After 3 years, will THESE replace my Lamy Safari pens?

For just over 3 years, I've used the same dual pen setup for my page executions, but a few months ago in the middle of my 6-month work trip, I bought two TWSBI pens and in this video, I test them out and answer my own question of LAMY vs TWSBI: Are they replacing my beloved Lamy Safari Fountain Pens setup?
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TIMELINE + LINKS
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0:00 Intro
🔗👉 Lamy Safari on Amazon: amzn.to/4byu1yU
🚨👆Mine are the 2021 Limited Edition Colorways called “Savannah Green” and “Terra Red”. You can still find them with higher likelihood searching at smaller retailers near you.
🔗👉 Travelers Company Notebook Regular Size on Amazon: amzn.to/4eNK4vh
🌏📍Eslite (SongYan Location) on Google Maps: maps.app.goo.gl/asEfbzosaYBYC...
✒️🔌 Everyone asks, so the dual pen clip is by a small company called “The Superior Labor” based in Japan. They truly are a small business so their pieces are quite difficult to find. The ONLY way I know how to get them is to search for “The Superior Labor Pen Clip + Your City/Country” and see what shows up. Chances are, they’ll be sold out, but most websites have a “notify me when back in stock” button where you can put your email in and get to try to snag one as soon as you get that email. The OTHER way to increase your chances is to physically go to Japan, but even then, it’s not a guarantee… so… don’t do that if that’s your SOLE reason for traveling lol.
0:32 Unboxing
🔗👉 TWSBI Diamond 580 AL-R on Amazon: amzn.to/4cq6EZA
🤓👆 IF you decide to buy, be sure to select the NIB SIZE you want.
🚨👆The “580 AL” (without the “R”) has a smooth aluminum grip, and of course, the “TWSBI ECO” is their most entry-level pen, which many argue is much better VALUE than the Safari… I disagree… but that’s because I’m VERY biased being STILL in love with my Lamy’s lol… so don’t listen to my opinion on this - research for yourself. But just in case you want to check them out:
🔗👉 TWSBI Diamond 580 AL (Non “R”) on Amazon: amzn.to/4eNa1uY
🔗👉 TWSBI ECO (Direct Lamy Safari Competitor) on Amazon: amzn.to/3xFA8U0
1:09 Initial Setup
🔗👉 “Yama-Guri” Brown Ink by Pilot on Amazon: amzn.to/3xE66jv
🚨👆The one I showed in the video is a lighter brown called "Tsukushi"
🔗👉 TWSBI Diamond 50 Ink Bottle on Amazon: amzn.to/45QHQar
🚨👆 COMPLETELY unnecessary, but very cool. PLEASE do NOT think you must buy this in order to refill a TWSBI Diamond 580.
2:03 First Impressions
🔗👉 Tactile Turn Bolt Action Pen: bit.ly/TactileTurnBoltActionPen
✅👆 They’ve been kind enough to let me share a 10% discount. Use code: MAURICEMOVES
3:14 Consideration 1
🔗👉 Mitutoyo Vernier Caliber on Amazon: amzn.to/3VNrI4R
3:37 Consideration 2
🔗👉 Travelers Notebook 003 Regular Refill on Amazon: amzn.to/3L7Zj4S
4:20 Consideration 3
🔗👉 Lamy Ink Cartridge (Pack of 5) on Amazon: amzn.to/3W35gpI
🔗👉 Lamy Ink Convertor on Amazon: amzn.to/3L6jwI1
🔗👉 Basting Syringe for Lamy Cleaning on Amazon: amzn.to/3xId5If
4:51 Consideration 4
5:29 Consideration 5
6:35 The Big Question
🔗👉 “Monteverde” Brown Ink Cartridge for Lamy on Amazon: amzn.to/3W2l645
🔗👉 Lamy Green Ink Cartridges on Amazon: amzn.to/3L3BFXd
7:24 What’s Next?
#EDC #Pen #FountainPen
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[@rossryan47]

My Twsbis cracked after a few months. My Lamys still going stong years later with no problems.

[@izzyg8316]

Lamys are like the tanks of fountain pens. 🤣

[@animeshnareda]

I personally believe TWSBI Swipe is the best option for EDC. The ECOs definitely are too brittle and always tend to Crack just in few months of use but Swipe or even Go are pretty good

[@CinkSVideo]

Welcome to Twsbi-verse. I would say the Twsbi Eco is a closer comparison to the Lamy Safari. I have Twsbi minis (one piston and one vacuum) that I use for travel. The huge ink capacity ensures that I will have more than enough for full week of writing from a single pen. The seals on the Twsbi are fantastic and there is very little evaporation from a pen that sits unused for weeks and even months, but also no leaks with pressure changes during flights or tossing about in a bag. TWSBI’s customer service is also very good. Because they encourage you to tinker with your pens it also means parts can be easily replace if damaged. I paid $5 shipping to replace the threaded section that had cracked. They responded same day. I’ve found the Twsbi nibs to be more consistent and compatible with a wider variety of inks than my Lamy’s (Al Stars for me). Both of these brands of pens are so affordable that you can buy several with multiple nib sizes. You can’t go wrong with either pen brand.

[@MitchellJBridges]

@@CinkSVideo TWSBI pens are trash. Jinhao is better.

[@tecnoinfo.1488]

Ok.... i prefer Lamy Safari..

[@ShinbiBelldandy]

I love how you go over all aspects of items you review & give respectful feedback. I can see the value in both items & I like that even though you prefer your original pens more, you found a way to use the new pens so you don’t waste money. Very smart!

[@michellestephenson1680]

I LOVE my TWSBIs. I also love my Safaris! I was glad to hear your solution for using both in different situations. Safaris are less precious, less of an ouch if they are damaged or lost during travel.

[@bkstarkey]

Oh, and try turning your nib parallel with the paper. It will smooth out. Their nibs are fantastic.

[@csikomas8910]

Sure, I have Twisbis too (good pricepoint), but one thing to consider after a few years, the acrylic 'may' crack, and there are more parts to malfunction, more maintenance, higher price. My Twisbi cap cracked, on its own, without being dropped. I purchased another one because I love seeing the ink inside and for the capacity. But I have way more Safaris EF with the steel nibs (way, way more because of all the color choices and price). I love the grip on the Safaris and the feel of the matte finish (I never enjoy the Aluminums or the shiny plastic Lamys), and the price point, as I said. I think the way you are carrying your Twisbis on the outside of your journal could end itself to scratches, dropping, which will lead possibly to cracking in the acrylic, so it's great that you learned to leave them at home. Dropping is the thing. We all do that, even at home. The cap click on the Lamy is secure in my own use, and better than the Twisbi screw cap, imo. Also, as you pointed out for travel, with Lamy Safari you can take the cartridges easily without mess or fuss, in multiple colours as opposed to porting ink bottles. But the Twisbis do look impressive in use, which makes them fun, however, so do the Lamys look impressive, really, esp if you match the outside color with the ink, and especially when compared to any traditional pen. Overall, while I love Twisbi, and have several (more than 3), I continue to collect Lamy Safari (although I have my favourites Lamy colors always in rotation), and always will love and collect them. I've recently tried the Metropolitan too, because of price point, and honestly if you like a pen that looks traditional (metal, cigar shape) for the money, the nib is excellent, however their capacity is not that good, but they are fancy looking. : ) Fun vid. Thanks.

[@5x9dev]

I love how much ink the TWSBI pens store in the barrel AND how they just fit and work with their ink bottles. Cleaning and swapping out inks is super easy. Give it a moment on the nibs to soften up a little.

[@JustkickinitG]

I’ve had constant issues with my twisbi and went back to the simple Lamy Safari.

[@robertcalkjr.8325]

I haven't had any problems with either of them. But I like the piston fill, so I just bought 4 more TWSBI Eco's. I gave my Lamy's to my grandbabies.

[@kathycullenstern9652]

Welcome to TWSBI world. You gave a clear, concise evaluation. Well done. The TWSBI mini was my first because that was what one of my students was using and he directed me to where he purchased it. I have Safaris, Ecos and 580s and enjoy them all. The 580s are worth the extra cost over the Ecos because of their ease of cleaning and nicer look. I use the Safaris frequently too.

[@bkstarkey]

Love the TWSBIs but ever. Single. One. Has cracked on me. 540, 580, and 3 ecos. And I’m VERY careful with mine and they are always in a case. Oh. And my ink wells leak too.

[@juuree_]

glad to see you using TWSBI now!! one of my favorite brands!

[@craft-o-matic399]

I think the Lamy Safari and the TWSBI pens are essential for every fountain pen collection. ❤

[@inadover]

Given they are prone to cracking issues, I wouldn't edc a twsbi. Specially "out in the open" like the safaris.

[@michaelgray9118]

For business I use the typical Parkers, Mont Blanc, and Dupont. But for EDC for non-business I have found the Kaweco (German) pens very compact and easy in the pocket. I have both fountain and ball pens. Take a look, good luck, thanks for the great content.

[@sherrycohen1824]

Thank you for showing us how to use the syringe to clean out a pen. I have been using LAMYs for decades, but I'm inclined to add more TWSBIs to my collection. I only have four so far!

[@ronaldarca]

Good choice on the ALRs! The TWSBI Diamond ALR and Safari are also my early go-to FPs for those no non-sense travels and client meetings. While the TWSBI Eco’s prone to cracking, the ALR holds up pretty well, esp paired with the ink well. I suggest to not leave ink in the inkwell as the metal rod can oxidize (my own experience) and become harder to clean after.

[@Rgc571]

Excellent presentation. I agree with “yes and no” enjoying both pen types. Thanks.

[@AverageZoeBlogs]

I was so excited to watch this! You had something to do with my fountain pen journey 😉 My first ones were a TWSBI Diamond Mini and a Kaweco Sport. I still don’t own a Lamy Safari though! I have quite a collection of TWSBIs now and I am a huge fan. The Diamond 580 is one of my favourites ❤

[@mdmcd6273]

I always carry a pen and paper. Never gave it much thought about the pen, as long as I had one. I intentionally sought out a Lamy fountain pen because I thought I should? Dedicated pieces of kit v.s. that disposable and whatever is on hand approach. Im happy with the purchase. Its not changed my life, but its a little something nice and I love it.

[@ChenyeTripp]

I’m harto the SF Pen Show in August and a Twisbi is definitely on my list.

[@narindernandra710]

Great video, I’ve been using both the Lamy Safari and the Twsbi Eco for over 5 years. They are both great fountain pens with their own merits.

[@KendallW]

Pros: Huge ink capacity, nib doesn't dry out, really cool looking. Cons: twist-off cap, long-term maintenance and cleaning. Love my TWSBI 580 ALR, I have the Prussian Blue also :)

[@ChrisBranch]

Love this! I'm thinking of going the other way; I bought my first fountain pen last year and made it the TWSBI 580. I write with it every day and love it, buuuuut I also love the design of the Safari. I'm now on the hunt for those limited edition versions from 2021 because I love the colour of the orange one! Thanks for the video 🙏☺️

[@barrysanaloginsights]

Those new pens are indeed lovely, but...the Lamys are superb with your TN, and did actually encourage me to get my own two aswell :)

[@darriba7]

Hi Maurice, really cool pens and EDC notebook! What is the dual pen holder you are using?

[@iburley_]

I own both of these pens and I ultimately came to a very similar conclusion. I do have both in my regular daily rotation but when it came time to buy a pen specifically for my backpack, another Safari was an easy choice. It's insanely durable for the weight, you can just keep a couple spare cartridges with it for refills, it writes on the dryer side (especially with their own inks) so it's a safe bet with lower quality paper, and it just always works. Didn't hurt that the "strawberry" limited edition also fit my general preference to make as many of my backpack items a striking vibrant red so I'm less likely to leave it someplace on accident.

[@angelus_solus]

I totally swapped out my Safari for a Diamond 580 ALR; the new black variety. I needed something with greater ink capacity and a screw cap so the nib won't dry. I actually had a full Safari converter dry up on me. That turned me off. I'm a lot more happy now and don't see the need to buy any more fountain pens.

[@johntwahl]

I know this is about the TWSBI, but I love the base hit to home run model to gauge ideal outcomes in a spectrum. I would love to see more of how you plan and run discovery or strategy meetings

[@Addicted2Planning]

Maurice, love your content! I just received TSL double pen clip from Baum Kuchen. Do you remove yours every time you want to write in your TN?

[@b1al3x37]

Do you know of any EDC notebooks small enough to fit into the front pocket of a eastpak the one bag, and, whats the pen holder on your notebook?

[@JohnLaudun]

What's that leather holder for a pair of pens? I use Kawecos and this looks perfect.

[@GC12345]

Both the Safari and the 580ALR are excellent pens and definitely provide, in my opinion, some of the best value one can get in fountain pens. They are both great as daily drivers.

[@DRC0910]

What’s the clip that you put on your notebook to hold your pens?

[@sarvanm826]

Nice, 7:28 what’s the green pouch any link please ?

[@zirbengeist5317]

I would like a link to the pen clip that you use on your journal

[@MarcusCreates]

Loved this video Maurice. I’ve never tried one so will keep an eye out for one. I’m a big fan of Lamy Safari for the money. 💪🏼

[@Skreach666]

what was that oen loop attachment thingy in the beginning?

[@SshanIcsS]

My tip would be Kaweco. The oldest fountain pen manufacturer in Germany. Once you've written with a Kaweco, you don't want to go back. The entry-level model costs only 20 bugs.

[@bseng]

I've been using the TWSBI 580 series pens for about 3 months and they provide such a nice writing experience. I really like how much ink the pen is able to store and how easy it is to maintain the pen.

[@marcparadise441]

I will ship you the two I bought. Cleaned and cleaned and they always have a dry start. I hope you have better luck!

[@haroldmarenger3435]

Both pens are good products and offer the user a lot of pen for the price. As you said, it comes down to how the pen feels in your hand while in use, and how convenient it is to use. Another consideration is ink flow/wettness as you write with the pen. My Lamys tend to be a little “drier” and the ink bleeds through less than with my TWSBIs (but this is a combination of ink, paper and nib). The Lamy I am currently using gives me the exact feedback that I want when I write. I have both (Lamy and TWSBI) and like them both. I tend to use the Lamy more than the TWSBI, because the Lamy has a friction fit cap and is just more convenient to use. I have had my Lamy Safaris for over 10 years and they have always worked. You can also get a new nib for $14 to $16 USD, and the nib can be changed without emptying the ink. My early TWSBIs had crazing issues and eventually cracked; I sent note to TWSBI and they replaced the pen-their customer service has been great, as has my experience with Lamy. If you can help it, try not to take your pen apart too often-only when absolutely necessary because over time you can wear out the plastic parts, and you do have to make sure the piston “lead” screw is replaced correctly so it works optimally. You can save a few Lamy empty cartridges and cut off the back end and fit it to a bulb syringe, which makes it a little easier to quickly flush out your Lamy (sometimes it can be a little difficult to flush out the nib section, and this gives you better fit). Interesting video. Thanks! 🖋️✒️🖊️🔏🙂✍️

[@piplup10203854]

Welcome to the Twsbi-verse :D we have the same pens 😃 been using Twsbi's for years and I own Lamy's but my every day use is my Twsbi and now I am trying my first Kaweco sport, just waiting for it to ship but I been reaching a small fine nib for quick sketchnoting and lots of little drawings but I want a smaller fountain pen but not the experience and so I got my first one but that Prussian blue and I need to grip a lot more relaxed so I think it will be a better fit :)

[@JanjanPerez]

Fountain pen afficionado here. I own both kinds of pens. The TWSBI nibs are superior to the Safari’s but the TWSBI barrels are also very brittle and easily crack when they fall. Considering how rigorous your travels and usage are, the TWSBI 580’s won’t serve your needs adequately

[@MitchellJBridges]

TWSBI pens just use Jowo nibs. Nothing special. Parker makes the best nibs as far I've seen.

[@JanjanPerez]

@@MitchellJBridges Yes. But Jowo nibs are still better than a Lamy Safari's nibs, IMO. The Lamy 2000 is, of course, another matter, as their nibs are immensely better

[@jazenka99]

Thank you Maurice, I have now so much EDC that I can open a shop.

Any idea where I can get a Savanah Green Safari?

[@Mannyd_nyc]

Great video! I’ve been on the search for a new fountain pen and I think I’m sold here lol. Question though! Any problems flying with the Lamy or any fountain pen? I’ve heard they can bleed because of the pressure. Do you usually take the cartridge out or is it not really an issue? Thanks!!

[@grahamluther9394]

Hi. My wife says she flew with her fountain pen for the first time in 1983 as an older child with her fountain pen used at school for years, and has taken pens with a converter full of ink meant to last for a postcard writing session during the holiday in her bag about 15x2-way trips in her lifetime to date. She's so surprised to hear online that people are expecting their fountain pens to burst ink like a bottle of champagne or a firework or just pour out uncontrollably. She'd never even heard that could be a problem and nothing like that has EVER happened with any fountain pen she's ever taken on a plane. She does keep them upright and that's it. She can vouch for the following pens, 1982 Papermate metal fountain pen with cartridge converter flown long-haul to SEAsia in 1983 & 1995 stolen in 1997 at work (grrr!!!) but a secondhand model found in 2012 (joyous!) and also flown with. Has also flown with, a Parker Vector fitted with cartridge, a 1970's Platignum Varsity (Pressmatic) and lastly, an AT Cross Year of the Dragon 2012 with the Sauvage body style (now discontinued) with cartridge converter. All pens flown were always freshly bottle filled beforehand with cartridges taken as back ups. Inks used - mainly Parker Quink permanent black in younger years. Since 2012 on recommendation by pen seller as with a good core range of colours, suitable for gold nib on the Cross Dragon pen, would be Montblanc's Lavender Purple and Irish Green. Also works well with all my other pens. Cross ink which was then made by Pelikan and same as their 4001 ink range also 'flew' without issue. Brian Goulet of Goulet Pens has a 'travelling with fountain pens' video on KZbin. If you've never flown with fountain pens before you may wish to put your pen in a Ziploc bag with some toilet tissue (very fast to absorb), but my wife has never even thought to do that and so doesn't know if air inside the bag will cause any pressure differentials. She bought a Visconti Travelling Inkwell on offer with birthday gift money 2 yrs before the Pandemic year 2020 but no chance to fly and try it yet. Thinks if you're worried to fly with full pens maybe travel with empty ones and take a small ink bottle in Ziploc bag wadded with t paper, or cartridges. She doesn't remember anyone ever complaining their pen had leaked on a plane, any more than they'd think a pencil might! She doesn't know where this thinking you're lucky if you escape a fountain pen leak on a plane, even came from, or started in the first place🙄. In Pandemic year she cheered herself up with trying a Lamy Safari in Mango in 2020 during Lockdown. For a try of a Chinese domestic market pen, bought a HongDian Rainbow Forest pen in 2023. In April this year we both bought a TWSBI for the first time. So, four extra fountain pens to take on a plane next time, and not give a single second thought to doing so. Get your pens out on a trip and sharing your life. Just keep them upright as usual, and... go ! 😎🖋🖊✈🌏🌎🌍 Enjoy!

[@swaewithme]

But the pen holders that clip onto the notebook. What are those?

[@nibpicky]

My favorite pen of many is my TWISBI Diamond Mini.

[@FGBFGB-vt7tc]

Thanks for the Video! I have yet to get a Lamy or a TWSBY. When you mention the 30 USD cost does it include the converter? If not, how much does the math changes? From my perspective, Lamy seems like a more boring pen but also more reliable as far as ease of replace and repair on the fly. Also more flexible as you can have both cartridge and converters so you can juggle between their advantages and disadvantages. At this moment I have my fill of fountain pens, but being curious over a potential purchase is never bad

[@damionf8987]

Good choices with the TWSBI. I prefer them to my Lamy Safari. I also love the large ink capacity

[@dangermandave67]

I'll be interested to hear how you get on with these. I've had a couple of bad experiences with TWSBI pens. The plastic they used was prone to cracking. Hopefully they've fixed that problem. Let's see.

[@parveezsaligh9248]

Ahh the new fountain pen experience 🤓

[@raffa10110]

Have you ever had a pen leak when flying? is that a thing that can happen? I worry bout that happening when I fly with a fountain pen.

[@frauseo]

I tried the Lamy and did not fit my writing style. Hated the constrain of the flat grip. I absolutely love the faber castell hexo. What os that pen holder and where can it be bought?

[@DrBrito]

That dual holder for Safari is something I'd love to have, quite hard to find here in Germany.

[@bct228]

Having used TWSBI for about five years now, I experienced cracking on my pen, especially at the cap where the screw thread is. While I am very careful with my pens and I never dropped them, the only possible reason for the crack is perhaps when I screw the cap back on the pen. Still, reasonably, I don't screw them down hard. Just normal force and I stop when it doesn't go any further. So yeah, this is the first thing that I am frustrating about. Another thing that frustrates me is the maintenance. I like to clean the pen thoroughly every time I finish the ink in it. When I have to take them apart, putting them back is the biggest pain in the ass, especially when you have to screw back the piston and the metal part doesn't aligned with the plastic body that well. I have to slowly find the beginning of the thread and screw it down. Any mistake will result in the metal thread damaging the thread on the plastic body. Very annoying. I think this is something to think about too. On the plus side, I do enjoy the large ink capacity which I can use it for a long time and reduce the frequency of refilling. However, I believe maintenance is still a very important part of owning a fountain pen. Therefore, I don't think I will be buying anymore TWSBI fountain pens until they have some improvements to address the problems that I faced with the pen.

[@next_rabbit_hole]

2:50 LOLLLLLL 🤣 came here to hate on switching from LAMY, they're just so dang good... but that refilling & ink chamber 😱

[@ting280]

I like the vista with a black Monteverde. I'm going to try an ef nib, and soon I want to try a twsbi

[@smallphilosophies]

Like seeing you branch out to new products. TWSBIs are a nice premium addition to your EDC. Taiwanese products FTW!

[@daemon.mythos]

The Prussian Blue 580 ALR was my very first actual fountain pen. I had been using Chinese knockoffs for a few months beforehand to see if I liked fountain pens.

[@MiScusi69]

Very nice video!

[@bhavyabansal484]

Please link the green Porsches!

[@DowntheBreatherHole]

TWSBI pens are nice, but they are delicate compared to the Safari. Both of my TWSBI Ecos are cracked. Meanwhile, all of my Lamy pens are going strong.

[@jordanjtbraun]

I love my Lamy Safari and my Kaweco Lilliput. Next pen on my to get list is the glow in the dark TWSBI

[@bernardibrahim]

I had an old pilot 78g Now im not sure if i won the lottery there but mine felt so good to use, so smooth. I certainly put a converter there and unlike the safari, the ink never dried out if not used (is this a common issue anyone?) I lost that pen and its not available anywhere where i live. I missed that pen

[@bryanfunk4151]

The TWSBI pens are great. I have 10 and use them with different colors in office or home. I don’t carry in a plane for travel.

[@Jay-ql4gp]

Yes! I have a Lamy Vista and that is the pen I take to work. I love it. And the clip doubles as a built in pen stand! At home I have two TWSBI's, the Eco in Saffron I think it's called. It's orange. And I have a Vac700 R with a broad nib. Few things beat the TWSBI on their ability to write after having not used them for some time. My only problem with the Lamy is the grip section. It's a bit too small for my hand and I find myself having to adjust it each time I use it. And the converter size. TWSBI's will spoil you on ink capacity. Especially the Vac700! Instead of oil tanker, I call it my ink tanker. lol

[@misstubbie1313]

I have tried both the Safari and TWISBI ECO's and prefer the TWISBIS. They fit my small hand like a glove and feel like an extension of my fingers. For some reason, I never felt equally comfortable with the Lamy Safaris. Which are fine writing instruments. I also have a Diamond 580AL but I find it a bit on the heavy side and almost never use it. I have a very light touch. I use my TWISBI ECOs all the time. I have them in several different colors

[@davidkay1386]

Have you every tried Tomeoway River paper? It is super smooth.

[@frankv7068]

I’ve been using Lamy and wanted a change or variety in options, but I think I’ll stick to them due to the simplicity of use, still not convinced with TWSBI

[@m35_]

Welome to the TWSBI fold! Definately best bang for the buck!

[@MitchellJBridges]

Wrong that goes to Jinhao pens.

[@totallylegit2068]

i use my moonman wancai for travel and my asvine v126 for desk use

[@CannyK]

if youre selling the green lamy please let me know ive been looking for it FOREVER

[@brucehorn7600]

I tried a Lamy vista years ago but found the grip uncomfortable. I’ve settled on TWSBIs since then and have been very happy with them. Started with the Eco but have mostly settled on a Mini for out of the house and a 580 for home use. The Mini usually lives in my shirt pocket and because of its shorter length it sits very securely down in the pocket when clipped. The Ecos didn’t always clip securely depending on the depth of my pocket. 580 doesn’t go out of the house since its cap doesn’t post and I am afraid of losing or breaking that. Mostly use 1.5mm stub nibs as these give the greatest line variation and add character to both writing and drawing. For some reason the 1.5 is not available in the U.S. but can be purchased from overseas vendors. I have never had a fountain pen leak while flying but I am still overly cautious about that. Perhaps I will get a Vac Mini for that use.

[@steno9325]

nice review

[@xwingrox]

Just be careful with the TWSBI 580s. The section may crack over time

[@JanisOnTheFarmette]

Must have been so fun buying your TWSBI pens in Taiwan. I enjoy pocket fountain pens and stub nibs, so imagine my delight at discovering that I could get both in the same package without having to swap nibs. Have had a TWSBI mini AL and a TWSBI Mini Vac for about five years (the same as another commenter). Seeing how you appear to rely on your Safari snap cap with your pen holder, I wonder if the threaded cap on your TWSBI pens will eventually become tiresome when you want to quickly deploy a pen. Funny coincidence, but today I ordered my first Lamy AL-Star and a Lamy Lx.

[@factsudidintknowabout]

Hi, just a vid idea. I think you should do an updated best travle slings vid. I am currently looking for a new sling and would really apriciete any advise. Thanks, and keep up the good work on the vids.

[@willmitchell8500]

the ones that were recommended at the time of that video arent suddenly bad. the video is still highly applicable.

[@caseycorrell3573]

TWSBI cracks have fun with that

[@Fishbone8891]

The Lamy Safari was my daily driver until I replaced them with Twsbi. As much as I love my three Twsbi Eco's, the Sailor Tuzu is a superior pen to the Lamy Safari and I believe I wouldn't be a Twsbi fan if the Sailor Tuzu released before I had bought my Twsbi's. Love them both now and never touch my Safari anymore. The diamond 580's have been on my radar though as they look so nice. Right now my lineup is three Twsbi Eco's, Sailor Tuzu, and a Visconti Mythos.

[@BlakeAStoffel]

I love my TWSBIs! Hope you enjoy them! (I’ve also had no issues with them leaking while traveling and I fly for a living) 🖊️

[@MitchellJBridges]

Have fun with cracking and parts breaking off.

[@BlakeAStoffel]

@@MitchellJBridges had them for over five years with no issues. Thanks for being negative

[@Mayank_Maximum]

try a mitshubishi jetstream 4+1, it is one of the best things ever i have wrote with,only problem for me is the clip,rear eraser cover,grip being not trianglar (you can make one for this and pilot v5 rt if you want or also for refiilable eco-freindly v5 too) and its plastic upper body all that a more expensive varant or mods can fix

[@BananaAllergy]

Sorry, this is out of context but I caught my eyes. The green Luft PlayFoeverrrrrrr.!

[@tecnoinfo.1488]

My first fountain, 23 years ago, was a prelude sheaffer and then I bought a Lamy Safari... Over the years I bought many pens from different brands... money wasted... my favorites are still the first ones I bought.

[@flipper3691]

Fisher Space Pen. I used my bullet pen for years and just recently ran out of ink… This is a darn space pen! Anything cooler than space?

[@Mattcruzedc]

I’m not a fountain pen guy, but if I were to pick 1 based on aesthetics alone, I would choose the safaris

[@MitchellJBridges]

The brand I'd recommend would be pilot, if you travel alot I heard you can refill the cartridges and seal it again because of the disk. I just buy jinhao 82 as a pocket pen an they work best for everyday paper and who cares if you lose it kind of ordeal.

[@kylemcgilldds]

****CAUTION!!!! Please be careful if you post your Diamond 580! The cap assembly engages the end cap that you turn to fill the ink chamber… you can unintentionally turn the end cap while removing the cap assembly and thereby cause ink to be expelled out all over the nib! …. Ask me how I know! 😜

[@mkbuike7895]

Exactly. I really want to post when I’m sketching on location so I don’t loose the cap. But the nip always spits out ink blobs. I got rid of my TWISBYs because of that

[@LucaSavoja]

I own many twsbi and lamy, with the lamy I have experienced many leaking problems. Not one with the Twsbi, best fountain pen ever. The only problem is the cap that tends to develops craks after many years.

[@Vermiliontea]

...And so it begins... Soon he'll have 200 different fountain pens and make videos about how he rotates them in use. 🤗

[@X.C_]

“That’s What She Said!” 🤣

[@Sandilini]

Do you ever have problems with writing with your fountain pens while on a plane?

[@aderz8284]

My experience with TWSBI has been sadly overall, bad, specially with the quality of the pens themselves. My ECO was faulty and the chamber leaked everywhere like a month after getting it. Funnily my way cheaper SWIPE has been much better (has a small crack near the feed but I sealed it with silicone, plus thats the only model which comes with both a converter and a piston-like system). My current workhorses are a Gravitas Entry and a Nahvalur Original Plus, both fantastic and reliable.

[@inktrospections]

Check out Tomoe River Paper refills for your TN. Will make for a much more pleasurable writing experience with your FPs (subjectively speaking). Or at least try the #13 refill lightweight paper by TN first. It's believed to be made from TRP.

[@ttjnaaa]

Until they crack... I even got a plastic splinter in my thumb from my TWSBI mini 😢

[@XtianApi]

Little late to the game huh? :) I don't use mine a ton anymore, but it was my first pen. Also I have emailed them on several occasions and got a response at all times of day directly from the CEO. Which is great. I'm pretty pelikan and pilot oriented now. And my 2000

[@TsavoTouring]

I sort of like when I discover something new on KZbin then as soon as I look it up on the google I find a controversy and a community of enthusiasts I never knew existed. 😅

[@jmotiff]

Both are considered budget pens, even with thecTWSBI 580 at double the price of the Safari. My favorite TWSBI is the Swipe, but I am afraid the barely functional clip would be a dealbreaker foy you. Also the Lamy AL-Star is basically a stepped up version of the Safari with its aluminum build.

[@donaldkeele8652]

Hey man just wanted to let you know that twsbi nibs are designed to be used parallel to the paper rather than on the side of the nib. I’m sure you are aware but just thought I’d let you know in case you didn’t

[@mrcharon6197]

I like the designs of the TWSBis but I sold all mine and stopped buying them. Every single Eco or 580 or vac filler has had cracking issues. They always replace the parts for $5 shipping but its a non stop issue. On the other hand, the safari grip is a non starter. Any time I see a Lamy I like I use mine and after 5 minutes of finger curdling pain, I remember why I dont buy them any more.