Majohn P139 Fountain Pen Review -- Surprising!

[@ArthurPhillip7]

To all the people who comment on the counterfeiting of designs of Chinese pens, I actually have the opposite view. I think it is good for legacy brands and the fountain pen industry as a whole. i think these pens are "expanding" the market for fountain pens, at an accessible price point for people to get into fountain pens without the price barrier. We gotta remember most people are coming from $5 dollar pens. To then expect them to pay $500-$1000 for a "legacy brand" name pen is crazy. The goal is to expand the market. Once people get these pens and see that they like the experience fountain pens provide, then I believe they see the value in jumping up a tier to your Pilots, MBs etc. so although counterintuitive, I believe that these pens are actually better for the big brands instead of taking profit away. Just my view. This was exactly how my journey went and I now have 7 Montblancs and 7 Pilots which I would have never have bought if I didn't try a cheaper fountain pen initially.

[@Shak-MD]

I started with a Jinhao 159 ....the rest is history.

[@HaveAGoodHeart]

Design patents only last 15 years .. at least it's the case for some countries

[@totallylegit2068]

this isnt a counterfeit

[@deandesrosiers6857]

I think you are spot on with this comment.

[@jeffreyclayman6922]

Great review as always. Such a treat to be able to watch your reviews and your eclectic collection of grail pens and inexpensive Chinese pens as well. Your experience with high end pens lends credibility to your reviews and opinions on cheaper pens. Hope they expand this model to some more premium acrylics as in their M800 model.

[@Shak-MD]

Thank you kindly! I also hope they can improve on this. I think they can probably make it a bit longer, especially the grip section. I can see some people disliking the grip length - lol ;) --- That kind'a sounded like Quagmire.

[@texasmom8827]

Great review. I think anyone who can afford the higher priced pens will buy them. At the same time, it's wonderful that people who are on tighter budgets have the opportunity to enjoy a similar pen that will bring them joy. A win win for all.

[@Shak-MD]

I am 💯 absolutely with you. This pen feels much more substantial than the price would suggest...

[@texasmom8827]

@@Shak-MD Oddly enough I was looking at this pen this morning on alliexpress, but the 8 nib isn't available. Going to have to stalk them as you did. Really glad I found your review.

[@Shak-MD]

@texasmom8827 Thanks! That's what I did. 😀 a good friend of this channel tipped me to in stock status 😀 . That is some illuminati stuff right there 😀. He gets free Illuminati status for life 😀. 👏

[@texasmom8827]

@@Shak-MD You're so dramatic. Love it. I've subscribed and will be watching your other content. Thanks again.

[@Shak-MD]

Thanks! I hope you like the videos. I am working on some interesting videos, on my off times :)

[@SimplyAubs]

This was a FANTASTIC video! Thanks for showing us how they write and even putting a Montblanc Nib on there...and USING it!!! Such a WEALTH of knowledge!!! Thanks for sharing with us!!! Cheers!

[@Shak-MD]

My pleasure! Thank you for watching :)

[@ArthurPhillip7]

Great review, always loaded with the info we want. Whoever told you they were back in stock was probably a pretty cool guy😂 Glad I got both of them before you caused a run in the market on them! Keep up the great content.

[@Shak-MD]

Thank you! Yes. He is a very cool guy, 😎. WE know 😀. Thanks for the heads up.

[@teresaharris-travelbybooks5564]

Great review Shak. This pen is attracting a lot of attention. I see it as a way of having a bit of the Delta DV Oversize, without the high price.

[@fossilimprint2954]

My my, China is catching up fast. I still remember when "made in Japan" was laughed at, now look at how things have changed.

[@AtilioEscobar]

Props on the review Shak. I almost forgot about this pen until now. I immediately sped over to Ali Express and scooped me up a white #8 in a fine nib. Hyped!

[@Shak-MD]

I hope you got it by now. Awesome pens!

[@AtilioEscobar]

@@Shak-MD Absolutely! I've had it for a couple weeks now, and I love it. The white sparkle material is mesmerizing and the nib writes quite wet. Now, to find a Montblanc, 149 nib unit at a 'reasonable' price! Ha.

[@dimitridiakovasiliou2453]

Very nice review Shak. I enjoyed the writing experience so much. I could feel the slight difference in your writing with the Pilot CU and the Montblanc 149 nib but as you explained so well they seem about equal. I really wonder about the comparison to the Hemingway how it might be similar but I think -OR- at least I hope it is not similar to the vintage Montblanc 139 with the ebonite feed. Nonetheless you are really tempting me on this one … my resistance may be futile but it’s that CLIP that drives me crazy!!! I love that clip so much. I appreciate your time and effort on this and please keep us informed on your pen thoughts and experiences, very enlightening.

[@Shak-MD]

Thank you Dimitri! I am going to Orlando show this year, and will have an eye for some of those exciting pens :)

[@Plhmel561]

The P139 is on my list. My favorite in the Jinhao 90xx line is the 9013. I have two and they are very good writers, right up there with pens that cost 50 times as much. I have many expensive pens and they're great writers, but these Chinese fountain pens are what will be kwwping the fountain pen hobby alive because more people can afford them and they are, for the most part, good pens.

[@Shak-MD]

I completely agree. I think the 9016 is the perfect size for most people. I have yet to try 9013. 9019 is great, but a bit large for most.

[@waswas1717]

You mentioned in a couple of your videos that you did grind some of your fountain pen nibs to get finer lines. Is it possible to show us how you did that. I have a couple of pens that I would like to do that to. Much appreciated, have a nice day.

[@Shak-MD]

I am working on a detailed video on how to grind a nib. Thanks..

[@Guairenito]

I was very impressed and surprised on how good the Extra Fine A1 writes, I recently got one and that pen writes so well, it is a really nice pen, and you can’t beat it for the price. Another thing, I also got the A1 with the intention of putting a Pilot VP nib in it but I really like how the Majohn nib writes that I decided to keep it with its original nib.

[@Shak-MD]

I agree on all accounts. They are made very well. I have a pilot ef in my majohn. I also have VP pens, but A2 is metalic and feels more solid in hand.

[@Guairenito]

@@Shak-MD You just made me purchase a P139 in White white with a Fine nib 🙈😂😂

[@Shak-MD]

@@Guairenito 🤩 You'll love it!

[@andreimj]

Thank you for the tip. I missed the first batch, and I thought it's never coming back. I over paid a bit at etsy coming at 73£ but I didn't have time to find a better deal. Some of the options were already sold out :( so I got the white in fine size 8. Thank God I got some money saved.

[@Shak-MD]

Awesome! You'll love it!

[@MissMarilynDarling]

How exciting I like how it has some great line variation Thanks for sharing

[@Shak-MD]

Thank you MMD. This is a great pen for the price. I am tempted to grind it down a bit though :) :D

[@michaelbradley6488]

That nib looks a bit on the dry side, easy to adjust. The pen is attractive. Thanks for the review. I just gave a coworker a Delta Dolce Vita, but I am hanging onto My Dolce Vita Oro which is quite attractive and a bit similar to the pen you are reviewing. Nice job squeezing out some line variation.

[@Shak-MD]

Thank you, my friend. This pen resembles so many great ones. I would love to have a DV one day, maybe I'll pick one up in Orlando show. The nib may appear drier side. I think the ink has to do with that -both inks are drier. I do like thinner lines :) The MB nib is wetter, despite EEF.

[@michael-outdoors]

Hi Shak, regarding the school starting season: if someone starts to write with a pen, I would recommend looking at a Lamy Safari, because from my point of view it has a grip section to guide the beginner to grip this pen at the right angle, which can be of advantage. Greetings from Germany, Michael

[@Shak-MD]

I absolutely agree with you that for beginners a Lamy Safari or even Preppy would be good choices. I guess I was pre-occupied with people who already have their hands inky, and completely forgot about beginners :) I have one at home, loves Kaweco sport. Cheers Michael!

[@michael-outdoors]

@@Shak-MD And a suggestion for a video, as I have seen you writing with a very nice looking and very readable way: maybe the content: # a good was to start nice looking writing: pen, holding of pen (like Lamy Safari), paper (I noticed you are using the Séyès lining, which was not familiar to me living in Germany), and adding maybe information how to learn to write "expressive" letters and words. Best regards, Michael

[@shane6242]

Good review Shak! I have both of these and love them. I agree with you that they write so well I haven't messed with swapping in other #8s. Originally I wanted to try my Bock #8 titanium in it but why mess with a good thing?

[@Shak-MD]

Absolutely!

[@ShaneMoore-w2k]

I bought the 139 in white with the extra fine nib - it's arriving today. 🎉

[@Shak-MD]

Statistically, you will love it!

[@saurabhbhardwaj6753]

Hi, I have recently started to follow your channel and going back to my passion for writing with fountain pens. Could you please share a bit about the paper you are using? Or alternatives for it. Cheers!

[@Shak-MD]

Hi. Thank you for watching. This paper is Clairefontaine 90 gram/meter squared Séyès ruled paper.

[@paulmchugh1430]

Thank you for the review. I am waiting for mine to arrive. I was told by the seller the #8 nib is only available in Fine and Medium. I usually get Extra Fine like you but I am hoping the line is narrow enough for my handwriting. But it seems the line is narrow enough to be acceptable. I like the line variation. I was told there was a delay due to a shortage of feeds. I was told the feed is made from ebonite. One question, does the cap post? The barrel seems to be a bit short.

[@Shak-MD]

Thanks! I will grind mine down to EEF ...maybe 0.3 mm. Maybe I should make a video of that. 😀

[@paulmchugh1430]

​@@Shak-MDdoes the cap post?

[@Shak-MD]

​@paulmchugh1430 22:00 . Yes. It does. You can see at 22 min mark

[@paulmchugh1430]

@@Shak-MD Thank you. I did stop watching shortly after you mentioned that the nib performs well. I will have to watch to the end.

[@hamana2011]

By the way Great job on the sound it is perfect and the background music too 👍

[@Shak-MD]

Thank you very much! Nice to hear the sound more clearly :)

[@itsgoingtobeok-justbreathe4808]

I think I prefer the Majohn nib to the custom Mont Blanc one!

[@Shak-MD]

We have the same impression. I also thought the Majohn nib is very worthy nib. Simply amazing, for what it costs! Thanks for watching :)

[@itsgoingtobeok-justbreathe4808]

Do you mind sharing which seller you purchased from on Ali? I know they vary greatly in reliabillity. Thanks for the great review!

[@Shak-MD]

Lusfer Store This is the link I went to : www.aliexpress.us/item/3256806718549224.html?pdp_npi=4%40dis%21USD%21US%20%2448.55%21US%20%2433.98%21%21%2148.55%2133.98%21%402101ef7017267267789961588e971e%2112000038672447804%21sh%21US%213868194561%21X&spm=a2g0o.store_pc_allItems_or_groupList.new_all_items_2007615348499.1005006904863976&gatewayAdapt=glo2usa

[@Lucan1n1]

Thanks for the thorough video 👍 Which internet shop would you say is best to order Majohn from ? Amazon, Etsy ??

[@Shak-MD]

Thank you! I got it from Ali express. Not fast shipping, but easy buying.

[@stephen_hynes]

I have watched a couple of your reviews, nice style and naturally unfolding thoughts. One comment, to my thinking, the music is not necessary and has a bit of a soporific effect. I would much prefer just your voice and whatever background that happens to be there.

[@Shak-MD]

Thank you for the feedback. I will try that... or maybe music only to fill the silence.

[@hamana2011]

That inside insert was always included in the moonman brand of pens which I believe are made in the same place Thanks for the review great looking pen.

[@Shak-MD]

I should order some spare ones, they are awesome.

[@moushou777]

Hi from Canada! Are these a better purchase than the Asvine Titanium Rhodium vac filler? Curious as I’m kind of “exhausted” trying, purchasing and testing new pens, I’ve been following your FB posts and your nibs swatching sweeping in those which I’m kind of curious and would love your knowledgeable expertise and feedback if you would mind sharing please.

[@Shak-MD]

Hellow fellow Canadian. These pens are better writers in my experience. Asvine V200 is a great pen. There are more nibs available for the asvine. I personally prefer the writing experience of these out of the box. Beware these pens are quite a bit fatter, which may change one's decision.

[@BILLHENRY239]

Thanks!

[@Shak-MD]

Welcome!

[@BILLHENRY239]

@@Shak-MD I had been searching for this pen with a #8 nib for awhile. I just ordered this pen & will add it to my collection of #8 nib pens.

[@darkoz1692]

I think the Majohn fine nib writes nicer than the Montblanc EF nib Everything about this pen is impressive, it's one of my favourites.

[@Shak-MD]

My friend, I have a hard time arguing to the contrary . The 149 EF is their best variation of the 149 IMO, and hard to beat. But the EF of 149 on p139 did not feel as good. As I noted in the video, I really have little reason to swap that awesome nib.

[@hmjeon8609]

Is the cap made of metal or plastic?

[@Shak-MD]

Plastic.

[@hmjeon8609]

@Shak-MD Thank you.

[@jeremiahkarlsson1]

Can you put a Jinhao #8 nib into it? Are there more cheap #8 nibs to swap between?

[@Shak-MD]

Hi. I am not aware of other good nibs to put in. Jinhao 1935 nib can be put in, but is inferior to the Majohn nib. MB 149 nib fits. I think Wingsung #8 should also fit.

[@jeremiahkarlsson1]

@@Shak-MD thank you! Is the Jinhao-nib you mentioned the same as the one in the Jinhao 9019?

[@Shak-MD]

No, that is Jinhao 1935, the nib seems a bit larger to my eye.

[@CatherineC.2123]

I just purchased this pen, and it is very dry. Can I safely remove the nib to floss it with a brass sheet?

[@Shak-MD]

Yes. Just pull out holding with a soft material. Safe to do. .

[@lhenzbujo1170]

Is it P139 or P136? At the end of the video I keep hearing P136 and you also wrote P136?

[@Shak-MD]

I meant P139 :) I did apologize in the description about that. I have been dealing with the Ti136 so much lately. That is the next very exciting Majohn. Super exciting. :)

[@lhenzbujo1170]

@@Shak-MD I see it now. Sorry, I didn't noticed the description. I ordered the same in F and M when I saw your post in the FB group. I also thought they look similar to the Delta DV Original Mid-Size Fountain Pen which I have been eyeing for quite a while but I just couldn't get my self to purchase since they are quite pricey.

[@Shak-MD]

@lhenzbujo1170 I agree. They are so expensive. Hemingway is even crazier. I'm hoping to find a good deal in the Orlando pen show. 😀. I think you'll love this pen, though. TBH, my Delta Montepetra has nothing over this pen in terms of writing... and has a 14k B nib.

[@lhenzbujo1170]

@@Shak-MDI just got these two in my mailbox today. My goodness they are so well made! tried ink-dipping both (as their ink will come in a couple of days) and I am pleased with them. Your review is very accurate. You deserve a commission from them since most pen enthursiasts bought these due to your recommendations 😂 . So, thank you! I save some money buying these over the Delta. ❤

[@Shak-MD]

@lhenzbujo1170 I am very happy you like it. I just give my fair personal opinion. Sure these pens are semi-ripoff. But they allow many of us through the gates of FP world, who woyld never be able to afford a delta or hemongway. So, I am okay. Enjoy!

[@AnonYmous-ry2jn]

the nib looks cheap compared to the montblanc. Can you buy a montblanc, substitute the nib beween your china pen and the MB, then return the montblanc with the cheap nib on it?

[@Shak-MD]

No, you can't. The 149 housing does not accept the Majohn nib. MB nibs are also very difficult to fake. I can tell a fake 146 from far. I have yet to see a 149 clone nib....

[@SalBC62]

Throughout the video you said "P136" but it is P139. A sign on the video would help make the number right.

[@Shak-MD]

I realized that. I did apologize in the video description. But I should.learn hownto add little pop-up signs for correction.

[@SalBC62]

Throughout the video you said "P136" but it is a P139. A warning sign would make it right.

[@Shak-MD]

Hi. My apologies. I did clarify the video description section before posting. But I agree that I need to learn how to add labels to videos for correction..

[@HaveAGoodHeart]

I watched all reviews on p139.. all mentioned about them copying. But i am curious why no one mention about copying between Delta Dolce Vitta and Mountblanc Heminway? They purchase the design?

[@Shak-MD]

That is a great point. I can not answer the question. However, I appreciate you bringing up the point. I am actually hoping to pick one up in Orlando at the Pen show in September. And maybe the Delta :). Then, I may have more to say. Cheers!

[@ITzFRANK91]

nice vid . it possible swap p139 nib with a wingsung nib ? can u make a try?

[@Shak-MD]

It works... but Majohn nib is far superior to the p630 #8 nib.

[@ITzFRANK91]

@@Shak-MD if u have time can u make a demostration ? thanks i appreciate