Vincenzo - I do like your reviews. With four Mont Blancs acquired over forty years, I have to say I really like these Chinese pens, they are very competent indeed. I still send letters, although as often as not living in France I send them as PDFs, but as before an Englishman I top and tail and write in the day with a typed month and always have the recipients address at the bottom. So few people know how to do proper letters.
Very nice review; as always; Vincenzo. I like the etching on the nib. Here's hoping Majohn corrects some of the slighty irritating features of the pen and comes out with some more colors and/or resins. If they made this pen longer, corrected the posting issue and released some really attractive resins, they'd have a winner on their hands.
I'm considering purchasing a new fountain pen and have narrowed down my options to the Majohn P139, Wing Sung 630, and Admok M800. Could you please share your expert opinion on which of these models offers the best longevity, particularly when it comes to build quality and durability? I appreciate any insights you can provide to help guide my decision.
@@fountainpentherapy , it shows how far Moonman has come. It is time Jinhao comes out with their own piston filler. have you tried the V60 yet? I have the OMAS 360 Magnum and wondered how close the copy is. My only wish for the 360 would be a larger ink capacity.
@ I’m going to post the V60 review tomorrow. I’m reviewing the black gold trim and the yellow silver trim. For a comparison with the real thing doodle bud posted a review. He’s a lucky one like you who has a real one.
@@fountainpentherapy , I will be sure to see it. I was fortunate to buy mine shortly before OMAS shut down from a seller who had some NOS 360's. It was so much less than after thy were out of production.
Great video as always. As to the flare and the nib length forcing you to hold the pen farther up from where the tip meets the paper, I understand why it doesn't feel right to you. But I will point out that this can be a real advantage to left-handed writers, especially side writers, who need to "push" the pen. This can be done more smoothly by holding the pen at a lower angle, and this is made more comfortable if you can get comfortable with holding the pen higher up. This pen's design makes that feel more natural.
Thanks for the review and some more details about the P139. It's already on my list, as soon as prices are coming down to the normal level on that chinese platform, I'll pull the trigger. Chinese retail price tag is around 40 dollars, I saw an unboxing video from China and the guy claimed he paid 35 USD. Right now interested people should be very careful, as most dealers on other platforms are sold out on the #8 nibs and instead selling the P139 equipped with #6 nibs, but not stating that fact clearly. I'll wait until more sellers are going to offer the FP with a #8 nib.
I'm curious to see what pens in the future they put a no.8 nib on. Love that it's an ebonite feed too. I don't care for the looks of this style of pen though or the color personally, but it's a cool pen for sure.
I'll wait for another beautiful PSP Lotus pen that sings to me. Chinese pens remain a "No go." for me. But you had me for a little while... Keep swinging my friend! Thank you so much Vincenzo! Lisa
I just received my P139 a few days ago, and I love it. I went for the #6 nib, and I feel like it's a good fit for the length of the pen. Also, my piston nob, while not sticky, does require some decent positive force to turn, and I have had no problems accidently turning it while the pen is posted.
indeed . After i posted my review several viewers pointed this out. I showed the similarities in a subsequent weekly recap which I do every week. Thanks for sharing, always appreciated.
The sources I have found for the Majohn P139, so far, have only the #6 size nib. I will keep looking, but a word of caution -- some of the listings have mixed messages, indicating in one place the #8 nib but elsewhere saying it's #6, while the images definitely do not show the nib style that you show here. Thanks for the video.
The form factor is unfortunate, since the length & girth dictates a better fit with a #6 nib. They need to supersize this model before addung a #8 nib. Thanks for the insight.
A no 8 fountain pens roundup comparison review would be really nice. Good job with your reviews! How do you find this #8 Majohn nib in comparison with Hongdian A9 fine? Which one do you this is the best? Thank you! :)
I bought 3 P136 and they turned out to be of the lowest quality. The plastic is so brittle they cracked at the top of the barrel right where you hold the pen to fill it. Same problem with all 3 pens. I barely filled them 4 times. I hope that your 139 is much better quality.
Very good overview of this pen. I do like that MaJohn is offering a No. 8 nib. The style of the pen is very much Dolce Vita, but I am not a fan of orange. I am glad they are offering other colors. I am also glad the Asvine wrench will open the piston. As for the size of the nib, I did have an issue initially with where my fingers were placed with other No. 8 nibs from Wing Sung, Hong Dian and Jinhao but once you use it, it is a very comfortable feeling, so the flair should become less of an issue. Actually I found that my finger placement on pens with smaller nibs tend to be further away from the end of the grip section as I have become accustomed to the larger nibs. You may find the same.
No it doesn't. In my P139 copy the piston it is very tight, maybe glued inside the thick acrylic. The multi Asvine wrench fits the two holes but not strong enough in my case for unscrewing the mechanism. Clockwise as a RUclipsr from Shanghai who has succeeded says.
lets see if they come out with their own wrench for this P139. I have seen another review where the asvine wrench worked just fine. I guess its hit and miss.
@@fountainpentherapy Yes, I saw that, but it must have been a translation issue. Copper is much too soft to use for a piston mechanism, and in any case, you can see it’s copper by the yellow colour. Incidentally, how did you find one with an ebonite feed, as I’ve not seen that mentioned anywhere. Love the look of the pen, it’s a homage (copy) of the Montblanc Hemingway of course. Very nearly bought one once, wish I had.
8:44 LOL, that is me, thanks for watching. That is called "low ink refill". This is not new. Try on any of your Pelican M600/800, Sailor 21k, then you will witness this magic.
@@fountainpentherapy Hongdian is flooding with new affordable models. two new wood/ colours are just introduced to 1866. And a lot more throughout the rest of the year, e.g. the successor of Qin. And, just forget about PenBBS.
The white version looks nicer, it looks like shimmering ice.
Vincenzo - I do like your reviews. With four Mont Blancs acquired over forty years, I have to say I really like these Chinese pens, they are very competent indeed. I still send letters, although as often as not living in France I send them as PDFs, but as before an Englishman I top and tail and write in the day with a typed month and always have the recipients address at the bottom. So few people know how to do proper letters.
I agree it’s a lost art
Very nice review; as always; Vincenzo. I like the etching on the nib. Here's hoping Majohn corrects some of the slighty irritating features of the pen and comes out with some more colors and/or resins. If they made this pen longer, corrected the posting issue and released some really attractive resins, they'd have a winner on their hands.
I agree.
I'm considering purchasing a new fountain pen and have narrowed down my options to the Majohn P139, Wing Sung 630, and Admok M800. Could you please share your expert opinion on which of these models offers the best longevity, particularly when it comes to build quality and durability? I appreciate any insights you can provide to help guide my decision.
Thank you very much for the review!
Something to think about!
Thanks for watching!
I received my P139 today and it is as good as you say. It writes smoothly with great ink flow. Thanks for your review!
I am glad you are enjoying it!
@@fountainpentherapy , it shows how far Moonman has come. It is time Jinhao comes out with their own piston filler. have you tried the V60 yet? I have the OMAS 360 Magnum and wondered how close the copy is. My only wish for the 360 would be a larger ink capacity.
@ I’m going to post the V60 review tomorrow. I’m reviewing the black gold trim and the yellow silver trim. For a comparison with the real thing doodle bud posted a review. He’s a lucky one like you who has a real one.
@@fountainpentherapy , I will be sure to see it. I was fortunate to buy mine shortly before OMAS shut down from a seller who had some NOS 360's. It was so much less than after thy were out of production.
Great video as always. As to the flare and the nib length forcing you to hold the pen farther up from where the tip meets the paper, I understand why it doesn't feel right to you. But I will point out that this can be a real advantage to left-handed writers, especially side writers, who need to "push" the pen. This can be done more smoothly by holding the pen at a lower angle, and this is made more comfortable if you can get comfortable with holding the pen higher up. This pen's design makes that feel more natural.
Very interesting comment thanks for sharing that
Tq for a well review on a handsome pen✍️🤠
My pleasure 😊
Thanks for the review and some more details about the P139.
It's already on my list, as soon as prices are coming down to the normal level on that chinese platform, I'll pull the trigger.
Chinese retail price tag is around 40 dollars, I saw an unboxing video from China and the guy claimed he paid 35 USD.
Right now interested people should be very careful, as most dealers on other platforms are sold out on the #8 nibs and instead selling the P139 equipped with #6 nibs, but not stating that fact clearly. I'll wait until more sellers are going to offer the FP with a #8 nib.
Thanks for sharing
Thanks for this review, Vincent! I bought a Jinhao Tiandao 1935 immediately after watching your review of it. I love it! Fabulous pen! Thanks again!
Great to hear!
I'm curious to see what pens in the future they put a no.8 nib on. Love that it's an ebonite feed too. I don't care for the looks of this style of pen though or the color personally, but it's a cool pen for sure.
Thanks for sharing
Thank you for the wonderful review. I just ordered myself the same pen in M.
I'll wait for another beautiful PSP Lotus pen that sings to me. Chinese pens remain a "No go." for me. But you had me for a little while...
Keep swinging my friend!
Thank you so much Vincenzo!
Lisa
thanks for sharing
i ust received mine . like it a lot. But i have doubts on the feed being ebonite
I just received my P139 a few days ago, and I love it. I went for the #6 nib, and I feel like it's a good fit for the length of the pen. Also, my piston nob, while not sticky, does require some decent positive force to turn, and I have had no problems accidently turning it while the pen is posted.
I am glad you are enjoying that pen.
its a Montblanc 139/Hemingway homage. They did the clip right.
indeed . After i posted my review several viewers pointed this out. I showed the similarities in a subsequent weekly recap which I do every week. Thanks for sharing, always appreciated.
The sources I have found for the Majohn P139, so far, have only the #6 size nib. I will keep looking, but a word of caution -- some of the listings have mixed messages, indicating in one place the #8 nib but elsewhere saying it's #6, while the images definitely do not show the nib style that you show here. Thanks for the video.
In recent advertising on AliExpress and Etsy, I’ve seen the number eight nib being offered for sometime it was out of stock, but now it’s back
The form factor is unfortunate, since the length & girth dictates a better fit with a #6 nib. They need to supersize this model before addung a #8 nib. Thanks for the insight.
I agree.
A no 8 fountain pens roundup comparison review would be really nice. Good job with your reviews! How do you find this #8 Majohn nib in comparison with Hongdian A9 fine? Which one do you this is the best? Thank you! :)
The comparison is Coming soon! As to the two NO 8, i really like the Majohn
@@fountainpentherapy thank you so much Vincenzo! 🙏
Great video. Thank you
RS. Canada
Thanks for watching!
Grazie!
I bought 3 P136 and they turned out to be of the lowest quality. The plastic is so brittle they cracked at the top of the barrel right where you hold the pen to fill it. Same problem with all 3 pens. I barely filled them 4 times. I hope that your 139 is much better quality.
With these Chinese pens, it is sometimes hit and miss; mine has worked out for me just fine
@@fountainpentherapythis is awesome.
Very good overview of this pen. I do like that MaJohn is offering a No. 8 nib. The style of the pen is very much Dolce Vita, but I am not a fan of orange. I am glad they are offering other colors.
I am also glad the Asvine wrench will open the piston. As for the size of the nib, I did have an issue initially with where my fingers were placed with other No. 8 nibs from Wing Sung, Hong Dian and Jinhao but once you use it, it is a very comfortable feeling, so the flair should become less of an issue. Actually I found that my finger placement on pens with smaller nibs tend to be further away from the end of the grip section as I have become accustomed to the larger nibs. You may find the same.
I could not open the piston. I have bent two Asvine wrenches.
@@MateuMatheu I wonder if the P136 wrench would fit.
No it doesn't. In my P139 copy the piston it is very tight, maybe glued inside the thick acrylic. The multi Asvine wrench fits the two holes but not strong enough in my case for unscrewing the mechanism. Clockwise as a RUclipsr from Shanghai who has succeeded says.
lets see if they come out with their own wrench for this P139. I have seen another review where the asvine wrench worked just fine. I guess its hit and miss.
Left hand threads on the piston removal. It's righty loosy , I suppose so that one doesn't turn the unit out of the barrel while inking?
I think you’ll find the internal components are made of brass, not copper.
Copper is what is advertised but I agree with you.
@@fountainpentherapy Yes, I saw that, but it must have been a translation issue. Copper is much too soft to use for a piston mechanism, and in any case, you can see it’s copper by the yellow colour. Incidentally, how did you find one with an ebonite feed, as I’ve not seen that mentioned anywhere. Love the look of the pen, it’s a homage (copy) of the Montblanc Hemingway of course. Very nearly bought one once, wish I had.
8:44 LOL, that is me, thanks for watching. That is called "low ink refill". This is not new. Try on any of your Pelican M600/800, Sailor 21k, then you will witness this magic.
You have first hand news on Chinese pen makers. Do you know what is going on with Hongdian^ Like Penbbs they have suddenly stopped making new pens.
@@fountainpentherapy Hongdian is flooding with new affordable models. two new wood/ colours are just introduced to 1866. And a lot more throughout the rest of the year, e.g. the successor of Qin. And, just forget about PenBBS.
Please keep us informed. Its always good to have info on Chinese pens. I am a fan of your channel. Keep up the the good work.
Hello.can u tell me pls where did u buy this pen?cant find it but only 6 # nibs
Its out of stock for now
Just saw it on the Etsy site and it looks like its back in stock. Go quickly before they run out again.
tinyurl.com/yu6au26z
Hello Vincenzo!
Lisa
Hello!
Buenas tardes Vicente.
Soy un seguidor de su canal, es para recordarle, que sigue sin saludar en español.
Un saludo.
The pen is a knockoff Montblanc Hemingway. The colors, the shape of the pen and the clip.
Yes indeed. I mentioned that in my last video. The dolce vita comparison is not as good as the Hemingway .