The pen that teaches you to love fountain pens — the Safari's triangular grip corrects writing posture, the nib produces a clean consistent line from day one, and the cartridge/converter system works with standard cartridges or bottled ink. Made in Germany to Lamy's exacting standards. The most recommended starter fountain pen in the world.
Japan's best mid-range fountain pen — the Custom 74's 14k gold nib is the point at which nib quality becomes clearly apparent in everyday writing. The gold flexes subtly with writing pressure, making handwriting feel more individual. Pilot's cartridge/converter system is excellent, the transparent barrel lets you monitor ink level, and the Japanese craftsmanship is evident in every detail.
The pen that defined what a premium pen should be — the Meisterstück 149 has been made in Hamburg since 1952. The 18k gold nib is hand-finished and tested individually before leaving the factory, the piston fill holds more ink than any cartridge system, and writing with this pen is a genuinely different experience from any other. The pen that makes you want to write more.