LAMY safari umbra - Fountain Pen with ergonomic grip & polished steel nib in size F - ideal for any Writing & Calligraphy - including LAMY T 10 blue cartridge - Right-Handed

Quick Review:Positives:+ Smooth nib out of the box+ Easily replaceable nib, as nibs are sold by Lamy.+ Lightweight, so fatigue is unlikely+ Durable, difficult to break with accidental blunt force.+ Is able to maintain ink flow without drying for a long time.Negatives:+ Two indentations on the grip section force you to grip the pen in the "correct" way.+ Some ink stains may be very difficult to remove, ruining the demonstrator.The Lamy Vista is a great pen for a great price. I have found that Lamy pens always write well straight out of the box, especially compared to brands that may use Bock or Jowo nibs. It uses the same nib as the Lamy Safari, AL-star as well as the Lamy Studio, so you can be sure it will be a good writing experience.The pen is made from durable ABS plastic according to Lamy, and I can attest to this. I have dropped my Safaris many times, and I am not too gently with the Vista either, and they still work great, with the worst damage being a few scratches, just make sure to keep the cap on while not in use, to prevent the pen falling on the nib, which will cause functional damage, and possibly result in the pen drying out as wellThere is no real difference between this pen, and the Lamy Safari, other than the body being clear. The Safari also comes with an ink window so the clear body on the Vista is purely for aesthetic purposes.The price is not too different from the Lamy AL-star which is made from aluminium, so if you prefer a slightly heavier pen with a metallic look and feel, that may be the better option for you, however do consider that the AL-star is susceptible to denting.Although you can swap the nib out for different sizes (the Vista uses the Z50 nib), you cannot so easily swap out the feed, so make sure to practice good pen hygiene and clean out the pen if you are not using it.The Lamy Vista usually doesn't come with a converter, both the Z28 and Z27 converters will work. However, I recommend getting the Z27, as it can be used in other pens such as the Lamy Studio as well, but you can still get the Z28 if you like the colour. If you get the Z27, make sure you secure the converter properly, as without the nubs on the Z28, the converter being properly secured isn't as obvious.Overall, I recommend the Lamy Vista if you like the aesthetics, but I highly recommend you take a look at the Safari. The Safari is often cheaper, and comes it many cool colours, including yearly special editions.

I was afraid I will receive a counterfeit product after seeing a lot of folks on Reddit warning about fake Lamy products, there are even YT videos showing how to spot a fake Lamy. I followed all the instructions and my copy is original Lamy. I even compared it side to side to the copy of a friend who bought his from a reputable shop ,and they are identical in all details. Also the quality of writing is amazing, I wasn't expecting it to be so well made considering the price. It can cause issues to anyone not used to the triangle grip, but I personally adapted easily, you just need to keep it straight, it works best that way, and no side spinning as the models with rounded grip.

Beautiful pen! I bought it along with the ink converter z24, which fit perfectly and easily. Once I managed to find the right ink for sketching, it flowed smoothly across the paper. Very comfortable to hold and sturdy too. I particularly like the fine nib that it came with.

My husband is very pleased with this pen with one minor grumble. He bought the converter which did not fit well and when he finally got it into place, it had split the plastic where it is inserted. This however, has not impaired the use of the pen. He bought a bottle of permanent ink, secifically for foundtain pens, which does not clog up the pen and he says it always writes immediately when he has not used it for several days.

I like it's easy smooth on paper. I'm left handed so its comfortable writing stop my hand hurting. So thank you.

As someone who loves fountain pens and owns many LAMY pens, the LAMY Safari Violet-Blackberry is an absolute standout in my collection. The deep, rich violet color with black accents looks stunning, and the signature Safari design is as comfortable as ever. The ergonomic grip makes writing effortless, even for long sessions, and the polished steel M nib glides smoothly across the page with just the right amount of ink flow.Like all LAMY Safari pens, it’s built to last, with a lightweight but durable body that feels great in hand. The ink cartridges and converter system make refilling easy, and the snap-on cap keeps it secure without fuss. It’s a perfect balance of style, function, and reliability.Whether jotting down notes or writing for pleasure, this pen makes every word feel special. Another fantastic addition to my LAMY collection!

Brilliant pen, well packaged and safely delivered. Quite a find for fountain pen enthusiast

Feet great to write with and the ink viewer window very useful