How does it compare In quality to Moleskin notebooks?

I have a moleskin now and it sucks in comparison. The Amazon one is sturdier. I heard that older moleskins were better but this is my first so idk. I use a fine to medium fountain pen and I prefer the paper in the Amazon notebook.

Is the paper fountain pen friendly?

Reading responses from 2 years ago and want to update. They must have started off using better quality stock than they do now. This paper is NOT fountain pen friendly. It is very thin. Even if you tried to put a spare sheet behind the page you’re writing on, it’s still going to bleed through the back. So you won’t be able to write front-and-back on every page. Hopefully that makes sense. I’ve used a lot of different types of paper and honestly, this is literally (not misusing that word) the worst paper in a notebook that I’ve purchased in at least the past 20 years.

Will sharpies bleed through?

Sharpies are alcohol ink and will bleed through just about all paper.

240 individual sheets of paper or 240 front to back (so 120 sheets)?

120 sheets. 240 when counting both sides.

Amazon Basics Classic Lined Writing Notebook for Note Taking and Journaling, Hardcover with Elastic Closure, 240 Pages, 5" x 8.25", Black

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📏Compact 5" x 8.25" portable size

📖240 acid-free lined pages

🔒Elastic closure for secure carry

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🖋️ Capture brilliance anywhere, anytime—because your ideas deserve the best!

SLEEK PORTABLE - Compact 5" x 8.25" size fits effortlessly in your bag or workspace for ultimate mobility.
SECURE YOUR THOUGHTS - Durable hardcover with elastic closure keeps your ideas safe on the go.
BOOKMARK YOUR PROGRESS - Built-in bookmark lets you pick up right where you left off—no time wasted.
STAY ORGANIZED ALWAYS - Expandable inner pocket stores loose papers, receipts, or inspiration snippets.
ENDLESS IDEAS ONE NOTEBOOK - 240 smooth, acid-free pages perfect for notes, journaling, and brainstorming.

The Amazon Basics Classic Lined Writing Notebook offers 240 acid-free, lined pages bound in a sturdy hardcover with an elastic closure. Its compact 5" x 8.25" size and expandable inner pocket make it an ideal companion for professionals and creatives who value durability, organization, and style in their everyday note-taking and journaling.

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