Lamy 2000 Nibs *EXPLAINED*

[@Dad_K]

I guess I may finally cave and pick one up after years of Brian's testimony!

[@sdecarlo]

You will not be disappointed.

[@tkkc2009]

I did! I got a medium and for everyday writing, I find it a little thick. It's definitely super smooth and the medium is perfectly useable I just wonder if I would have liked the fine for note taking. Honestly I will probably get another with the fine nib.

[@sajjadhusain4146]

@@tkkc2009 ..You’re quite correct about the Medium writing a rather wide, wet line. Not a typical Western medium (barring maybe Pelikan and Montblanc) at all. If I didn’t already own three of the 2k pens, I reckon I’d have bought one with F, because I’m really curious and keen to try it out.

[@Gr33nShirt]

It’s his fault I finally caved as well.

[@ninthusiva7546]

I did. 🙈🙈🙈

[@morganblarue]

This video is so incredibly useful. I have this pen in the EF and love the blade-like feel, but it is sensitive to the rotation and sometimes it drives me crazy if my hand is tending to rotate that day. Your up-close nib view is awesome. I wish more vendors did this! The term “writing pad” is new to me, too. This is the whole key to how the nib feels on the paper, so I really learned a lot on this video. Thank you so much!

[@StationeryQuest]

Hmm exactly

[@Bruised-Not-Broken]

I think one of the reasons Goulet Pens are so popular is the force of personality of both Brian and Drew. Brian and Drew are each in their own way, most excellent human beings. This shines through in their videos. It can’t be faked. We in the fountain pen community are exceedingly lucky to have them both in leadership positions in the field. So, Brian and Drew, here’s to many more years of your success, health, and happiness.

[@barbarawest1205]

This is my favorite kind of Goulet video: informational, thorough, and minimal digression! ;-)

[@margalo399]

Bought the based on an earlier pencast where Brian mentioned Rachel’s favorite broad nib was the Lamy 2000-it was a big departure for me but I can see why she loves it. It’s my “let’s see what this ink can do” pen. Incredible writer.

[@MummyBrown]

Excellent video. I'm a Lamy lover through and through. I got this pen in Fine for my birthday due to Brian's glowing reviews about it. It has been part of my EDC kit since July. I named her Grace and we are officially a match made in heaven 🥰

[@vics-videos]

MORE INFORMATION is everything for me when it comes to buying pens and nibs. It's clear that Brian and team know this, and I really LOVE the informative videos. I own a Lamy 2000 Fine and am in love with it.

[@BlackBikerDog]

I am a lefty and was very nervous about getting this pen. Every review/discussion on this pen talked about the "sweet spot" and if you didn't have it in the "sweet spot" then you were going to have problems. Well, thanks to Brian and all your talks about this pen, I decided to take the chance and purchase this pen. I am SO glad I did. This pen is not an issue for my left handed writing style. It is an awesome pen and I'm so glad I took the chance. Writes like a dream. Yes, there is a sweet spot but I don't find it to be a problem at all. Yes, every now and then I have to adjust my grip because I'm either writing on the edge of the page or something - but not a problem. I love this pen.

[@taymurkashif2678]

what nib size did you get? asking cus I'm a leftie too and cant decide what size to get

[@TehrangelesUSA]

Great video, no one does what Brian and his crew does in the industry. Every time I have a question Google brings right back here, kudos !

[@claytonsanders508]

This is probably my favorite nib video I’ve ever seen, and I’ve watched hundreds. Great content!

[@BanzanShakuhachi]

Great video! I have an F nib on my Lamy 2000 and I love it. One idea for another kind of comparison video would be to select a few "standard" nib sizes (say F, M and B) and compare nibs of that size from different manufacturers. I think it may be particularly interesting to see, for example, how nibs from Pilot, Sailor and Platinum compare to each other given how different is the writing experience they provide.

[@Gouletpens]

Thanks for watching, Banzan! - Drew

[@Birdnerd1968]

I think that would be a great video. I notice the my Lamy 2000 ef is fatter than my vintage Pilot and Platinum F pens. I think it would be great to know how to order in a new brand depending on what size you like in a different brand.

[@michaeloleary258]

@@Birdnerd1968 yes, that'd be very helpful

[@harisivakumar207]

I have a Lamy 2000 which my dad bought for me on my birthday a couple of weeks ago. I have a medium nib on this one and it writes very smooth-one of the smoothest nibs I have and almost no feedback whatsoever! - I watched the whole video about the different nib widths that the Lamy 2000 had to offer!

[@StationeryQuest]

Hmm i am also from india and love pens😇😇

[@sosowhat9246]

Well done, you dad has good taste. They are wonderful pens.

[@misterverloc]

Just got a Lamy 2000 with an extra fine nib for my birthday. This is my first fountain pen and I LOVE it so far.

[@richardsilkes5944]

The Lamy 2000 is one of my favorite pens. Brian's video is exceptionally helpful.

[@richplus4645]

Thanks for helping me understand why my Lamy 2000 EF is my favorite pen. I keep trying other pens, thanks to this video, I finally understand why it just "writes better". Great video.

[@theProf_01]

I have a Lamy 2000, but until now I’ve never really understood the specific details concerning the “sweet spot.” Great video. I enjoyed it. Thanks

[@TheAnarki247]

Really enjoyed this video. Having some macro shots of 5 or so of the same pen and nib size would be great to show the variation, or lack thereof.

[@xlerb2286]

Ah that brings back memories. I used a Lamy 2000 in school for years. Being a lefty that writes crab style I usually wrote my notes going from bottom of the page to top in order to reduce smudging. I always liked loaning out my notes to someone ;)

[@mrcat3493]

The Lamy 2000 is an amazing pen. Brian’s enthusiasm is what made end up with two, an EF and a M.

[@ChrisGVE]

Awesome video Brian, makes me ponder trying a 2000. I would love a similar comparison with the pilot nibs, between #5, 10, and 15 as well as the various grinds. Especially as you have now the 912 with all its special nibs.

[@FlightEagle]

Thank you for a comprehensive overview of Lamy 2000 nibs. This was exactly what I was looking for to help me choose between the Medium and Broad nib. Also appreciate the introduction to how the nib is removed from the pen. Great video. 🌟

[@deanfukawa3260]

Nice Brian. Your video quality has come such a long way from your early days, lol! I love the micro closeup shots. Write on!

[@arlengoff6610]

Thx so much for this "deep dive" on the LAMY 2000. Mine is in heavy rotation with my Pilot Falcon and Pilot Vanishing Point. Would love to see a similar video on either of those two as well.

[@VISHNUNAIR7000]

Lamy 2000 is indeed a nice pen. I have a regular one in F and my wife gifted the steel version in M last month for my birthday. Love both of them.

[@StationeryQuest]

Han mere pass bhi Fine nib wala hai

[@Dantfermo]

Thank you for this. I’ve had it for 30 years and still love it. For the ink, I use the one by Parker and never had an issue

[@InGratitudeIam]

That was really well done, Brian. Thanks! The Lamy 2000 is one of my faves. It's right up there with my Montblanc 149s from the late 1950s early '60s.

[@cvk4860]

Very very nice video. I own a Lamy 2000 EF as I always owned EF nib pens. After seeing this video I wanted to buy a F, M as well as B tipped nib Lamy 2000 pens although the M and B are ink gushers

[@david_r_munson]

Fantastic video! My L2K with an EF nib is the pen I use most consistently, at least when my young students aren’t around. It’s my second one, having lost my first on an insanely crowded Tokyo commuter train. I bought five or six other pens before finally buying another L2K because there’s just no other pen like it.

[@geoffberteau2847]

Great video Brian. Very detailed. I think it's worth pointing out that older models came with an 18k gold nib as well. I was lucky enough to get a new old stock model with the 18k in F and upon noticing this, I thought I struck, well, gold!

[@1LegintheGrave]

Great vid! Honestly though, I really regret getting the 2000. Personally never felt it wrote any better than many other kinds that I have within the same price range AND it's pretty difficult to get a replacement nib. If you do end up getting a replacement nib, it's almost the cost of the pen. Accidentally dropped the pen, bent part of it, sent it in to Lamy for repair estimate (or to see if warranty still covered it), but was given a $160 quote for a nib replacement. Ended up spending $60 on a copy of the nib and certainly doesn't write the same as it once did.

[@Birdnerd1968]

I definitely feel you. I dropped mine and ended with a backwards fude looking nib. When I went looking to nib replacement prices I realized it was more than what I paid for the pen when I got it 4 years ago ($100 for the pen then and $120 for the nib now). I don't understand how such a tiny nib can be basically the same price as a whole pen.

[@designandsing]

Thank you very much for this excellent video. I own and use daily two Lamy 2000, with EF and M nibs, which are my favorite fountain pens today. Although I have been using them for several years, I did not know these details about their peculiar shape. All the best!

[@Mynehlu]

This is my dream fountain pen 🖋

[@tuckerseifert3977]

Have you had the chance to buy one?

[@Bruised-Not-Broken]

Get it! You will not be disappointed!

[@ReverieOfThorns]

You should update us on how it is if you got one! I really want one but I've been waiting because of 2 reasons: they look boring (I tend to drag my feet on "boring" looking pens) and I also heard that there are a lot of nib inconsistencies and that worries me. I really like that the EF nib grinds offer some line variation, though, as I really want to try an architect nib and this is ground similarly.

[@hal9000aa]

huh. I've had and loved my L2K for ages.. but i haven't actually *thought* about it. Thanks for the deep dive! I appreciate my pen even more.

[@vilebrequin6923]

Which nib did you go for?😊

[@hal9000aa]

extra fine. works well for an everyday writer. @@vilebrequin6923

[@gynechiatrist]

Really great video. Enough personal opinion and experience and plenty of facts and demo. One of my favorite pens- may need to pick up the “broad”. Many thanks!

[@jikerwa]

I got an EF 2000 for my 15th birthday. It was somewhere around my 6th pen. It rarely doesent have ink in it!

[@Sapta_Chakra]

Such an informative video explained in an eyecandy fashion! I figured out that Lamy 2000 has the most value for money gold nib among European pens in terms of performance, build quality, and longevity, but I was doubtful because I don't find the design appealing. But I value writing experience more than anything else, so I guess this will be on my wish list. This video covered everything I wanted to know about this pen ❤

[@tootsfour956]

This was very interesting. You answered every question I had. Thank you Brian! BLESSINGS

[@S.L._]

Thanks for such a comprehensive video! That must have been a ton of work!

[@susancarr3673]

After Brian took it apart, I might be finally sold on the lamy 2000...I stay away from piston fillers because I change inks extremely often which means I like easy to clean pens...but with the disassembly/assembly, I think I ran out of excuses. The depth on the nib explanation vs jowo was enlightening. Thanks for the video!!!

[@barrettwbenton]

Great explanation, Brian…and this explains why I never *fully* got on with my 2000s (F and M nibs): my grip, while not all-over-the-place, varied just enough to make the writing experience occasionally odd, even though I stuck with them for a decade. Now? A pair of Pilot Custom 823s (also F and M), plus a F-nibbed Vanishing Point for good measure.

[@TheDarivan]

Very informative video! This model has been a complete mystery to me for years and I have certainly always considered it on my shopping list. This end of the year I will have to make a difficult decision. 😁

[@aprils.]

This video is EXTREMELY helpful to me - thank you! It explains and confirms some of my writing experiences to date. The Lamy 2000 is my absolute favorite pen and this is the video I wish I’d seen before buying mine.

[@torontoross]

Excellent presentation. I decided on this pen, fine, with the azurite ink. Can't wait to get it.

[@floridasaltlife]

I loved this format and the level of detail you shared while writing. This is the holly grail of helpful when we are shopping on line to something so touchy feely as a fountain pen... I want to see this on the pilots, maybe the FA for a start and then a couple other nibs as you transition into the bigger and smoother nibs geared toward really writing...Journaling and writing page after page as I work on my penmanship.....

[@odeentb]

I have this pen in M and I love the feeing on the paper, using edelstein ink at least. I loved the nib comparison, I like F or EF nibs, however, watching your comparison, I will keep my M nib in the Lamy 2000. So really liking your video !

[@davidwatson3035]

Such a helpful and interesting video. Thank you very much. I took delivery of my F nibbed 2000 today and am loving it. Your video helped me so much deciding on which nib to go for.

[@phraktl]

Very nice video. I appreciate the information and the presentation. You've certainly helped me to decide which nib I want to try.

[@iamthebesfromyou]

I have a Lamy 2000 with a OBB nib, you think the B is a firehose, the OBB is on another level and I love every bit of it, it is my signature pen now, the large signature is very lovely and boy do I enjoy when it hits paper.

[@infin1ty850]

I have a Lamy 2000 rollerball and it is the smoothest pen I've ever used. I can't wait to get my hands on the fountain version. I just spent $140 on a Pilot e95s so I gotta lay low on pen purchases for a while, lol.

[@Tombraidertussi]

Great video! I'm thinking about buying one of these and in-depth info like this video really helps, especially because of the premium price

[@filobiblic]

I love ❤ my Lamy 2k with EF nib. So smooth and juicy! Thanks for such a comprehensive video with those amazing close up macro shots. 👏

[@roel.vinckens]

This was exactly what I needed!

[@donbrownist]

Brian, thank you for this good, informative review. Your best ever! All of my 2000's are excellent pens, but when I want to write with that particular grip, I reach for my Jinhao 80.

[@red2432]

Why

[@donbrownist]

Mostly sweet spot but also I like to see the nib.

[@JT-ue5ch]

My wife bought me a 2000M medium and it is the best pen to write with - just a bit heavy for long writing sessions!

[@mrkrsl_]

I wanted to respectfully point out a tiny error the explanation in this video, which by the way is a great resource. At roughly 11:00 you point out the extent of the tipping on the EF nib, saying that the welded tipping material extends down to the underside of the nib some distance. It does look that way, but that distinctive bulge that starts some way behind the actual tip of the nib is not tipping. It’s gold, and is part of the main geometry of the nib. It is of course plated with rhodium, so you can’t see that it’s gold. I recently ground a Lamy 2000 EF nib into a fine cursive italic. This involved removing material from the underside of the nib, including some of that bump and its rhodium coating. The actual tipping is very much smaller than this part of the nib - perhaps only the first millimeter. The difference in material is very clear under magnification after grinding. Part of the slight bulge on the top side of the nib is also gold.

[@stevenbingham7206]

Interesting that you chose the EF for a CI. Was there enough tipping to show much line variation? And, as a fine CI, how sensitive was the nib to being in the "sweet spot"? Thanks

[@StationeryQuest]

Yes exactly

[@JogieGlenMait16]

Wow. I love and appreciate the magnification shots.

[@jeremiahreilly9739]

Informative video. Much appreciated. Slightly disappointed that your review did not include any of the oblique nibs.

[@AbidKhan-lr5wb]

EXCELLENT VIDEO 💯

[@kaseyclark2108]

Great Review! I learned a lot. More postings of this type would be greatly appreciated.

[@nlamproplos]

I so wish I had found this video prior to buying one on Black Friday. I would have gone with the EF or F instead of the medium. I'm hoping a dryer ink may help, but if not, I'll have to buy a replacement nib. And then my deal won't be such a "deal"! Ah well, live and learn.

[@MrGyges]

Thank you, Brian, for ,delightfully presented info. Oh, just to say, don’t lose the little ring ( it’s something of an escape artist ). Otherwise this is an exquisite piece of art, and tireless worker - very durable. Vivat Lamy 2000

[@michaeldugger7716]

Excellent video! I learned a lot and will get to apply the knowledge since I have a 2000 on order. Thanks Brian!👍

[@petrisz]

Great video. Very informative. Thanks, Brian 🙏

[@marvinmurray3315]

Great video, sir. Would love more deep dives on nibs with close-up video and explanations of how the shapes and grinds affect how the pen writes and feels.

[@brettsmith1655]

Holy Crap!!!!! I expected to a see a nib that resembled something like a Pilot VP. That was the money shot. Fantastic stuff, as usual.

[@Gouletpens]

Thanks for watching! - Drew

[@RubensMateusPadovezeArquimago]

macro shots 🤩👏

[@atthemoney]

Great video. I'd love to see a video comparing the nib shapes & writing experience of different brands.

[@MajykOyster666]

I was watching my usual Mountain Biking videos, and now I went a fancy pen. Screw you algorithm.

[@dtaggartofRTD]

I picked up an OBB back when you managed to get hold of some. It's unique and one of my favourite pens. It certainly writes like a firehose. Wet even beyond the B nib. It is rather picky on rotation. If it isn't on the writing pad it doesn't want to write. If you can write with it, you can write with any fountain pen. Humourously I have used the OBB for writing kanji on 6mm ruling. It can end up being a rectangular block of ink. surprisingly recognizable despite that.

[@PJ-jz5fm]

An excellent review of the Lamy. I do wonder why they grind the top of the nib, as it is not actually used. Strangely, my favourite pen is the Platinum Preppy. It is cheap as chips but it writes like a dream (medium nib). It also writes perfectly in reverse mode and turns a medium (03) into an extra fine with no scratching. It is the perfect pen for the moleskine as there is no bleed through. I have often considered the Lamy and my just order one 😊. Thank you again.

[@hansspiegl8684]

Thank you! Great video, great expertise and knowledge! The first review I have seen that goes past the "sweet spot" 🙂

[@michaelmedlinger6399]

Thanks so much! I have a fine nib and a broad nib, and looking at the samples, I think I might actually be good with just those two. The differences between extra fine and find and between medium and broad don‘t seem so drastic. I can spend the money for other pens! (Money will be spent!)

[@subhadipmaji4987]

Brian sir... please review Pelikan m1000 nib grades

[@thomascampanis]

I would love a video like this on the Pelikan M800. I can't decide between an EF and F nib. I would love a detailed video like this to help make a decision.

[@allenhoffman4753]

Excellent review, man. I loved my first 2000 that I got in 2018. It fell. I bought a second one from you and I sign pleadings everyday with it. Thanks for what you do.

[@patrickblindeman5847]

Thanks Brian now I know which nib to take when buying a Lamy 2000

[@dennisgeorg6761]

Very Detailed. Great video! Thank you!

[@InArcadiaSum]

A very interesting and informative video, with good, clear examples. Personally, my favourite 2000 nib is an Oblique Broad, which gives me the variation I like, but isn't quite as wet as the standard Broad.

[@laurelcosten1012]

Love the double broad oblique also!!

[@QoraxAudio]

...and if you push hard enough, you can write with two lines at once - I love that special feature! 😃

[@JeffPickles-uh4zw]

Super interesting and informative. Thank you

[@kohinoorroy9630]

Very comprehensive analysis. Please make a similar video analysis on Diplomat Aero Steel nibs.

[@XtianApi]

I've had this pain for a long time and I've never tried it on tomoe River paper and I have to say it is another level of smooth on this paper. Everything feels a bit smoother on tomoe River paper but for some reason the lamy 2000 feels like a different pen. Thanks Brian. #apartmentwoodenpenturning

[@andytrang8138]

Great video! I wanted to like this pen so much. Bought the lamy 2000 medium nib but had the classic "sweet spot" issue and it only wrote on a very very very specific angle that was unnatural for me and was unusable outside of that. Had to return it unfortunately. Curious if this is just a quality control issue, and perhaps I might have better luck with another pen, or if it may be due to my writing style/way of holding the pen (although never really had this issue with any other pen... great results with the Lamy Safari M). The little metal "ears" that help hold the cap were also kinda annoying for me.

[@DanielForgosh]

The 2000 was my first fountain pen!

[@vilebrequin6923]

Still using/loving it?😊

[@DanielForgosh]

@@vilebrequin6923There are so many fountain pens in my collection, I don't use it as often as I used to. Nevertheless, it's a great pen still.

[@bluejchou4404]

Really comprehensive video there. Thank you so much for making it. Great use of your macro skills!😃 That must have taken quite a chunk of time to film. Write On! I refrained from saying this because I thought it may be unkind in some way but then I thought it is actually a testimony to how awesome the Goulet team is at helping customers make the best decision for what their tastes and needs are so here goes. I've been debating a Lamy 2000 for over a year and just felt it might not be the kind of pen I'd like writing with but when people rave about it I feel like I might be missing out.🧐This video helped me realize that although some features I might love, like the super smooth broad nib, many others probably wouldn't suit me well. So I felt bad thinking a video talked me out of it but what it also did is help me feel better to pull the trigger on other pens that I know would be better matches for me. So win, win! Thanks Brian for truly helping a customer make the best choice. 👍🏻

[@Gouletpens]

Thank you so much for the kind words, happy that this video helped with some clarity! We definitely don't want you to have a pen that wouldn't be a good fit! - Drew

[@Paladin1776a]

Outstanding video, thank you!

[@luisgandara648]

Great video. You can do a video like this for the Pilot VP.

[@alanpareis734]

Brian: Well done, one of your best videos and certainly the best nib comparisons I have seen any where. Macro photography fantastic, tooth pic pointer helpful. Not sure if this is a redo of older one on same subject, or a combo of newer and older footage, been watching your videos sine GP beginning, so it is hard to remember them all, lol. Regardless a great and timely video since the crazy stories re L2000 nibs being weird, hard to us, etc., etc., still persist. And you helped me to decide, hopefully this is the year I will add a L2000 to my accumulation (Of course I have literally been saying that since the mid 70s! ). I was planning to write to Drew about seeing if I could get an oblique if I was patient. Thanks to this video, as a life long XF user, I have decided on the XF -I mean a “mini architect,” how cool is that?

[@JannyHaak]

Lamy 2000 has been on my list of "wants" for some time, and I have always debated the nib-size I would choose. This helps a lot! Not yet completely sure, but 80% leaning toward M. Thanks for doing this video, Brian! 😊 Looks like it would be easy to switch out nibs. Is that really the case, or just wishful thinking on my part? 🧐

[@Groinattack1]

Did you end up getting your 2000? :D I went into a pen shop today and convinced the dude to let me try out the different nib sizes on it. Still can't decide which I want haha

[@JannyHaak]

@@Groinattack1 Hi! No, I didn't get one yet! Life takes over, you know how it goes 🤣 But, still on the very top of my list! 😉

[@daero90]

Well this was super helpful. Thank you for finally explaining to me why my Lamy 2000 fine feels so much smoother when I write at a higher than normal writing angle and it feels like it drags at my normal writing angle.

[@Symphing12]

I went with a Medium on my Lamy 2000, but I wish I'd gone with a Broad sometimes. Maybe I haven't gotten the right ink in there, but it's still a great pen with which I love to write!

[@AnthonySmith-sc4zs]

I’ve got the 2000 in Fine and it’s my favorite writer. Really, I love everything about the 2000. It’s German Bauhaus genius in a writing utensil. My only complaint is I can’t buy the nib/feed units separately so I can try the other offerings without having to buy a whole new pen. Oh well I guess that’s why I went with F in the first place.

[@barttr]

Excellent review, thanks so much!

[@Gouletpens]

Thanks for watching! - Drew

[@dwaynesykes694]

I finally understand the difference between EF and F. The resultant writing has always looked _almost_ the same to me, but now I see the EF has a bit more variance in line width based on stroke direction, which is explained by the shape of the grind. I think I prefer that to the F, but alas I ordered an F yesterday so such is life. Perhaps the smaller "sweet spot" on the EF would drive me crazy and not be worth the better "style" the EF provides to writing. I suppose I'll eventually end up with an additional EF in the future to see for myself.

[@XtianApi]

The pop cap makes this my work pen. Cap and uncap at lightning speed. This pain has been a true Workhorse. Crappie paper pushing too hard dropping it. Got a nice little hand polish going on

[@sandyenglund6732]

Love it!! Will it still be great for an under writing left handed?

[@bike619]

This is a great and thorough breakdown. I am curious why you chose to go with the steel JoWo instead of the gold?

[@tirinsplay]

I have found that the 2000 is sensitive to the viscosity of the ink. I first ink I used was too “thick” and caused the 2000 to skip. After I switched to Lamy inks, the skipping disappeared.

[@peterharris5387]

I envy your opportunity to try several of these nibs together. I have a Lamy 2000 which I think ought to be rated so I'd love to be there with you as you tested the range. Unlike any other pen I own, I have to find its writing angle (sweet spot) each time I use it 😞

[@luisguillermoperezmejia7907]

Gran video. Es una gran pluma, de la cual tengo una médium. Ahora dan ganas de tener una ef. Saludo cordial desde Medellin Colombia