Why did my pen begin skipping and not writing at all? I put in a new cartridge and same thing. If nib is clogged, how do I clean it?

A few suggestions for your problem, Warren. Firstly, I've found that cartridges just don't work as well as bottled ink. For cleaning, remove the cartridge, insert a converter, and fill the pen with plain (preferably filtered) luke warm water from a glass and empty it out. Do this a few times until the water coming out of the pen is clear. If you don't have a converter then unscrew the nib, drop the whole assembly in the glass and rinse it in the water, changing the water until clear. I suggest cleaning the nib in this way every time you fill it.

How does it compare to Pilot Metropolitan in writing experience? Which one is a smoother writer?

There are so many variable combinations (ink, paper, nib size...) it's hard to give a definitive answer. I own both pens. My Metropolitan is much smoother than my Safari. Asian nibs are finer, so a Pilot M is going to be more like a Lamy F. If using a good bottled ink with a converter, you may find the Pilot M to be a bit wet. Both write well on copier-grade paper, but you may find the Lamy to be a bit scratchier. Beyond that, it kind of comes down to aesthetics. Do you like the modern lines and materials of the Lamy, or the classic, smooth lines of the Pilot?

How "fine" is the fine tip? How does it compare to the other Lamy tip widths (extra-fine, medium)?

It is not a fine tip in my opinion. It is smooth and has a generous width in its imprint, so for this reason it could easily be called a medium.

Can you change the nib to another LAMY nib of another size?

Absolutely. Lamy nibs come in EF, F, M, B, 1.1 stub, 1.5 stub, 1.9 stub and are all interchangeable. I love the 1.1 stub and 1.5 stub and the extra flair they give my handwriting.

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Lamy safari umbra Fountain Pen with Ergonomic Grip and Black Steel Nib in Line Width F Robust ASA Plastic Includes Ink Cartridge T 10 Blue Right-Handed

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Age range (description)
Adult
Brand
Lamy
Colour
black / black
Ink colour
Blue
Writing instrument form
Fountain Pen

✋Ergonomic Contoured Grip

🖤Durable Charcoal Black ABS Body

✒️0.5mm Fine Black Steel Nib

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Description

✒️ Write Your Success Story with Lamy Safari

CARRY CONFIDENCE - Equipped with a sturdy metal clip, perfect for professionals on the move.
COMFORT MEETS CONTROL - Ergonomic recessed grip ensures fatigue-free writing during long brainstorming sessions.
PRECISION WRITING EVERY TIME - Experience flawless 0.5mm fine nib strokes that elevate your notes and signatures.
READY TO WRITE OUT OF THE BOX - Includes a high-capacity Lamy T10 blue ink cartridge for smooth, consistent flow.
BUILT TO LAST DESIGNED TO IMPRESS - Crafted from robust ASA plastic with a sleek charcoal black finish for timeless style.

The Lamy Safari Umbra Fountain Pen combines a fine 0.5mm black steel nib with an ergonomic contoured grip and durable charcoal black ASA plastic body. Designed for right-handed professionals, it includes a blue ink cartridge and a metal clip, making it a stylish, reliable writing instrument favored by millennials who value precision and comfort.

Specifications

ASIN	B000FA5DRK
Additional Features	Ergonomic
Age Range Description	Adult
Animal Theme	no animal theme
Artistic Charcoal Form	Willow Charcoal
Best Sellers Rank	#6,940 in Office Products ( See Top 100 in Office Products ) #30 in Fountain Pens
Body Shape	Round
Brand Name	Lamy
Closure Type	Click-Off Cap
Color	black / black
Country of Publication	Germany
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (2,617)
Drill Point	Fine
Global Trade Identification Number	00021274030630, 00300715378846, 00300715384618, 00626268241780, 00626268241841, 00780746531555, 00799198311196, 00887906135056, 04014519030614, 04014519030638, 04014519038863, 04014519271055, 05697020018327
Grip Type	Contoured
Hand Orientation	Right
Hardness	F
Included Components	Ink Cartridge
Ink Base	Water
Ink Color	Blue
Item Diameter	1.2 Centimeters
Item Dimensions	21.1 x 3 x 19.1 centimeters
Item Type Name	Fountain pen
Item Weight	9 Grams
Line Size	0.5mm
Manufacturer	Lamy
Material Type	Plastic
Model Name	safari
Model Number	L17F
Pattern	1 Pack
Recommended Uses For Product	Calligraphy, Writing
Style	Fine nib
Theme	Classic
UPC	626268241841 780746531555 021274030630 799198311196 626268241780 887906135056 300715378846 300715384618
Unit Count	1 Count
Water Resistance Level	Not Water Resistant
Writing Instrument Form	Fountain Pen
Writing Technique	fountain pen

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