Online orders at Montblanc specialist retailers like Schacht-Westerich are possible and sensible if the regional dealer density is inadequate. However, essential advantages of stationary trade fall away, especially the prior testing of nib, feel and weight, which is important especially with first purchases or limited editions. With reputable specialist retailers, the nib width is queried during the ordering process; restrictedly reliable are providers without a clear specialist-dealer profile; here authenticity and service possibility should be clarified before purchase.