There are several versions of this pen. The Safari is made of colour plastic, the Vista is the clear plastic version, the Al-Star is made from aluminium, and finally Lx is made from aluminium in metallic colours.
The Lamy Safari is still a very popular fountain pen even today. People love this pen model as an inexpensive starter fountain pen. They come in a variety of different colours. Each year, Lamy releases at least one special edition year making them highly collectible.
There are many things that make the Safari so popular. It is durable, practical and inexpensive, perfect for everyday use. The many colours mean people can choose a colour they like or collect several. The nibs are removable making them easy to try different nib sizes.
The Safari was designed by Bernt Spiegel and the design has remained the same since 1980.
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The long clip is instantly recognisable and very practical. It slides easily onto a pocket or notebook.
The ink window allows you to see the amount of ink left in the pen.
The triangular grip section encourages an ergonomic hold on the pen. The grip section flares towards the nib to stop the fingers from slipping down.
The cap is a snap-cap, making it easy to remove and posts securely at the back of the pen.
It is obvious this pen was made with a lot of intention. Its popularity is proof that a well-designed pen lasts forever.
