StarWalker Ballpoint Pen, Midnight Black (M105657)

1) Outer box is high quality, in off white color, with all the two recycling marks. 2) Booklet is of great quality print, colors a vibrant and well centered, no print flaws. 3) Inner box is perfectly crafted, opens without loud clicking or popping, no blemishes, off white, high quality velvet inside, perfectly cut slit to berth the pen. 4) Pen has all the metal plated with Ruthenium, spring is attached to the body, treads are metal, clip has all the right markings, well defined and very nicely engraved, band has amazingly sharp MontBlanc name, has the serial number very sharply marked and on the band, and mostly important, the high quality resign shines its red hue in all parts of the pen. If this is a counterfeit, they should sell it to MontBlanc, because it is so good that a MontBlanc specialist could not spot one indication. It does NOT have a stamp on the booklet, but this is because those guys are NOT authorized dealers and therefore you will NOT have MontBlanc warranty.

I ordered this pen on line from Amazon based on reviews only. I had never actually seen one in person because it is so very difficult to find local Mont Blanc retailers in my area. I'll admit I was a little nervous about making such a grand purchase "sight unseen". Holding this pen in your hand proves that it is well worth the investment. Mont Blanc pens make a bold statement about the owner and has major "snob appeal" for those that are in the know about the price tag usually associated with Mont Blanc. My husband has three Mont Blanc pens and will not write with any other pen. He always has his at the ready. I have always liked his pens, but I'd never seen one that caught my eye enough to make me want to pay the higher price for the Mont Blanc line. That is, until I saw the Starwalker pen on line.... I then started to try and locate one in my area before making this level of commitment to a pen. I pondered the decision for a few weeks before I bit the bullet and made the purchase via Amazon. It's a trusted retailer, so I gave in and went for it. The color selection on the pen is stunning and it feels perfectly balanced in your hand. It has just the right amount of heft without being too heavy and is incredibly comfortable to write with. This is not a light weight pen. It has a substantual feel to it and it is larger than some of their other lines. The Starwalker is in a class well beyond anything available from Cross or other high end pen makers. Of course, it writes wonderfully---just as all Mont Blanc pens are designed to do. The black and gunmetal finsh are stylish and understated. This pen is classy and elegant and seems designed for the person who wants to be subtle with their "excess". It doesn't scream "Mont Blanc". This pen is one that you have to really look at to notice the elegant Mont Blanc touches. I can honestly say that I have ZERO regrets on this purchase and truly enjoy it for my everyday use. With the built out grip, I have greatly reduced the tired feeling in my hand at the end of the day. This pen is perfect in every way. If you are on the fence, go ahead and make the purchase. When you hold it, you will understand... :)

Amazing pen! the weight is balanced and perfect for writing for long periods and the colors in my opinion are much more modern and stylized than the older plain black model. It comes with a black ink cartridge while I would have preferred blue so I had to go to a showroom to change the cartridge. The only issue I had is that the warranty came not stamped, but I don't think this is related to reviewing the pen itself and that's why I didn't take away a star due to that.

I chose this line due to its reputation. I had bought a Waterman last time. My husband was very impressed when he opened this gift. He finds the weight of the pen, as he writes and holds it, very important The weight is just right, it feels substantial but comfortable. The shape keeps his fingers in place just above the bullet-shaped end. My husband remarked to me, a few days after using the pen, that the ink was fluid and dispels with no effort whatsoever. He finds this pen to be the best he has ever had, Better than the Waterman. He has always pressed hard when using a pen to make his writing ( he usually prints) legible and to compensate for his slight tremor. This is not necessary with this pen.The grip is secure and writes everytime, with notable ease. I must tell you that I am so pleased that I chose your company, to insure quality and function. My husband uses this pen for hours on a daily basis. I see him admiring this pen frequently. Thank you again for making this gift to my husband a treasure. Pamela Sargeant [email protected]

What is going on with Amazon lately? I buy a lot of stuff from Amazon, and I'm noticing more and more things either breaking, or showing up defective. This pen is a perfect example of that. In this review, I'm going to point out the good and the not good. As with all my reviews, this was purchased with my own money, this review is 100% unbiased. Pro's: - great price! This pen typically sells for $300 or more. - It's 100% genuine MontBlanc. - It's very comfortable to write with. Smooth as ice on glass. - It's a great looking pen. (personally, I love the Starwalker line). Cons: - The center trim ring on the grip (twist mechanism) is loose and rattles. It also shifts while I'm writing. Conclusion: My original review was long-winded and critical, so I've changed it. This is a great deal. Startwalker's average $279 and up everywhere else. If you're concerned about authenticity, fear not, this pen is 100% genuine, comes in a genuine box, but no warranty. About that...I believe these pens are rejected products and sold "as is", which would explain why there's no warranty. There's nothing wrong with this, as the flaws are minor: otherwise fully functioning pens. The only real gripe is the seller should include this info in their ad. Other than that, this is a good deal.

Nice enough pen. However, I have had the pen for 3 years now. About 2 months ago, I noticed that the barrel of the pen has a large crack at the top, just below the crystal. There is actually a piece that is split from the rest of the barrel. At this price point, I expect better quality. 2 year warranty. Disappointed. Very disappointed.

This Mont Blanc is not the typical showy and stodgy fancy pen. It has a contemporary linear design made of easy to grip special resin, their proprietary plastic that has a warm, soft feel but retains its hard and shiny finish. No other pen company matches this material. What really makes this pen special is the treatment of the metal trim, namely the clip, rings and ferule where the point comes out. These are not coated in shiny gold or platinum like other Mont Blanc pens. They are instead plated with Ruthenium. This renders the metal trim shiny but dark, somewhat difficult to describe but incredible in appearance. Personally, I don't like fancy pens that really look fancy and pricy. When the pen is in your pocket it does not stand out as a silver or gold shiny object, rather it is understated in your pocket and really, really eye catching when out in your hand or on the table. Low key but still a stand out, what a combination.

FAKE!!! Buyer beware. This is NOT an authentic Mont Blanc. Save your money and move on. Returning this immediately. This at first glance looks decent, then you pick it up and it feels like a cheap $5-$10 pen. The supposed real full price isn't even correct. This retails for $500. I have used several of these writing instruments, and each feels great in your hand and has a wonderful weight to it. Not this one. There is no certificate of authenticity or a stamp on the warranty, which means it is not valid. I am pretty certain that this is just an expensive fake. Better off going elsewhere with your hard earned money.