There is no factory sale for private individuals or resale permission for staff at Montblanc — employees receive a limited quantity once a year at a discount; resale is strictly forbidden. Defective goods also do not leave production after factory tours. The low online prices can be explained by dealers operating with large quantities, international sources of supply and considerable margins; powersellers in the USA also occasionally bring editions onto the market before the official launch. Regular discount campaigns such as Payback at Kaufhof have, in the past, allowed up to 30 per cent off Montblanc ranges. Overall the online share of new Montblanc trade is considerable, and reputable private or commercial sources are possible without any employee sales being involved.