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WatchForLife · 18 February 2010, 01:40 AM

I am looking for advice from the experienced MB users. Yesterday I got BP Meisterstuck classique platinum line for present from my wife. I have been looking for Meisterstuck pen for a while but never really touched it. Now that I have the classique it looks and feels a little small. Went to AD today to test a Legrand. It looked much bigger, had more presence, felt good. I have average size hands.
The question is which one is the most popular pen among men, Legrand or classique? Which one is for everyday use? Is Legrand just for the show?

Lion · 18 February 2010, 01:56 AM

I think it just depends on what you like and will use. I'm sure the veteran fountain pens veterans will give you sound advice(which ones are cartridge fill/converter or both). I happen to like the smaller and medium size pens and own and use a A. F. Chopin MontBlanc FP and a MontBlanc Meisterstuck Doue Silver Barley FP.....

Browining · 18 February 2010, 02:05 AM

I have both sizes and prefer the larger Legrand size. My hand is probably of average size and feels a little cramped using the classique. The Legrand allows me to have a looser grip on the pen.

Browning

WatchForLife · 18 February 2010, 05:45 AM

Can I have more comments please. Ball point Legrand or Classique ?
- Everyday use
- Average size hands

Numismatist · 19 February 2010, 06:06 AM

I just bought a Meisterstuck Classique in black/gold. Pix later.

It's a small pen by comparison to the other MBs, but I find it to be perfect for quick note taking ala post-its and things. It does not strike me as too small at all.

Solidly built (as to be expected from MB).

WatchForLife · 19 February 2010, 07:27 AM

Ended up taking the Classique back and got Legrand instead. Both sizes are are very nice. For me this is the one and only MB purchase (i hope) and Legrand feels right in the hand; more stable and creates less stress on hand/fingers (guess my grip to pens could be more relaxed). I am sure Classique would have been a great pen as well but, with eyes closed, i could not feel the difference between the Classique and any other pen i have. With Legrand, you feel the difference. Time will tell how i like it in the long run, but right now, i feel i made the right choice.

Numismatist · 19 February 2010, 08:34 AM

Excellent! Show us pix!

CL65AMG · 19 February 2010, 10:29 AM

I prefer the Legrand...

Bisquitlips · 19 February 2010, 10:52 AM

The 146 is my preferred size. That is the Le Grande.

It is one of the more perfected sizes by MB IMO.

R S · 19 February 2010, 11:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bisquitlips

The 146 is my preferred size. That is the Le Grande.

It is one of the more perfected sizes by MB IMO.

x2

WatchForLife · 19 February 2010, 07:09 PM

Posted pictures on a new thread.

18 February 2010, 01:40 AM	#1
WatchForLife Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Timo Location: Helsinki Watch: 116710LN Posts: 59	Quick advice on size needed: MB Legrand or classique I am looking for advice from the experienced MB users. Yesterday I got BP Meisterstuck classique platinum line for present from my wife. I have been looking for Meisterstuck pen for a while but never really touched it. Now that I have the classique it looks and feels a little small. Went to AD today to test a Legrand. It looked much bigger, had more presence, felt good. I have average size hands. The question is which one is the most popular pen among men, Legrand or classique? Which one is for everyday use? Is Legrand just for the show?

18 February 2010, 01:56 AM	#2
Lion "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Leo Location: Midwest Watch: GMT-II 16710 PEPSI Posts: 21,461	I think it just depends on what you like and will use. I'm sure the veteran fountain pens veterans will give you sound advice(which ones are cartridge fill/converter or both). I happen to like the smaller and medium size pens and own and use a A. F. Chopin MontBlanc FP and a MontBlanc Meisterstuck Doue Silver Barley FP..... __________________ SS GMT-II 16710 PEPSI(Z-serial#) THE ONLY DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MEN AND BOYS IS THE PRICE OF THE TOYS!!! MontBlanc Meisterstuck Doue Silver Barley MontBlanc Meisterstuck Solitaire Doue Signum Proud Card Carrying Member of the Curmudgeons.....Yikes!!!

19 February 2010, 06:06 AM	#5
Numismatist "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Chris Location: Camden ME & STT Watch: 116600 Posts: 6,350	I just bought a Meisterstuck Classique in black/gold. Pix later. It's a small pen by comparison to the other MBs, but I find it to be perfect for quick note taking ala post-its and things. It does not strike me as too small at all. Solidly built (as to be expected from MB). __________________ Rolex 116600 Sea-dweller Montblanc Solitaire Doué Black & White Legrand FP Montblanc Solitaire Doué Black & White RB Montblanc Meisterstück Diamond Mozart BP Montblanc Meisterstück Mozart BP

19 February 2010, 08:34 AM	#7
Numismatist "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Chris Location: Camden ME & STT Watch: 116600 Posts: 6,350	Excellent! Show us pix! __________________ Rolex 116600 Sea-dweller Montblanc Solitaire Doué Black & White Legrand FP Montblanc Solitaire Doué Black & White RB Montblanc Meisterstück Diamond Mozart BP Montblanc Meisterstück Mozart BP

19 February 2010, 10:52 AM	#9
Bisquitlips 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Richard Location: USA Watch: YM Deep Space Posts: 12,527	The 146 is my preferred size. That is the Le Grande. It is one of the more perfected sizes by MB IMO. __________________ Rolex Yacht-Master 40mm (SS-YG / Deep Space MOP) 16623 Breitling Aerospace Titanium / 18K with UTC. Omega Speedmaster 3510.50 Oris TT1 Pro Diver Regulator 43MM

18 February 2010, 02:05 AM	#3
Browining "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: San Diego Posts: 258	I have both sizes and prefer the larger Legrand size. My hand is probably of average size and feels a little cramped using the classique. The Legrand allows me to have a looser grip on the pen. Browning

18 February 2010, 05:45 AM	#4
WatchForLife Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Timo Location: Helsinki Watch: 116710LN Posts: 59	Can I have more comments please. Ball point Legrand or Classique ? - Everyday use - Average size hands

19 February 2010, 07:27 AM	#6
WatchForLife Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Timo Location: Helsinki Watch: 116710LN Posts: 59	Ended up taking the Classique back and got Legrand instead. Both sizes are are very nice. For me this is the one and only MB purchase (i hope) and Legrand feels right in the hand; more stable and creates less stress on hand/fingers (guess my grip to pens could be more relaxed). I am sure Classique would have been a great pen as well but, with eyes closed, i could not feel the difference between the Classique and any other pen i have. With Legrand, you feel the difference. Time will tell how i like it in the long run, but right now, i feel i made the right choice.

19 February 2010, 10:29 AM	#8
CL65AMG "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Andrew Location: Kentucky Watch: Any Rolex Posts: 1,102	I prefer the Legrand...

19 February 2010, 07:09 PM	#11
WatchForLife Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Timo Location: Helsinki Watch: 116710LN Posts: 59	Posted pictures on a new thread.

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