In the case described, not only is the packaging with black star counterfeit but the fountain pen itself too. Unambiguous indication is the nib with the inscription Iridium Point Germany, which would never be found on a real Montblanc. Structural details like the missing thread on the grip section (only plugged in instead of screwed) also expose the counterfeit as a typical LeGrand imitation. More difficult is recognition with StarWalker or Bohème counterfeits, which are on photos hardly distinguishable from originals but in hand are immediately noticeable. Pleasing is that Montblanc and eBay are increasingly successfully removing such offers.