The pages aren't numbered but it looks to hold about the same amount as a composition notebook of 100 pages. They are thick pieces of paper.

do G2 pens bleed through?

I use G2 pens exclusively with my Moleskine and I don't find that they bleed through, BUT there is some ghosting, particularly with the 0.7 or thicker. The 0.38 is good and doesn't have any bleeding or ghosting but it is too fine a point for my preference so I use the 0.5 and that's a happy compromise. Ghosting is negligible, bleed through non-existent... BUT, to be perfectly, candid, I am almost done with my Moleskine and I won't buy another one. Partly because the paper isn't really conducive to any type of pen other than a rollerball (ugh): I primarily use fountain pens and the Moleskine is horrible for those and the gel pens (I only use G2 when I use a gel pen) leaves little globs of gel on the paper so I do get a lot of smudging. Doesn't happen with my Rhodia books (my preference) or the couple of STM (Scribbles that Matter) books I've tried.

Does this open to lay flat? Do you need anything to hold it down so it lays flat when opened?

It lays flat once it's been opened a few times. I don't remember having any issues with mine when I bought it, and I have it with me right now!

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Moleskine Classic Notebook, Notebook With Plain Pages, Hard Cover and Elastic Closure, Black, Large, 13 x 21 cm, 240 Pages

Moleskine Classic Notebook, Notebook With Plain Pages, Hard Cover and Elastic Closure, Black, Large, 13 x 21 cm, 240 Pages

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Brand
Moleskine
Colour
Black
Cover material
Polypropylene
Pages
240
Product dimensions
21L x 12.7W x
Ruling type
Plain

📄240 Plain Ivory Pages

📏13 x 21 cm Large Size

🔒Elastic Closure + Expandable Pocket

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🖋️ Elevate your ideas with the notebook that means business.

TRUSTED LEGACY - Crafted in Italy with a 4.7-star rating from 2,850+ professionals who demand quality.
SEAMLESS USABILITY - Opens flat at 180° for comfortable writing and sketching anywhere, anytime.
EFFORTLESS ORGANIZATION - Built-in bookmark and expandable back pocket ensure you never lose track of your notes.
UNMATCHED CLASSIC DESIGN - Iconic hardcover with elastic band keeps your ideas secure and stylish.
PREMIUM WRITING EXPERIENCE - 240 acid-free, ivory 70 g/m² pages provide a smooth, bleed-resistant canvas for creativity.

The Moleskine Classic Notebook is a premium, large-sized (13 x 21 cm) hardcover journal featuring 240 plain, acid-free ivory pages. Designed for professionals and creatives alike, it includes an elastic closure, built-in bookmark, and expandable back pocket for ultimate organization. Crafted in Italy with a legacy of quality, it opens flat at 180° for ease of use and is highly rated by thousands of users worldwide.

Specifications

ASIN	8883701143
Best Sellers Rank	10,833 in Stationery & Office Supplies ( See Top 100 in Stationery & Office Supplies ) 93 in Composition Notebooks
Binding	Hardcover
Brand	Moleskine
Brand Name	Moleskine
Colour	Black
Country of Origin	Italy
Cover Material	Polypropylene (PP)
Cover material	Polypropylene (PP)
Customer Reviews	4.7 out of 5 stars 2,850 Reviews
Global Trade Identification Number	09788883701146
Item Dimensions L x W x Thickness	21L x 12.7W x 1.6Th centimetres
Item Weight	0.27 Kilograms
Manufacturer	Moleskine
Number of Items	1
Number of Pages	240
Pages	240
Paper Size	A5
Pattern	Single
Product Warranty	Il produttore garantisce il prodotto per 90 giorni dalla data di acquisto.
Ruling Type	Plain
Sheet size	A5
Special Feature	Bookmark, Hard Cover
Style	Plain
Theme	City
UPC	844087000191
Unit Count	1.0 count

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