Montblanc

Montblanc pens and writing instruments are sought after by collectors around the world. The creation of Montblanc began in 1906 with a Hamburg banker, Alfred Nehemias, and a Berlin engineer named August Eberstein, who realised that it was time to design simplicissimus pens. It wasn't long until Wilhelm Dziambor, Christian Lausen and Claus Johannes Voss carried on the business, preparing the foundation that would be the internationally successful business 'Montblanc'. By 1908, Montblanc had its own headquarters in Hamburg, Germany and was officially registered as a company.

In 1910 Montblanc was registered as a trademark featuring the evolutionary fountain pen, but it wasn't until 1913 that the star was born (the famous Montblanc emblem). Their first design of the Simplo fountain pen was named the Rouge et Noir, which became very successful. The white star representing the snow-white peak of the highest European mountain, would now be presented on the top of every pen that the 'Simplo Filler Pen Co' would make. (The partner's business name before Montblanc, created in 1908.) The Montblanc snowcap emblem represents the brand's commitment to the highest quality and most talented craftsmanship.

The staple Montblanc Meisterstück fountain pen was created in 1924, and the iconic fountain pen soon became the epitome of luxury and style. (The word Meisterstück means masterpiece in English.) Towards the end of the 1920's, Montblanc was well known in over 60 different countries. In 1929, the Meisterstück fountain pen was engraved with 4810, which is the height of the Mont Blanc in metres. This number became a staple and many of Montblanc's Meisterstück fountain pens since then have been engraved with '4810'. Many of Montblanc's Limited Edition pen ranges have the Meisterstück shape, including Le Petit Prince, Great Masters, and Around the World in 80 Days. The following year in 1930, the Meisterstück pen was developed with the clip becoming a permanent feature on the Montblanc writing instrument.

In 1990, Montblanc opened its first stand-alone boutique since the 1920's, which was based in Hong Kong. Almost 300 Montblanc boutiques were then opened throughout that decade, with sales of fountain pens soaring, which Montblanc capitalised on by advertising extensively. In the 1930's, Montblanc has briefly branched out into luxury leather goods, which was then revisited in 1992 when Montblanc took over the German leather goods company Seeger, which then led them to offer pen holders, business card holder and other desk accessories alongside their writing instruments range.

During the 1990s as Montblanc were having great success with the products they currently offered, they started to expand into luggage, jewellery and watches, including cufflinks and money clips for men. In 2001, their first perfume for men was introduced as they partnered with Cosmopolitan Cosmetics/Intercosmetics Inc through a licensing agreement. The men's fragrance was called Presence, and a year later a women's fragrance was brought out, named Presence d'une Femme. This was a clever marketing tactic that could entice customers who came into the store for a luxury Montblanc pen maybe as a gift, and left with add-on items that were at a lower pricepoint.

Montblanc & Wheelers Luxury Gifts

Wheelers Luxury Gifts is the largest independent retailer of Montblanc pens, luggage, and luxury leather in the UK. Our Montblanc Boutique sits in our Wheelers Luxury Gifts store in Loughborough, Leicestershire, which is in the East Midlands, UK.

We carry a wide range of Montblanc pens including ballpoint pens, fountain pens, fineliner/rollerball pens and mechanical pencils. Featured are the various collections including Montblanc Meisterstück pens; StarWalker pens; Great Characters pens; Montblanc Muses; Etoile pens, and the PIX pen collections. There are limited and special editions featuring John F. Kennedy, Maria Callas, Marilyn Monroe, Muhammad Ali, and Alfred Hitchcock. All Montblanc pens and luxury leather items such as pen pouches, card holders and Montblanc wallets come with a two-year guarantee and certificate. We have an extensive range of refills featuring: Montblanc pen refills, fountain pen refills, rollerball pen refills, ballpoint pen refills, fineliner pen refills, and pencil refills with free UK delivery.

We stock a large range of Montblanc leather pieces for ladies and gentlemen featuring belts, bags (briefcases; laptop bags; messenger bags; travel bags, backpacks); luggage; wallets; travel accessories; purses; phone and tablet cases, from the following collections Meisterstück, NightFlight, #MY4810, Sartorial and Extreme 3.0 to name a few.

Our Montblanc jewellery collections for ladies and gentlemen feature cufflinks, tie clips, necklaces, bracelets, earrings, watches, keyrings, and money clips, featuring collections such as Meisterstück, Sartorial and Extreme 3.0.

If by chance you happen to be looking for a particular Montblanc item that we do not stock, please do not hesitate to get in contact and we will try our best to assist you. We pride ourselves on offering good, old-fashioned personal service and are always happy to help.

Montblanc Personalisation Services

We have in-house designers and engravers who will be able to personalise your chosen Montblanc item with an inscription. There is nothing more personal than a gift that has been thoughtfully personalised. Whether the inscription is on the cap of a writing instrument, the back of a pair of cufflinks, on a leather luggage tag or on the front of a leather messenger bag. We can usually engrave your chosen item within 24 hours and have it sent out to you for UK next working day delivery*. We can gift wrap your chosen Montblanc gift in luxury gift wrapping with a tag for free*, to make your gift extra special to complete the presentation.

*If the item is in stock, and you have ordered before 3pm, we can ship your parcel out to you for free with next working day delivery in the UK. This does not apply to weekend purchases.

*Free gift wrap does not apply to Montblanc stationery & refills. 

Montblanc & Corporate Gifting

Montblanc is a world leader in luxury fashion and is the perfect choice for corporate gifts. Whether it be retirement, long term service or company awards. There isn't a better brand which will produce higher quality craftsmanship. This makes Montblanc an ideal choice for hard-working employees.

We have a vast array of Montblanc products and can provide large quantities for corporate clients. With our in-house designer and engraving team, we can engrave bespoke text and your company logo onto your chosen product*

*Provided the chosen product can be engraved upon.

We are an Official Montblanc Stockist in England.

Visit our Wheelers Luxury Gifts store in Loughborough, Leicestershire, that features a huge array of Montblanc pens, jewellery and leather. We would love for you to come and see us, we are open 5 days a week, Monday to Friday 9 am - 5:30 pm. You may call 01509 266320 or contact us by email - [email protected]