Lamy Safari Fountain Pen, Charcoal

Q: 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.

Q: 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?

Q: 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.

Q: 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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Brand
Lamy
Writing instrument form
Fountain Pen
Colour
black
Ink Colour
Blue
Age Range (Description)
Adult

🖤Charcoal Black Body

🖋️Fine Point Nib

🇩🇪German Engineering

Frequently Bought Together

Lamy Safari Fountain Pen - Charcoal - Fine

Lamy Z28 Converter for fountain pen models Abc, AL-star, joy, Lx, nexx, nexx M, safari, vista

Lamy Black T10 Ink Cartridges, 5/pk (LT10BKB)

Description

🖊️ Write Your Legacy with Style!

SLEEK STYLISH - The charcoal black ABS plastic body combines durability with a modern aesthetic, perfect for the professional.
CRAFTED IN GERMANY - Trust in the quality of Lamy, a brand synonymous with precision and excellence.
DESIGNED FOR COMFORT - The click-off cap ensures easy access while the ergonomic design fits perfectly in your hand.
ELEVATE YOUR WRITING - Experience the smooth flow of ink with a fine point nib that transforms every word into art.
VERSATILE INK OPTIONS - Includes a Lamy T10 blue cartridge and a Z24 ink converter for endless creativity.

The Lamy Safari Fountain Pen in Charcoal is a premium writing instrument featuring a fine point nib, a sleek ABS plastic body, and includes both a blue ink cartridge and an ink converter, all crafted with precision in Germany.

Specifications

Manufacturer	Lamy, C. Josef Lamy GmbH, D-69111 Heidelberg, Germany
Brand	Lamy
Model Number	L17F
Colour	black
Closure	Click-Off Cap
Pencil Lead Degree (Hardness)	F
Material	Metal
Number of Items	1
Size	1 count (Pack of 1)
Point Type	Fine
Ink Colour	Blue
Manufacturer Part Number	L17F
Manufacturer	Lamy
Country of Origin	Germany

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