Lamy Safari Scarlet The LAMY safari is a design classic, celebrated for its impeccable craftsmanship, reliable performance, and timeless functionality. Its ergonomic triangular grip not only encourages proper writing technique but also ensures lasting comfort during extended writing sessions. Beloved by novices and seasoned collectors alike, the safari effortlessly balances practicality with style. This edition is presented in a striking matte scarlet finish, with rich undertones of deep red and purple — a bold yet sophisticated statement. It is fitted with a sleek black steel nib, which can be effortlessly exchanged for other nib sizes to suit your personal writing preference. A blue LAMY ink cartridge is included, allowing you to begin writing immediately. For those who prefer the ritual of bottled ink, the pen is also compatible with the LAMY Z28 converter, available separately.
Lamy Safari Scarlet The LAMY safari is a design classic, celebrated for its impeccable craftsmanship, reliable performance, and timeless functionality. Its ergonomic triangular grip not only encourages proper writing technique but also ensures lasting comfort during extended writing sessions. Beloved by novices and seasoned collectors alike, the safari effortlessly balances practicality with style. This edition is presented in a striking matte scarlet finish, with rich undertones of deep red and purple — a bold yet sophisticated statement. It is fitted with a sleek black steel nib, which can be effortlessly exchanged for other nib sizes to suit your personal writing preference. A blue LAMY ink cartridge is included, allowing you to begin writing immediately. For those who prefer the ritual of bottled ink, the pen is also compatible with the LAMY Z28 converter, available separately.
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The lowest price we last saw for Lamy Safari 1203065 017 M - Fountain Pen, Medium Pen, Matt Black was $49.99 at Amazon.com.au, compared across 2 retailers (last seen 18 July 2026). Prices may have changed since.
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Prices last updated 18 July 2026.
Lamy Safari 1203065 017 M - Fountain Pen, Medium Pen, Matt Black
Lamy Safari Scarlet The LAMY safari is a design classic, celebrated for its impeccable craftsmanship, reliable performance, and timeless functionality. Its ergonomic triangular grip not only encourages proper writing technique but also ensures lasting comfort during extended writing sessions. Beloved by novices and seasoned collectors alike, the safari effortlessly balances practicality with style. This edition is presented in a striking matte scarlet finish, with rich undertones of deep red and purple — a bold yet sophisticated statement. It is fitted with a sleek black steel nib, which can be effortlessly exchanged for other nib sizes to suit your personal writing preference. A blue LAMY ink cartridge is included, allowing you to begin writing immediately. For those who prefer the ritual of bottled ink, the pen is also compatible with the LAMY Z28 converter, available separately.
Lamy Safari Scarlet The LAMY safari is a design classic, celebrated for its impeccable craftsmanship, reliable performance, and timeless functionality. Its ergonomic triangular grip not only encourages proper writing technique but also ensures lasting comfort during extended writing sessions. Beloved by novices and seasoned collectors alike, the safari effortlessly balances practicality with style. This edition is presented in a striking matte scarlet finish, with rich undertones of deep red and purple — a bold yet sophisticated statement. It is fitted with a sleek black steel nib, which can be effortlessly exchanged for other nib sizes to suit your personal writing preference. A blue LAMY ink cartridge is included, allowing you to begin writing immediately. For those who prefer the ritual of bottled ink, the pen is also compatible with the LAMY Z28 converter, available separately.
Last updated at 18/07/2026 23:50:40
LAMY safari umbra - Fountain Pen with ergonomic grip & polished steel nib in size EF - ideal for any Writing & Calligraphy - including LAMY T 10 blue
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safari umbra - Fountain Pen with ergonomic grip & polished steel nib in size EF - ideal for any Writing & Calligraphy - including LAMY T 10 blue cartr
Delivery between 25–28 July $29
originally posted on gouletpens.com
I bought a Lamy Safari as my first pen, and I have no regrets. It's a versatile, well-constructed pen that consistently writes well.As anyone who's ever played with Lego sets knows, ABS plastic is sturdy and light; this is an excellent combination for a daily "carry this everywhere" pen, especially if you're a klutz like me. I've dropped it a few times (not nib/feed down, of course), and the pen's been none the worse for the wear. Naturally I DON'T recommend dropping or stress-testing a pen, but it is good for my ease of mind to know that it's at least somewhat resilient to mishaps.The coloration of the plastic in the charcoal model is really nice, too. It looks like a black pen, but in stronger light, there's a nice brownish/greyish character that is really ... MoreI bought a Lamy Safari as my first pen, and I have no regrets. It's a versatile, well-constructed pen that consistently writes well.As anyone who's ever played with Lego sets knows, ABS plastic is sturdy and light; this is an excellent combination for a daily "carry this everywhere" pen, especially if you're a klutz like me. I've dropped it a few times (not nib/feed down, of course), and the pen's been none the worse for the wear. Naturally I DON'T recommend dropping or stress-testing a pen, but it is good for my ease of mind to know that it's at least somewhat resilient to mishaps.The coloration of the plastic in the charcoal model is really nice, too. It looks like a black pen, but in stronger light, there's a nice brownish/greyish character that is really nifty. It manages to look subdued while still retaining a character of its own.The versatility is a great selling point if you're a beginner; the pen takes cartridges and converters are quite affordable. I personally jumped over to using a converter pretty quickly, as the standard Lamy inks are neat, but not quite my cup of tea in terms of color and water resistance. For everyday writing, Noodler's Heart of Darkness flows extremely well (and comparatively wet) in an extra fine nib on the Safari. Also, nibs are affordable and easy to swap, so it's pretty straightforward to experiment, build up a collection of nibs, and figure out your preferences.As many note, the grip is a bit unusual; I was concerned I'd find it annoying, but I don't really find it to be a problem. Coming from mechanical pencils, I discovered that I unconsciously tended to turn my hand as I wrote, trying to "hunt" for the sharpest edge, even though I was no longer using a pencil. I found the grip actually helped me adjust my habits so that I could consistently hold the pen at the correct angle; this habit stuck even when I moved to different pens.All things considered, if the overall style of the pen resonates with you, I think it's an excellent choice, especially if you're starting out.
originally posted on gouletpens.com
I wanted to love this pen because of the simple utilitarian design and triangular grip, seemingly making it the ideal note-taking pen for class. Unfortunately, Lamy's black F nib was atrocious and the stainless steel M was only slightly better. I usually find myself reaching for a TWSBI instead.After doing some research, it seems that many people have the same experience with Lamy nibs and have some luck with tweaking them. Messing around with the tines on my F nib increased the ink flow, but didn't improve the weird feel. If you have the tools and time to perfect the nib, you might be fine with a Lamy... but this hardly makes it a "beginner's" pen. Otherwise, a Pilot Metro or a TWSBI Eco might be better for your money.Side note: the proprietary converter seems to ... MoreI wanted to love this pen because of the simple utilitarian design and triangular grip, seemingly making it the ideal note-taking pen for class. Unfortunately, Lamy's black F nib was atrocious and the stainless steel M was only slightly better. I usually find myself reaching for a TWSBI instead.After doing some research, it seems that many people have the same experience with Lamy nibs and have some luck with tweaking them. Messing around with the tines on my F nib increased the ink flow, but didn't improve the weird feel. If you have the tools and time to perfect the nib, you might be fine with a Lamy... but this hardly makes it a "beginner's" pen. Otherwise, a Pilot Metro or a TWSBI Eco might be better for your money.Side note: the proprietary converter seems to be another source of trouble for many Safari users, related to the surface tension of ink entering the feed. I'd skip the $6 and fill the included cartridge with bottled ink from a syringe. Also, clean everything thoroughly before use - manufacturing residue is yet another common problem with these bad boys.
originally posted on gouletpens.com
I bought a LAMY Safari in fine over a year ago and have gravitated towards using it and no other pens for note taking. Here’s why I like it:1. Snap caps are quick!2. Structured grip allows for correct nib orientation without thinking about it - allowing one to focus on lecture material. This is very important to me!3. Replaceable nibs in the event that the current nib is bent. You can also buy multiple sizes and try them out!4. Pen body prevents rolling off the desk even when unposted.5. LAMY cartridges are easy to install by ******** the pen body on, as well as being high capacity. Good design here!6. Pen is light but very robust. In a daily use case this pen will easily last many years if taken care of, but if lost or stolen is easily replaceable.7. Ink ... MoreI bought a LAMY Safari in fine over a year ago and have gravitated towards using it and no other pens for note taking. Here’s why I like it:1. Snap caps are quick!2. Structured grip allows for correct nib orientation without thinking about it - allowing one to focus on lecture material. This is very important to me!3. Replaceable nibs in the event that the current nib is bent. You can also buy multiple sizes and try them out!4. Pen body prevents rolling off the desk even when unposted.5. LAMY cartridges are easy to install by ******** the pen body on, as well as being high capacity. Good design here!6. Pen is light but very robust. In a daily use case this pen will easily last many years if taken care of, but if lost or stolen is easily replaceable.7. Ink window!8. If you choose to use bottled ink, LAMY bottles are the best in the business!9. The converter for this pen has little tabs that click in, preventing it from rolling and coming undone while refilling.10. The end of the feed plus short nib on this pen is well made. It doesn’t have any large fins that hold on to ink after filling, making the procedure efficient. If you take the nib off the feed slit isn’t just a straight line, but a rectangular area that contacts the nib. With the right ink (LAMY blue black is a good example, it’s my favorite), I’ve found the pen can be left uncapped for 5 minutes or so without hard starting. I haven’t experienced this happening with other pens.11. Last but certainly not least, hands are very sensitive so sharp bits sticking out, step downs, and odd textures can get very annoying in such a personal object. This pen doesn’t have any. There’s no threads sticking out. The long grip has little ramps at the end that stop your fingers from sliding down. The matte finish on the Safari charcoal is pleasing to hold as it’s smooth yet grippy, even if you have oily or sweaty hands. It really feels like someone scrutinized every minuscule part so the experience just holding the pen felt well-tailored to the human hand. The Safari is like a hammer. It’s a ubiquitous tool. Every hammer is shaped basically the same. Metal head, one side for nailing in, other for pulling nails out and a long handle for leverage. They can be made of super metal alloys and carbon fiber reinforced plastic or just steel and wood. However, the materials don't matter as much as the construction. A well made hammer disappears in your hand and becomes an extension of your arm. At that point it’s less about the tool and more about what you’re using it to do. In my case, that’s hammering away at some fluid dynamics problems.Thanks for reading!
| Product dimensions | 15 x 2 x 2 cm; 20 Grams |
| Closure | Click Off Cap |
| Ink Colour | Blue |
| Special feature | Lightweight |
| Unit count | 1.0 count |
LAMY safari umbra - Fountain Pen with ergonomic grip & polished steel nib in size EF - ideal for any Writing & Calligraphy - including LAMY T 10 blue
Free delivery
Affiliate Disclosure: We may receive a small commission for purchases made through this link at no extra cost to you. This helps support our site. Thank you!
safari umbra - Fountain Pen with ergonomic grip & polished steel nib in size EF - ideal for any Writing & Calligraphy - including LAMY T 10 blue cartr
Delivery between 25–28 July $29
I bought a Lamy Safari as my first pen, and I have no regrets. It's a versatile, well-constructed pen that consistently writes well.As anyone who's ever played with Lego sets knows, ABS plastic is sturdy and light; this is an excellent combination for a daily "carry this everywhere" pen, especially if you're a klutz like me. I've dropped it a few times (not nib/feed down, of course), and the pen's been none the worse for the wear. Naturally I DON'T recommend dropping or stress-testing a pen, but it is good for my ease of mind to know that it's at least somewhat resilient to mishaps.The coloration of the plastic in the charcoal model is really nice, too. It looks like a black pen, but in stronger light, there's a nice brownish/greyish character that is really ... MoreI bought a Lamy Safari as my first pen, and I have no regrets. It's a versatile, well-constructed pen that consistently writes well.As anyone who's ever played with Lego sets knows, ABS plastic is sturdy and light; this is an excellent combination for a daily "carry this everywhere" pen, especially if you're a klutz like me. I've dropped it a few times (not nib/feed down, of course), and the pen's been none the worse for the wear. Naturally I DON'T recommend dropping or stress-testing a pen, but it is good for my ease of mind to know that it's at least somewhat resilient to mishaps.The coloration of the plastic in the charcoal model is really nice, too. It looks like a black pen, but in stronger light, there's a nice brownish/greyish character that is really nifty. It manages to look subdued while still retaining a character of its own.The versatility is a great selling point if you're a beginner; the pen takes cartridges and converters are quite affordable. I personally jumped over to using a converter pretty quickly, as the standard Lamy inks are neat, but not quite my cup of tea in terms of color and water resistance. For everyday writing, Noodler's Heart of Darkness flows extremely well (and comparatively wet) in an extra fine nib on the Safari. Also, nibs are affordable and easy to swap, so it's pretty straightforward to experiment, build up a collection of nibs, and figure out your preferences.As many note, the grip is a bit unusual; I was concerned I'd find it annoying, but I don't really find it to be a problem. Coming from mechanical pencils, I discovered that I unconsciously tended to turn my hand as I wrote, trying to "hunt" for the sharpest edge, even though I was no longer using a pencil. I found the grip actually helped me adjust my habits so that I could consistently hold the pen at the correct angle; this habit stuck even when I moved to different pens.All things considered, if the overall style of the pen resonates with you, I think it's an excellent choice, especially if you're starting out.
I wanted to love this pen because of the simple utilitarian design and triangular grip, seemingly making it the ideal note-taking pen for class. Unfortunately, Lamy's black F nib was atrocious and the stainless steel M was only slightly better. I usually find myself reaching for a TWSBI instead.After doing some research, it seems that many people have the same experience with Lamy nibs and have some luck with tweaking them. Messing around with the tines on my F nib increased the ink flow, but didn't improve the weird feel. If you have the tools and time to perfect the nib, you might be fine with a Lamy... but this hardly makes it a "beginner's" pen. Otherwise, a Pilot Metro or a TWSBI Eco might be better for your money.Side note: the proprietary converter seems to ... MoreI wanted to love this pen because of the simple utilitarian design and triangular grip, seemingly making it the ideal note-taking pen for class. Unfortunately, Lamy's black F nib was atrocious and the stainless steel M was only slightly better. I usually find myself reaching for a TWSBI instead.After doing some research, it seems that many people have the same experience with Lamy nibs and have some luck with tweaking them. Messing around with the tines on my F nib increased the ink flow, but didn't improve the weird feel. If you have the tools and time to perfect the nib, you might be fine with a Lamy... but this hardly makes it a "beginner's" pen. Otherwise, a Pilot Metro or a TWSBI Eco might be better for your money.Side note: the proprietary converter seems to be another source of trouble for many Safari users, related to the surface tension of ink entering the feed. I'd skip the $6 and fill the included cartridge with bottled ink from a syringe. Also, clean everything thoroughly before use - manufacturing residue is yet another common problem with these bad boys.
I bought a LAMY Safari in fine over a year ago and have gravitated towards using it and no other pens for note taking. Here’s why I like it:1. Snap caps are quick!2. Structured grip allows for correct nib orientation without thinking about it - allowing one to focus on lecture material. This is very important to me!3. Replaceable nibs in the event that the current nib is bent. You can also buy multiple sizes and try them out!4. Pen body prevents rolling off the desk even when unposted.5. LAMY cartridges are easy to install by ******** the pen body on, as well as being high capacity. Good design here!6. Pen is light but very robust. In a daily use case this pen will easily last many years if taken care of, but if lost or stolen is easily replaceable.7. Ink ... MoreI bought a LAMY Safari in fine over a year ago and have gravitated towards using it and no other pens for note taking. Here’s why I like it:1. Snap caps are quick!2. Structured grip allows for correct nib orientation without thinking about it - allowing one to focus on lecture material. This is very important to me!3. Replaceable nibs in the event that the current nib is bent. You can also buy multiple sizes and try them out!4. Pen body prevents rolling off the desk even when unposted.5. LAMY cartridges are easy to install by ******** the pen body on, as well as being high capacity. Good design here!6. Pen is light but very robust. In a daily use case this pen will easily last many years if taken care of, but if lost or stolen is easily replaceable.7. Ink window!8. If you choose to use bottled ink, LAMY bottles are the best in the business!9. The converter for this pen has little tabs that click in, preventing it from rolling and coming undone while refilling.10. The end of the feed plus short nib on this pen is well made. It doesn’t have any large fins that hold on to ink after filling, making the procedure efficient. If you take the nib off the feed slit isn’t just a straight line, but a rectangular area that contacts the nib. With the right ink (LAMY blue black is a good example, it’s my favorite), I’ve found the pen can be left uncapped for 5 minutes or so without hard starting. I haven’t experienced this happening with other pens.11. Last but certainly not least, hands are very sensitive so sharp bits sticking out, step downs, and odd textures can get very annoying in such a personal object. This pen doesn’t have any. There’s no threads sticking out. The long grip has little ramps at the end that stop your fingers from sliding down. The matte finish on the Safari charcoal is pleasing to hold as it’s smooth yet grippy, even if you have oily or sweaty hands. It really feels like someone scrutinized every minuscule part so the experience just holding the pen felt well-tailored to the human hand. The Safari is like a hammer. It’s a ubiquitous tool. Every hammer is shaped basically the same. Metal head, one side for nailing in, other for pulling nails out and a long handle for leverage. They can be made of super metal alloys and carbon fiber reinforced plastic or just steel and wood. However, the materials don't matter as much as the construction. A well made hammer disappears in your hand and becomes an extension of your arm. At that point it’s less about the tool and more about what you’re using it to do. In my case, that’s hammering away at some fluid dynamics problems.Thanks for reading!
I’m a mail carrier with a walking route and this pen inked with Platinum Carbon Black is my new work horse after years of carrying a Bic Stick without the cap. The clip keeps the pen securely in my breast pocket even when I’m hanging upside down by reaching down into the bottom of a parcel hamper. The matte finish is easy to grip even in sweaty weather and the gray color doesn’t ever look particularly dirty. I’ve already flung it around with the cap on, landing on concrete and scraped up a bit without cracking. I can change the nib if it gets bent. Just have my fingers crossed that the ink won’t freeze in the winter time like gel pens.
I bought a LAMY as a way to try something other than the Pilot Metropolitans I've been using for years, which is my only basis of comparison. This pen is a lot lighter than a Metropolitan, and although it's made of plastic, I love how consistent the mango color is throughout the pen. It isn't my favorite design, but I appreciate how loud it is.I purchased an EF nib, but I quickly learned a LAMY EF is more like a Pilot F or M. I didn't end up purchasing a converter, but it writes well with the cartridge that came with it. However, I didn't put together that the grip on this pen is more suited for a tripod grip, so I'm going to be passing this pen along to a friend who writes that way. This is not a fault of the pen, more a product of my own naiveté. I handwrite for ... MoreI bought a LAMY as a way to try something other than the Pilot Metropolitans I've been using for years, which is my only basis of comparison. This pen is a lot lighter than a Metropolitan, and although it's made of plastic, I love how consistent the mango color is throughout the pen. It isn't my favorite design, but I appreciate how loud it is.I purchased an EF nib, but I quickly learned a LAMY EF is more like a Pilot F or M. I didn't end up purchasing a converter, but it writes well with the cartridge that came with it. However, I didn't put together that the grip on this pen is more suited for a tripod grip, so I'm going to be passing this pen along to a friend who writes that way. This is not a fault of the pen, more a product of my own naiveté. I handwrite for hours every day, and even with the grip feeling a bit off for me, it was still a reliable instrument that didn't make my hand ache in the slightest.This was a great introduction to LAMY, and I'll be buying something else from them a little higher up in their line that doesn't emphasize the tripod grip.
This was my first ever fountain pen purchase. It is not regularly that your expectations are exceeded. This LAMY Safari is beautiful IRL and, although plastic, does not feel cheap. My handwriting seemed toImprove almost immediately. The weight is ideal and I look forward to all the ink color possibilities since I purchased the converter. Goulet pens packaging makes you feelspecial too. A card from my Rep, Ebonique, was included, a much appreciated touch!
I have a number of pens in my collection, some expensive, some less so. I wanted to try a Safari with a medium nib in order to use it with my new Traveler's Notebook and also to keep it inked with a different coloured ink. The pen arrived very quickly, and I was able to wash out the cartridge and fill it with my chosen ink. Writing with it is comfortable and smooth. The ink flows well and is neither too dry nor too wet. It's a super pen for the price.
I was super excited to try this since it would be my first actual fountain pen and it did not disappoint. I've been using this consistently at the office and it hasn't let me down. The previous pens that I have been using would always skip and dry out but this one would write so well as soon as it was uncapped. The lines are pretty smooth and a little scratchy. (I prefer the feeling of the extra fine nib.) The ink that came with the pen wrote well on post its and computer paper with minimal to no bleeding/feathering. (I ended up buying two more lamy inks bc of this.) I do have sweaty hands and the ink does transfer and smudge so it's not bulletproof. You can't go wrong with this pen for the price and anything cheaper just isn't worth it for me.
This is my second fountain pen. I started out with a Pilot Metro F nib a few months ago, and I loved it so much that I wanted to get a pen with a broader nib, particularly for enjoying all the different colors and varieties of ink samples. I kept hearing about the Lamy Safari, so I finally bought one. I ordered a Lamy Safari F but I received a Lamy Safari M (I don't think this is the fault of Goulet Pens because the box did say Fine, Lamy packed the wrong pen in it). Considering that I wanted to try a medium nib at some point anyway, I decided to keep the Lamy Safari with the medium nib.Overall the pen is a disappointment. I do like the unique design and the grip. I don't mind the light weight either. But the writing experience is a huge letdown.Since I'm a ... MoreThis is my second fountain pen. I started out with a Pilot Metro F nib a few months ago, and I loved it so much that I wanted to get a pen with a broader nib, particularly for enjoying all the different colors and varieties of ink samples. I kept hearing about the Lamy Safari, so I finally bought one. I ordered a Lamy Safari F but I received a Lamy Safari M (I don't think this is the fault of Goulet Pens because the box did say Fine, Lamy packed the wrong pen in it). Considering that I wanted to try a medium nib at some point anyway, I decided to keep the Lamy Safari with the medium nib.Overall the pen is a disappointment. I do like the unique design and the grip. I don't mind the light weight either. But the writing experience is a huge letdown.Since I'm a beginner I have a hard time telling if this is normal for Lamys... or if there is a quality control issue with the nib. All I can do is compare it to my Pilot Metro and how fountain pens write when I see them in videos. With this Lamy Safari, there are hard starts and light skipping (where suddenly the ink flows very light), even with wetter inks. I'm currently using Diamine Sherwood Green with Rhodia paper. I don't know how to explain it, but it's like the nib is really... uneven? scratchy? imprecise? I need more pressure on the nib when I write, otherwise the flow is poor. I feel like I'm constantly trying to control what's going on at the nib. When I start writing, the flow is thick and spotty, then there's a sweet spot after writing about 50 words, but after I've been writing awhile the nib starts to act up again. I'm really disappointed, to be honest.I have considered returning the pen due to the nib but because I'm not sure whether this is normal (and my Pilot is just super awesome), I hesitate. I still use the pen on a daily basis because I really need to justify what is a luxury purchase for me, and because I need two different-colored pens to correct my essays.Perhaps when I can buy a Lamy steel F nib, everything will work out. Until then, I can't really recommend Lamy as a starter pen. The Metro is so much better.I added photos, one is from daily use (vocabulary lists) where I was trying to get the ink flowing smoothly but was having issues, and the other is a test that I just did where I picked up the pens and wrote with them as I would do normally. The green is the Lamy Safari, the purple (Poussière de Lune, great ink by the way) is the Pilot Metro. You can see where the Lamy is having hard starts and how smooth and immediate the Pilot is.
I had read enough about the LAMY Safari to know it was a very nice pen, but the first stroke of pen on paper almost brought tears to my eyes. It was like writing on air. Now, for reference, I own a very high end Mont Blanc and mid-range Sheaffer Targa and a couple of Parker 75s, all of which are beautiful writers. But, as delightful as they all are, I do not recall any of them giving me such a warm and fuzzy feeling on the very first contact with paper. Writing with the Safari is like writing with butter! The feed is great, too. I bought this one with M nib because I have never cared for any fine nibs I have tried, but I find the M so smooth I had to buy a fine just to see how it feels on the Safari.The diameter is a little larger than I expected, about normal for ... MoreI had read enough about the LAMY Safari to know it was a very nice pen, but the first stroke of pen on paper almost brought tears to my eyes. It was like writing on air. Now, for reference, I own a very high end Mont Blanc and mid-range Sheaffer Targa and a couple of Parker 75s, all of which are beautiful writers. But, as delightful as they all are, I do not recall any of them giving me such a warm and fuzzy feeling on the very first contact with paper. Writing with the Safari is like writing with butter! The feed is great, too. I bought this one with M nib because I have never cared for any fine nibs I have tried, but I find the M so smooth I had to buy a fine just to see how it feels on the Safari.The diameter is a little larger than I expected, about normal for most fountain pens, but they just looked a little slimmer in pictures. Do not get me wrong, I prefer a pretty standard mid-size girth and love the feel of the Safari. This was just an observation.I especially love the clip design. I am retired and long-sleeve t-shirts are pretty much my daily "uniform". With no pocket, I have to clip my pen in the neck of my t-shirt. Some clips are difficult to get clipped on and some, especially Parker's "arrow" clips can be a hassle to get off because the "barbs" on the arrowheads get caught. The nice wide, rounded Safari clip slips right on and off while still maintaining a snug, secure grip.I like the first Safari so much I ordered one of the special addition (from a few years ago) violets plus a few nibs for my daughter who likes fountain pens also and wants to play around with calligraphy. Then I was jealous so I ordered a one of the Mangos from that special edition class so we can swap caps and bodies now and then to have LSU purple and gold pens!
| Product dimensions | 15 x 2 x 2 cm; 20 Grams |
| Closure | Click Off Cap |
| Ink Colour | Blue |
| Special feature | Lightweight |
| Unit count | 1.0 count |
