This is a writing sample review of the Lamy Safari fountain pen.
The Lamy Safari has been the go-to fountain pen for hundreds of thousands of people since it was introduced in 1980.
The Safari was originally designed to help German schoolchildren learn to write with a pen. However, it soon attracted attention from older fountain pen users and those who liked the idea of a nice fountain pen, but not the price of a luxury pen.
Lamy Safari Features
The Safari has an unusual triangular grip to make holding it more comfortable and encourage proper letter formation. The ink-level window tells you exactly when to replace the cartridge or fill up with ink.
Made from durable ABS plastic, and combined with a long-lasting wire pocket clip, your Safari will last you many years.
Forty years since its introduction, the Safari is still a firm favourite with children learning to write as well as collectors hunting for the limited edition colours.
It’s not surprising to learn that the Safari has won many awards, and is popular all over the world.
Other uses
Thanks to its nib, the Safari makes calligraphy and writing in styles such as Kanji both possible and popular. The standard nib on this fountain pen makes it suitable for many left-handers too.
So, the no-fuss Lamy Safari is the perfect way to get (back) into using a fountain pen and show off some of your personality too.
As well as being used for writing, this fountain pen is popular with artists who choose to draw in pen too. With a wide choice of inks and nib sizes, there is a lot of ground that this pen covers no matter what style you draw in.
Lamy Safari availability
The Lamy Safari is available almost everywhere and so you’ll often find it in dedicated stationery stores, many high-street retailers and online too.
Thanks to its performance, value and popularity, even experienced, long-term fountain pen users, pen snobs and collectors alike will nod in appreciation when they see you using your Safari.
Conclusion
Perhaps like those items such as watches, cars, guitars, clothing and cameras that seem to punch well above their weight, the Lamy Safari well and truly holds its own against significantly more expensive and desirable fountain pens.
Whether you spend your days in a classroom writing essays, taking notes in meetings, or signing contracts, the Safari is the perfect pen for you.
Available in a wide range of colours, including regular special editions, you’re bound to find one or two you like.
The Safari costs around £20 for the pen, which often includes a cartridge or two, meaning you’re getting excellent value for money.
In fact, having written this, I’m looking for another one to add to my Lamy Safari collection!
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