In the world of collectible pens, there is a common misunderstanding that price equals quality. True enthusiasts know, however, that when it comes to pens, price equals the cost of materials and labor. With a little extra added in for profit of course. The reality is that no matter how shiny or sleek, a pen’s real value is tangled up in the way it performs on paper. Regardless of the precious metals forged into the barrel or adorning the clip. The Lamy Safari and the Lamy Studio are two excellent examples of pens that have a modest price but have a great value.
In Swahili, safari means, “long journey”, which fits well with Lamy, a company that has been producing high-quality pens for decades. The Lamy Safari is a reasonably priced line of multicolored pens that steal from the design features of Lamy’s higher cost writing instruments. High-cost metals and gemstones have been swapped out with rigid ABS plastic that gives the pen a more affordable price, without sacrificing the feel of other Lamy lines. The contours of the barrel mold to the hand to reduce fatigue and a sturdy functional clip keeps the pen from rolling off any table. The Safari comes in ballpoint, fountain and rollerball styles.
The Lamy Studio is the modern art twin of the Safari. The Studio has a much more refined presence without being pretentious. The barrel of the Studio is wide and metallic, with pin-straight lines, making it easy on the eyes as well as the grip. Having a barrel of metal gives the Studio a substantial weight that feels good in the hand. What is most striking about the Lamy’s Studio is the clip, which has a half twist that adds a very museum-piece like quality to the overall look of the pen. The Studio also comes in ballpoint, fountain and rollerball styles.
Go ahead and spend some time looking through the wonderful pens that Lamy has to offer at Executive Essentials. But, as you do look, don’t forget to take into account that price doesn’t always mean quality. There is a slew of great pen deals at Executive Essentials on pens that won’t break the bank. A modestly priced pen like the Safari and Studio can give you excellent writing quality and aesthetics as well. And, they make perfect gifts for any time of the year.
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