I just started my fountain pen journey and I wanted to start with Lamy Safari. My favorite color is purple so I chose the color Violet, for the nib (tip of the fountain pen) I wanted it to write thin but I didn't want it to be too thin to strach the paper and I went with the F (fine). There was no comment from US on this product but I wanted to gave it a go. I watched a Youtube video to detirmine if these are original or not. I believe these Lamy Safari fountain pens are original. Their caps are okay, there is letterings on right spots(the box, surface facing the body window, at the bottom of the pen), the letterings look sharp and right, the body turns and stops at the right point, when the cartridge is empty you can see through the window without obstruction. ... MoreI just started my fountain pen journey and I wanted to start with Lamy Safari. My favorite color is purple so I chose the color Violet, for the nib (tip of the fountain pen) I wanted it to write thin but I didn't want it to be too thin to strach the paper and I went with the F (fine). There was no comment from US on this product but I wanted to gave it a go. I watched a Youtube video to detirmine if these are original or not. I believe these Lamy Safari fountain pens are original. Their caps are okay, there is letterings on right spots(the box, surface facing the body window, at the bottom of the pen), the letterings look sharp and right, the body turns and stops at the right point, when the cartridge is empty you can see through the window without obstruction. First one I got was probably a faulty from factory or damage during transit but I wanted a replacement and I'm very happy with it! Only complaint for me is the shape of the holding part. If I hold the pen as it intended to be, my holding gets less stable and I don't write as good as I want to. So I hold a little different, one finger on the indent and other on the bump itself. If youre holding your pen in weird way this may not be the best for you but otherwise I definetely recommend you try it!... Show more
asli.a
originally posted on influenster.com
My first upgrade from the platinum preppy...So far, there are tons of hard starts and skipping, but I am 99% that it is skill-issue (or possibly the black nib/nib inconsistencies associated with LAMY Safari's)Going painstakingly slow, none of these issues happen, which says to me that the Safari just has a very particular sweet-spot on the nib tip for writing, so that is something to keep in mind.My only "real" and still subjective con that I can think of, is that the tripod shaped grip isn't particularly well-suited towards Palmer Method cursive, UNLESS you take the alternative grip on putting the pen between your index & middle finger which I have been practicing.That Alt. grip also mitigates any hard starts and skipping that you may or may not experience... Show more
clayton.rickard
originally posted on JetPens
So my wife bought me a fountain pen for my birthday (a Zebra V301) on a whim, which was a terrible, horrible thing to do, because my passion for a good pen returned. So I poked at the internet and found JetPens. I wish I could write a review for the site and not just the products because this place is AWESOME. Anyway, after doing my research I decided on this, the LAMY Safari, and she got it for me. I know this isn't some $400 ultimate fountain pen that writes like silk, but you couldn't convince me it isn't. This pen is perfect. The feedback is excellent - the tiniest bit of scratchy-ness so you know you're writing. The ink flow is very good, though I literally just got it so I expect it will improve as I break it in. The grip...Oh man, the grip. I write very ... MoreSo my wife bought me a fountain pen for my birthday (a Zebra V301) on a whim, which was a terrible, horrible thing to do, because my passion for a good pen returned. So I poked at the internet and found JetPens. I wish I could write a review for the site and not just the products because this place is AWESOME. Anyway, after doing my research I decided on this, the LAMY Safari, and she got it for me. I know this isn't some $400 ultimate fountain pen that writes like silk, but you couldn't convince me it isn't. This pen is perfect. The feedback is excellent - the tiniest bit of scratchy-ness so you know you're writing. The ink flow is very good, though I literally just got it so I expect it will improve as I break it in. The grip...Oh man, the grip. I write very heavy-handed with a death grip, but this pen has me writing the right way. My hand doesn't get tired as quickly! I love it. Thank you, JetPens, and Thank you LAMY!... Show more
elementcircle
originally posted on JetPens
I just recently decided to dive in the rabbit hole of fountain pens, ending up with this LAMY pen, 2 beginner Pilot fountain pens, and a TWSBI Eco Medium pen and Fine pen. The TWSBIs are really smooth, but I feel like they both let out way more ink that I'm expecting, and on paper that doesn't normally bleed, they put so much ink out that the ink bleeds a smidge. The Pilots are nice but not much to speak of, and they clog often. This LAMY pen is by far the best of the lot. It is consistently smooth, and with proper fountain pen ink it is reliable and hasn't clogged yet. I love how the end is contoured for a comfortable grip, and I like that the cap clicks on and off, as opposed to the TWSBIs which have threads that I keep forgetting to expect when removing or ... MoreI just recently decided to dive in the rabbit hole of fountain pens, ending up with this LAMY pen, 2 beginner Pilot fountain pens, and a TWSBI Eco Medium pen and Fine pen. The TWSBIs are really smooth, but I feel like they both let out way more ink that I'm expecting, and on paper that doesn't normally bleed, they put so much ink out that the ink bleeds a smidge. The Pilots are nice but not much to speak of, and they clog often. This LAMY pen is by far the best of the lot. It is consistently smooth, and with proper fountain pen ink it is reliable and hasn't clogged yet. I love how the end is contoured for a comfortable grip, and I like that the cap clicks on and off, as opposed to the TWSBIs which have threads that I keep forgetting to expect when removing or replacing the cap.For anyone just getting started with fountain pens, I highly recommend the LAMY. I am using Noodler's 54th Massachusetts waterproof ink, and I couldn't be happier with my new setup. I use it for both drawing and writing, and while I still prefer an old-fashioned pen nib and bottle of ink, this setup is a fantastic second and great for traveling.... Show more
knotproficient
originally posted on JetPens
First fountain pen
Lamy Safari, blue. It's an okay pen. I bought the fine tip as a beginner pen for my 11-year-old's Waldorf classes. The pen could use grip, especially for a beginner. The nib will leak when not in use. It came with a blue ink cartridge. I bought the Z28 converter and ink sample pack. Those both work well with the Safari. Everything cleans easily. I have noticed some inks write darker until they get flowing again, then write as their true color. This pen needs to be held at a very specific angle in order for ink to flow onto the paper. Not sure if that's true for every fountain pen or not, but it frustrates my child. Also, this pen can unscrew itself too easily while being used. I feel like it's an everyday Bic, only fountain style: Nothing fancy, toss around, very ... MoreLamy Safari, blue. It's an okay pen. I bought the fine tip as a beginner pen for my 11-year-old's Waldorf classes. The pen could use grip, especially for a beginner. The nib will leak when not in use. It came with a blue ink cartridge. I bought the Z28 converter and ink sample pack. Those both work well with the Safari. Everything cleans easily. I have noticed some inks write darker until they get flowing again, then write as their true color. This pen needs to be held at a very specific angle in order for ink to flow onto the paper. Not sure if that's true for every fountain pen or not, but it frustrates my child. Also, this pen can unscrew itself too easily while being used. I feel like it's an everyday Bic, only fountain style: Nothing fancy, toss around, very plastic-y, array of colors and inks (with separate converter purchase), but gets the job done.... Show more
Tina G.
originally posted on gouletpens.com
Lamy Safari Fountain Pen Set in White
This is a really good deal especially with the extra ink cartridges in the various colors.I have a few other Lamy Safari fountain pens and use them for drawing as well as writing -each in a different color and one that has water soluble ink in it instead of waterproof ink.I had requested the white Lamy Safari fountain pen with a fine nib, but what they sentactually has an extra fine nib. So I was surprised when I saw how thin the lines were. Not what I ordered, but I will keep it. That is why I gave it 4 stars instead of 5. Otherwise, a great pen set and a very good value. I think they need to change the description from "fine nib" to "extra fine nib" - which is indicated by ef on the nib itself.... Show more
Liz in Hotlanta
originally posted on dickblick.com
Nice fountain Pen and excellent service from Makoba
Was eyeing a violet Lamy Safari for quite some time. Finally found one on Makoba. It was delivered in 3-4 days time as it was shipped from Ahmedabad.The pen writes like I expected it to. It takes some time for the pen to break in. After that it is really good. Really like the Lamy grip. I own multiple Lamy's, some for myself, some for my kids. They are all happy with it. All of these are in fine nib except for one Lamy Al-Star, which has an EF nib. The EF is more like a medium when compared to a Pilot Metropolitan/MR. If the ink used is not fluid enough, it needs to be cleaned after one use. I find Lamy fine nib to be more fluent while writing. It lays down a slightly thicker line in comparison to Waterman Expert Fine nib or Pilot Metropolitan Medium nib, but the ... MoreWas eyeing a violet Lamy Safari for quite some time. Finally found one on Makoba. It was delivered in 3-4 days time as it was shipped from Ahmedabad.The pen writes like I expected it to. It takes some time for the pen to break in. After that it is really good. Really like the Lamy grip. I own multiple Lamy's, some for myself, some for my kids. They are all happy with it. All of these are in fine nib except for one Lamy Al-Star, which has an EF nib. The EF is more like a medium when compared to a Pilot Metropolitan/MR. If the ink used is not fluid enough, it needs to be cleaned after one use. I find Lamy fine nib to be more fluent while writing. It lays down a slightly thicker line in comparison to Waterman Expert Fine nib or Pilot Metropolitan Medium nib, but the flow is pretty consistent when compared with the EF nib. I use a cartridge and fill the ink in it using a 5 ml syringe. I clean my pens with RO water after 2-3 rounds of full cartridge usage to maintain good consistent ink flow in my fountain pens.Hope this helps.The pen came in a Lamy box and to my surprise the warranty card was stamped with Makoba seal. Generally we don't get these warranty cards when we buy a pen online from Amazon sellers. Thank you for this.... Show more
Satishchandra S.S.
originally posted on makoba.com
Quality, Value, and Dependability
I've been illustrating since I could comfortably hold a pen or pencil. In an effort to find and use a more sustainable product and put less single-use plastic into the environment, I decided that a fountain pen was a good way to go for drawing. Little did I know it would also become my preference for writing as well! I researched quality, beginner-level pens, and the Lamy Safari seemed to dominate the recommendations. After having used it daily for almost a month, I can understand why.It writes almost immediately every single time I pick it up to draw or write. And the rare times the ink doesn't flow immediately, just a couple of scratches on the page gets it going. It didn't take long for the triangular shape of the grip to feel very natural and comfortable in my ... MoreI've been illustrating since I could comfortably hold a pen or pencil. In an effort to find and use a more sustainable product and put less single-use plastic into the environment, I decided that a fountain pen was a good way to go for drawing. Little did I know it would also become my preference for writing as well! I researched quality, beginner-level pens, and the Lamy Safari seemed to dominate the recommendations. After having used it daily for almost a month, I can understand why.It writes almost immediately every single time I pick it up to draw or write. And the rare times the ink doesn't flow immediately, just a couple of scratches on the page gets it going. It didn't take long for the triangular shape of the grip to feel very natural and comfortable in my hand. I bought the extra-fine, which is a nice width, but I also like that you can use it upside-down to get an even finer line. Of course, the grip changes when it's upside-down, but it's not bothersome to me.The only thing I didn't care for right out of the box was a sharp edge along the cap. Since I use the pen posted, that sharp edge rubbed in the fleshy part of my hand. I took some fine sandpaper and sanded it down just a smidge to round it off. Since the plastic is the same color throughout, you can't even tell it was sanded, and now, it feels perfect! I highly recommend the Lamy Safari if you're looking for quality, value, and dependability. #sweepstakes... Show more
Cheryl
originally posted on dickblick.com
Safari Fountain Pen Extra Fine / Yellow
A Lamy Safari is such a good pen, it's hard to justify buying anything more expensive when you're buying a fountain pen. It's a reliable writer, the clip is practical and attaches to shirt or bag pockets without any issues. They're significantly more affordable than more expensive models that are made out of premium resin material (Safaris are made out of the same plastic as Lego). The converter is holds plenty of ink. There's a reason it's considered one of the best entry level pens. They're a great mix of form and function.This is my second Lamy Safari, my first is a bright red. Happy with the purchase.... Show more
Anonymous
originally posted on milligram.com
Wow! Even better than I expected!
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!... Show more
Raymond P.
originally posted on gouletpens.com
