is a matter of personal preference.

Oh No! That dreaded pen/watch/motorcycle thread!!!

Jim