Lamy Safari vs. Pilot Metropolitan Fountain Pen

It's a skirmish of the starter fountain pens!
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In this video, we are pitting the Lamy Safari versus the Pilot Metropolitan in an all-out war of the written word. Which pen will win this decade-old rivalry? Let's find out!
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[@Texicus_Reddicus]

Interesting that you comment on the lightness of the safari compared to the pilot.. since your own measurements suggest the are the same weight

[@GoldspotPens]

Typo - Pilot Metro weight - 24g

[@steffymuze]

​@Goldspot Pens consider pinning this for us newbies who are wondering the same thing? 😊 fantastic video! I'm probably going to get both to compare even though I'm leaning towards Lamy rn due to the weight 😅 (plus I read Safaris are made using Lego brick plastic so, yeah)

[@totallylegit2068]

@@steffymuzewhat did you end up getting?

[@totallylegit2068]

@@steffymuzeright now im deep into the chinese pen rabbit hole cause i learned how to tune nibs, i like hongdians (non forest style) the most

[@kazinahianhossain8907]

I picked up the Lamy Safari first, then the woman I love gifted me a Metropolitan. I love all three of them

[@wnJhntn]

Bruh

[@Ambicrush]

Almost thought you were talking about wives

[@pavneetsingh8600]

You’re living the dream

[@christinearmington]

❤🎉

[@Sun-gs6hq]

Which pen is your favorite though?

[@stepheninks]

I’ve reviewed both of these pens on my channel! I prefer the Safari, and have a few issues with the design of the Metro, but I still think it’s a good pen. On my metropolitan review, people were pretty quick to defend it. I personally thought I would hate the Safari until I held it in my hand. Such a simple design, but totally worth the price!

[@arapaimagold8088]

Why buy Metro when we can get the same nib on Kakuno?

[@michellestephenson1680]

The Metropolitan was my first fountain pen, and I love it! But... I own more Safaris and use them more often. Maybe it’ll the heft of the metal, but my two Metros feel like special occasion pens, while my Safaris feel like everyday-in-the-purse pens. If someone asked me which they should get, I think I’d ask them what they wanted the pen for. If they want a nice pen on their desk, Metro wins easily. If it’s for rougher use, the Safari.

[@ktt1977]

I have both. I rotate my pens monthly, with each pen with a different ink color. It's easier to distinguish the months in my bullet journal that way. Each has their up and downs. I like the Lamy's triangular grip and I like how the pilot feels in my hand. I prefer the italicized nub of the pilot over the lamy because it's smaller when writing in my 1917.

[@STScott-qo4pw]

Curious: what is a "1917"?

[@Loufi303]

@@STScott-qo4pw leuchtturm 1917 notebooks. (happen to be my favorites, too. Numbered pages, two pagelints, no ghosting, etc)

[@virtual_self]

@@STScott-qo4pw notebook

[@Raufm3]

Metro is the boss of silky writing, I luv it..

[@arielchapman3721]

Team Metro. I have multiple Safaris but the nibs tend to be hit or miss for me. Metropolitans are pretty much perfect every time.

[@LazyStory]

" hit or miss"? ... meaning what? You do not like the colours, the lack of artwork on the nib or...? All Lamy nibs are tested. My only "problem" is, I can never choose nib-size..... but I have the same when using finliners :D

[@arielchapman3721]

@@LazyStory hit or miss meaning that despite the fact that Lamy tests at the factory, I think the Pilot metro writing experience is better and more reliable. I’ve gotten several Lamy nibs over time that were actually terrible out of the box. I have yet to experience that with pilot. I was really just talking about QC.

[@naomiartisan]

I have a pilot kakuno instead and it immediately write so smoothly. But the lamy I got the nib is so scratchy and it can't write immediately like pilot. Might be unlucky with the lamy nibs.

[@razorio007]

Metros for me....can't beat that fine line. I've replaced one of my metros with an EF from pilot penmanship to go even finer.

[@carolyncoppola974]

I just saw this. My first pen was a Pilot Metropolitan! I have to give it credit - its what got me hooked on fountain pens! I do have a Lamy Al-Star which I also love and the nib selection is a huge factor. I do wish pilot would release their nibs separately. But both pens are a staple for me. The PM stole my heart first though. Will never let either pen out of my collection! ❤️❤️❤️

[@mkim0713]

I like the matte look of new Lamy Safari.

[@origamichik3n]

One thing going for Pilot is that in some markets it is available in international standard cartridge/converter configuration.

[@melisawu3499]

Pilot metropolitan hands down. I have one lamy safari, it's nice and smooth but I love the finest smooth nib on Japanese fountain pen. Bought 5 of metropolitan., still love them after 5 years

[@sumitsimplylogical7325]

Both pens are excellent no doubt.. Lamy safari is the smoothest one, nib is very smooth.. Metropolitan has the classic look and finer lines as expected from fine nib.

[@danlevene5478]

No brainer, Safari every time

[@13ballom]

I have both and i cannot for the love of god figure out which writes better. Both are really good. I use the lamy more because its lighter and has that fauceted grip which i love. But i pick up the metro and within seconds it feels just as great as the lamy.

[@raemcmahon8216]

So I buy a pen to write. I don't get into collecting the same thing over and over just because it is a different color. I have a large collection of pens that includes Pilot and Lamy. I find the Japanese pens to be superior in all categories. I have a number of their custom and heritage pens and use them daily. I don't use my metro or safari much anymore but they are both good pens. I would recommend a metro as a starter pen.

[@River-Moon]

My first fountain was a pilot metropolitan (gifted) my 2nd was a safari (bought). The metro got tossed away at some point, I found it scratchy as heck and wasn't a fan although intrigued. I bought a All Black Safari about 4yrs ago and carry it almost daily

[@jakub5520]

I think buying a Faber Castell Loom instead is a better option. This pen is criminally underrated.

[@sebastiaan1483]

It's also twice as expensive here. Seems like a nice pen to me though, lots of good reviews.

[@jakub5520]

@@sebastiaan1483 yes but it's worth much more money in my opinion. I' ve been using mine for 3 years and it has never failed me, many people call it the best steel nib on the market

[@Kamala__Harriis]

I bought a Loom F a month ago. I write only with that (with Diamine ink)

[@trocha419]

I have a metro. Would love to pick up a safari to try it. Love my metro. Writes well with the Noodler 54th Massachusetts ink.

[@agcb8969]

Great review, thanks for sharing. Perhaps the best review I have seen related to the comparison of these pens. In order to have my own experience l bought both models. And I love them. Best regards.

[@flabbybum9562]

Safari wins for me, because I'm generally not a fan of heavy pens. The range of replaceable nibs is also a very nice touch. I try not to be too brand loyal, because it's a sure way of getting stung. But if I were to pick one brand where it's hard to go too wrong, it would probably be Lamy.

[@stevehuffman7453]

Lamy wins for me, if I were to buy one of the two. More affordable, from what I've seen online. If I got a Parker fountain pen, I would probably get the Jotter..

[@tammybishop1993]

The Lamy writes well, however the plastic body is kind of lacks any eye appeal> The metropolitan has different nib sizing & I find writes wetter even with a fine nib. I will definitely purchase another metropolitan in a fun colour & design.

[@qvisionstudios]

Safari! Lots of colour options. Wide variety of nibs that are a cinch to swap.

[@voltgaming2213]

Pilot better engineering but Lamy goes hard too

[@PenFriends]

Loving the new safaris! Although 2020s were something else!

[@Jrrover]

I've got a Safari as well as a Pilot Prera (same nib as the Metropolitan), and the Pilot writes significantly better. The Safari (medium nib) for me lays down less ink at the beginning of a letter, and about halfway through, the line gets heavier. You can see it in this video with the writing sample at 5:56, and even the Lamy writing sample at JetPens, and I've seen it in other YT writing sample vids. None of that happens with the Pilot, in my very limited experience. I do still like the feel and weight and look of the Safari and use it regularly at work, and will double down on flushing the nib and feed when this cartridge empties in case that helps. But I am definitely team Pilot for new fountain pen enthusiasts who just want something that writes perfectly without fiddling.

[@davelant]

I would like the Lamy Safari better but that the flats on the grip section enforce one particular writing angle. I thought I had a good three-point grip, but I may have been mistaken all these years.

[@genaishivatov1737]

With all due respect to the Lamy company, but their nib is VERY far from this initial nib from Pilot (on which, in principle, you can stop the search).

[@franklee3407]

Pilot Metropolitan swapped out for an EF nib. Rugged, versatile, metal, fine writing line, a great EDC pen.

[@elund408]

I chose the met for my first fountain pen due to its more professional look, the lamy looks like a cheap disposable from the 70s.

[@ruozhuoli6386]

LAMY for sure. It makes desk job less depressing.

[@amoledzeppelin]

Metropolitan (more exactly, Pilot MR Euro version). Because: 1) it's not triangular; 2) it's all-metal body; 3) in Euro version, it supports international standard cartridges or converters; 4) Pilot's F/EF nibs really write fine/extra-fine, no deception. If we compare to the Al-Star instead, the number 2 can be replaced with 2) Pilot MR is less expensive.

[@diegomireles]

I have many Lamy Safaris and Al Star with cartriges, in my region (Mexico) there aren't any Lamy converters and they're expensive (40usd each), I want to try with fancy inks like Namiki ones or Montblanc. I currently have two montblanc pens, one rollerball/fineliner and one ballpoint, but currently I don't have 700usd to spend on another Montblanc so I think I will try the Metropolitan, and began to save to buy a nice MB Starwalker Urban fountain pen.

[@ImogenValkyrie]

For starter fountain pen I actually recommend Faber Castell Grip more.

[@LazyStory]

Have you tried the FC Loom? I have a FC Grip, but I do not like the dots, so I have never used my Grip. - I am hoping to sell or exchange the pen.

[@ImogenValkyrie]

@@LazyStory I dont like FC Loom. i myself haven't used the fountain pen version of FC Grip but do have pencils of it for drawing.

[@eily_b]

The Safari was created for German school kids as we all learned to write cursive with a fountain pen back in the 80s. So no instruction or converter needed as there were only ink cartridges available back then for these fountain pens. Unless you had one with a built in small tank to fill from a bottle.

[@hugoluna5319]

Safar 💜 Metropolitan my Betty & Veronica 😍

[@carlamariestudios]

Honestly wish you would've spent more time on the writing samples instead of talking about how they look.

[@barbarajloriordan2697]

I ave never been able to answer this question.

[@debpaynepurnell6131]

I own both. Ordered from your shop. I prefer Pilot to Lamy, although I own more Lamy pens.

[@akeem77777]

Thanks that help with my decision

[@SuppenDfg]

I find the prices interesting. Here in Europe you get the Safaris for about 15€ (18$) including tax.

[@alansdad4613]

Safaris go for under $20 USD on Amazon in the US

[@yobo93]

The metropolitan has an uncomfortably small grip for me, but the Safari is overpriced in the States. Its the same cost as a TWSBI Eco and doesnt come with a converter. I love Lamy and Safaris, but I dont think Id actually recommend it as a starter pen anymore

[@Cortesevasive]

atleast it wont crack like twisbicrap

[@rztour]

Literally the precise reason that of my 10 fountain pens, I don’t yet own a TWISBI.

[@allenlark]

The metro grip is larger diameter. Do you mean in length?

[@artemanuel8679]

Opiniones , solo opiniones. Todo el mundo tiene una (opinión). Ambas plumas son muy buenas , cada una con sus grandes cualidades y usos particulares.

[@abg.nbb.2352]

Don't have either pen but would probably prefer the Metropolitan. Just this month ordered two Scheaffer fountain pens, one for me, one for my granddaughter. Looking forward to getting into the fountain pen thing.

[@MartaZobeniak]

Team Lamy here! :)

[@rztour]

Didn’t see many comments on the Metro converters. What came with mine was this cheesy squeeze converter. I replaced it with a Con-50 then since that did not work well, the Con-40, only marginally better. It’s one thing to include a converter with the purchase of a pen, but certainly not much of a perk if it’s crappy. None of my Metro converters have leaked, they simply don’t draw much ink into their body.

[@accountant19]

Pilot Metropolitan is better by far..

[@jacobus57]

The Safari deal breaker is that they are an absolute bear to clean. The feed CAN be pulled, but at great risk and it is definitely not for a new user. If the nib AND feed can't be pulled, it makes the pen too much of a nuisance properly to maintain.

[@michellestephenson1680]

I have no problem with them. I just use a bulb syringe to flush a lot of water through the feed quickly, and converters could be replaced if they get too bad to bother with. So far that has not been a problem.

[@jacobus57]

@@michellestephenson1680 I use a bulb syringe as well, but it's a poor substitute for being able thoroughly to clean and dry the feed and section, especially if one uses saturated ink. Over time there is build up. I see it in pens with removable feeds that I don't pull every time I clean them. I know people love them, but for me it's a fatal flaw.

[@RealIndian821]

Lamy

[@bugbear323]

Lamy can be found for $19.99

[@Alvenrik1]

I live in Europe, and here, Pilot pens are insanely overpriced. The Metropolitan here is actually more expensive than the safari (20€ vs 30€ in some places), and it uses standard international format, is only available in medium and doesn't include a converter. I see the value of the pilot WHEN it includes all the goods, but I have to say that I was forced into TEAM SAFARI.

[@virtual_self]

I'm I'm Portugal and I feel like I'm forced to get the Safari too lol I mean it doesn't gets explained in Amazon if the pen comes with the converter or not. There's no actual info on the nib availability too, on another hand I know I need a converter for the Lamy and that I can get at least 6 different nibs if I need or want too... but I must say that what's bothering me is that the M nib on the Lamy looks really fat and F barely changes at all. Also most reviews say that the EF nib scratches too much...

[@Alvenrik1]

@@virtual_self I have a few Lamy nibs, and... Lamy doesn't really do fine lines at all. There so little difference between F and EF that some F are finer than an EF. The F is more or less what I use for regular writing, but mostly all my safaris end up equiped with a stub nib for calligraphy. A dry ink and ink resistant paper like oxford, clairefontaine or rhodia helps.

[@waltswild]

metropolitan for the win easy. More weight, feels nice and hefty, writes way smoother, aesthetically better looking

[@channelsixtynine069]

I opted for the Vista demonstrator because I can change nibs, the Pilot does not. For that reason, I'll never get a Pilot. As far as colors and style goes, I only like colorless demonstrators in all brands where available. Aluminium and brass tend to damage easily and I don't like bright, gaudy colors. It seems the more expensive the pen, the uglier it gets.

[@MrsinTN]

I disagree completely. The Safari doesn’t write nearly as well as the Metropolitan. Colors aren’t as important as the smooth writing style. I’ve given six or seven Metropolitan pens out and only one Safari to my grown son which I tried and hated. To say that it wins the shootout is only an opinion, not concluding a true winner. I continue to use my Metropolitan even though I’ve graduated on to Pineider and Pelikan pens. So while others may prefer the Safaris, for me, the comparison isn’t even close. And I’m an older person with arthritis in my hands and it doesn’t matter that the Safari is lighter; the Metropolitan is smoother and the little bit of weight is insignificant.

[@Kashtov]

Sorry.. disliking the video and also commenting because I not only like the metropolitan but i hate safari too..The only comparable fountain pen is TWSBI eco with Metropolitan but if we look at price to performance ratio Metropolitan will win easily.

[@peteconrad2077]

The Lamy looks and feels cheap and thus fails to give the sense of value and quality in the mind that is a central part of fountain pen ownership. Just my opinion.

[@evanseaman8946]

I'd have to say metropolitan, but the TWSBI Eco has really been doing it for me lately.

[@mereiriz]

I’m planning to order my first fountain pen and after hours of research I decided on both of these precisely. I want to try the Pilot Metropolitan for its convenience but the Twsbi Eco is really appealing too.

[@karlah2776]

Always and forever the Lamy Safari. It's what I use for my 5th-grade students when I teach cursive because of the grip, balance, and comfort. Its weight is perfect for young hands that need to build small motor skills and stamina, is funky enough looking for a kid to love it, and unique enough for the pen to stand out from others. I had one student who told me his father tried to steal his Lamy Safari once because he loved the feel of it and my student demanded he give it back, "Or Ms. H will kill me when we do cursive!" :D (Dad emailed me to ask where I got it so he could order his own and ended up with an AL Star.) The ink cartridges are a great no fuss/no mess feature in the classroom. I love my Pilot Fude for drawing, but my everyday work horse will always be a Lamy Safari.

[@christadicken296]

I know this comment was left months ago, but I'm just running across it. I teach 4th grade and have been reading about how fountain pens can be helpful with students who have "messy" handwriting. How do you handle fountain pens class-wide? Do you buy each student his/her own? (That's a bit pricey, but I'm guessing it might make a good Donor's Choose project.) Do they keep them after they leave your class, or do you reuse them from year to year? I'd love to try this with a few of my students who are struggling with those nasty scratchy pencils.

[@larryb8022]

Lamy Safari, all the way but both are good pens.

[@Cortesevasive]

It's treason then

[@Taib89]

I did not expect you to betray us, Larry!

[@Cortesevasive]

@BOGDAN SERBAN 30lamy lol , get a decent pilot lol

[@gesa5187]

@@Cortesevasive There is no decent one lol

[@sithlord2422]

Heyyyy Larry here!!!!

[@aristotelian3098]

I just got my first Metropolitan, and I enjoy it hugely. Very serviceable, starts every time, is consistent and smooth on my 32# paper (and in a cheap little journal, too), the fine nib lays down a very precise line, and it feels good in the hand. For the price, I would recommend it to everyone. I hope I just did...

[@janiceinga]

I own 3 Lamys and two Metros. Metro is my sentimental favorite, though Lamy may be better all-round.

[@christopherstarr7607]

TEAM METROPOLITAN, it fits better to me. I really like the 1.0 crisp stub.

[@neemancallender9092]

Put an EF nib on the Metro Polish it with 0.3 micron paper Never look back ....

[@houghwhite411]

Is it as nice as F? I ruined my EF so I can't try it anytime soon

[@fbales]

I started out with a Metropolitan, but I soon discovered the Safari. I have at least 10 of each, and I love them both, and I use them both nearly everyday. That said, I will probably never buy another one of either because I’m mostly buying more expensive pens at this stage of my hobby, and I do have a lot of them. I tend to gift them a Lot. I lean (barely) toward the Safari only because of the nibs. I think Lamy is a little better quality (barely), and they’re widely available. They’re also super easy to change. I don’t think you can be disappointed in either, especially if you’re on a tight budget. Thanks for the video.

[@chith6512]

I love the Safari but I always feel like the ink dries out very fast.

[@Zmiana_Pogody]

I am a big fan of “Pilot” products. I buy “Plumix” here in Poland and “Penmanship” in China and swap the nibs. (Plumix for stub nibs, black Penmanship for the look.) Now I’m waiting for my first Metro. Never thought to buy one, but found this black&white houndstooth version with M nib on sale and decided to own for future reference ;) I also have my very old yellow Safari (also M). Didn’t use it for years, but -> -> Those “wet” M nibs are better for some inks that are too bright for F nibs, for example Ferris Wheel Press “Lady Rose”. Ps. For LAMY Safari & poetry lovers I recommend white version with Wislawa Szymborska signature. I saw it in good price here in Poland recently.

[@pinkpandamiranda]

I may be biased since my first pen was the metro, but my second one was the safari, and I really didn't like the safari. It was too light and the pen was really a nail.

[@dablmc]

Lamy Safari is what I use in my journaling, and I use the Pilot Metropolitan as my everyday writer for notes while sitting in my chair in the livingroom.

[@nitina8564]

Metropolitan is the one for me. With the metropolitan you are getting more pen for the money and they look and perform more than what they cost. Some might have problems with the grip section but its still a great pen.

[@kindface]

Your reviews never disappoint, Otto. If they don’t get me to pull the trigger on buying the pen reviewed, it always informs my future buying considerations in a very consequential way. Keep up the good work and, as always, looking forward to your future reviews.

[@sistergoldenhair0727]

Definitely team Metropolitan! The nibs are superior and while Lamy has more choices, the italic on the Pilot metro is sublime. The Lamy safari feels too plasticy and the nibs are very inconsistent. All my pilot metros write amazing and only a few of my safaris are reliable writers. Also the new colors are boring. I like the AL Star or LX models much better.

[@lisasiregar]

Same here. I dont even mind the plastic body but Safari nibs are 💀 actually had to return it once bc it was scratchy

[@MrsinTN]

Absolutely! 👍🏻

[@rztour]

Interesting. My experience has been quite good with my Lamy medium nib. Smooth and a nice medium line. One the other hand, the comment about its “feel” being plasticy is an excellent one. While my regular 3 finger grip fits perfectly on my Safari, it sure lets you know it’s just plastic.

[@reghunathnair4094]

Yes same here

[@henrysscrollsawworks6917]

I've thought of turning one I can get kits from pen state industries there start at about 37.00 dollars but they have some cheaper ???what are your thoughts the psi Penns come with a #6tip

[@jackjstrange]

I started with the Metro and now have four. Love them. Then I tried Lamy and have three. Both are terrific. Metro wins with value... Safari wins with style and "coolness!"

[@amenra3988]

Lamy Safari with 1.1 stub nib.

[@danroseberry]

I have and own them both, and both are great starter pens as well as pens that often put their expensive brothers to shame. But my heart belongs to the Metropolitan, for she is the one who wore the first stub nib I have ever had. A good friend of mine gifted it to me and I have loved every minute I have spent with it.

[@barrylevitt1170]

I write small so the Pilot Metropolitan fine nib is perfect. I have also found that the Pilot fine nib writes smoother and has better ink flow than my Safari with a extra fine nib. Have a great day Tom.

[@ninyli1]

Lamy Safari because of the color range, nib options and more pleasant writing experience.

[@jonathonshanecrawford1840]

A Lamy Safari fountain pen with it's _"tripod grip"_ is great to teach people - _adults and children_ - to hold the pen the correct way! I know fountains are great for writing, and writing style - mostly- improves. However, sometimes a ball point/roller ball pen is a must! There is now a ball point/roller ball pen that uses a converter and uses fountain pen ink, *The Best of both worlds* _(not Star Trek)!_

[@stevebrown6623]

But the Lamy goes to 1.1! It's got .1 more ya see. I mean with the Pilot you're at 1, and where do you go from there? Lamy goes to 1.1! (P.S. Lamy nibs FTW!)

[@jamieshannon9809]

Yes, I can imagine Nigel Tufnel sitting down to write his next masterpiece using one of these fine instruments.

[@LisePlansandJournals]

Pilot Metropolitan has 1.1

[@kurroth]

Thank you! I will always have a soft spot for the Safari but I would prefer the matte versions as the body does not get scratched up like the glossy ones. The Metro is great, as it comes with a metal body, convertor and has a proper fine nib. The fine nib is better than the Safari whose Medium and Fine are not much different. But the section of the Metro is a tad small for me.

[@gesa5187]

Lamy Safari. They write better, look better, are reliable, have a wider choice, better converters, and feel good in the hand.

[@tracyallen247]

The most important consideration besides price in this comparison is the nib selection. If you are at all interested in the quality of the nib, you have to choose the Metropolitan. Japanese nibs are superior, especially in F and EF. The finer side of the spectrum is owned by the Japanese, because their writing characters demand it. I love my Metropolitans for their writing accuracy. The Metro is more pen than you are paying for. It is not only worth it's own price, it is worth the Safari's price.

[@oscarmedina1597]

I don’t like the look of the Safari, so its Metropolitan for me. I own three Metros. These are good pocket pens for daily carry (receipts, quick notes, etc.) I do have a Lamy Studio and a Lamy 2000; both of which are excellent.

[@houghwhite411]

The laquer of my metropolitan is falling off. Now it looks and feels bad in my hand lol. Wish I had bought pen sleeve from a while ago

[@ciannacoleman5125]

I totally agree with you about the look of the Safari, plus if I am getting a fountain pen I prefer it to have minimal amounts of plastic. I have two Jinhao 450s and am planning on getting the Metropolitan in both the stub and fine since it looks like one of the best “budget” FPs and I would rather get several reliable writers and splurge on ink than immediately splurge on pens

[@hx5525]

⁠@@houghwhite411How long did u use it for before it started flaking? Rough use?

[@houghwhite411]

@@hx5525 if not sleeving it up in pants pocket without any other hard object counts as rough use… Mine fell off in 4 months It'll probably hold up better if treated with more respect

[@mereiriz]

Very helpful. Thank you, sir!

[@micheletancredi2187]

Bel canale complimenti! !!!! Lamy Safari per sempre!!!!!! Un oggetto perfetto non migliorabile. Saluti da Roma.

[@bradle4162]

I think it mostly comes down to your grip preferences. I use four of my fingers so the Safari is very uncomfortable for me. Personally, I'm actually a bigger fan if the Diplomat Magnum. Not sure if I reccomend Twsbi for newcomers because they're filling mechanism is slightly more complex than the typical cartridge converter methods.

[@mattsadventureswithart5764]

I have a twsbi go, and would recommend it to anyone who wants a refillable fountain pen that holds a lot of ink, be they beginners or more seasoned users. I like how it feels, although it is very fat compared to other pens I own, and I like how it writes. Very easy to clean out and refill as required.

[@steffymuze]

​@@mattsadventureswithart5764 I'm new to FPs and got a TWISBI Eco and a Diplomat Magnum after my Jinhao knockoffs and like all of them for different reasons so far 😊 still debating the various Lamys

[@steffymuze]

I do really like my Magnum medium, the fine was scratchy on the one I've got, smoothing helps a little. Are they replaceable? I haven't tried.

[@BrescoLtd]

Have both but prefer the Lamy.

[@a22lotti]

Oof. I’m team both? I have four metros, one safari, one vista, and two al-stars. So... yeah. The recent safari colors haven’t really grabbed me, but 2021 looks interesting. You definitely highlighted all the right points. Personal experience: the metro feels heavier, and the grip on the safaris is a little nicer for me (longer grip, no step). Then again, I like the medium nib on my metros very much. So it’s a toss up :D

[@tootsfour956]

Metropolitan, for me. Thank you for your videos. They are very helpful. BLESSINGS

[@STScott-qo4pw]

Glass pen, metal-nibbled dip, goose quills. My only concession to modernity was my inherited beloved Parker 51. Now I live for my Metropolitan fine nib! Would still like to try a lamy left-handed nib someday.

[@IAMTHEINVINCIBLE1]

Metro❤️

[@kelliearchie1488]

I love the Metropolitan. It has never failed me, and the fine point is great. Great review

[@rynjeff1073]

I have both but I seem to grab the Lamy Safari and then AlStar more often because the nibs are easier to write with, and the pen is larger to hold.

[@DollyTheLlama]

I love my metro as a desk pen. If I looked hard enough to find a real complaint, it would be the small ink volume. And that's just depending on personal preference and how much you write. I love their fine nibs. So smooth. My only complaint is that band in the middle. lol Even the ones that are the same color. To me, it just disrupts the sleekness of the pen. I'd rather see the whole pen in a print design or solid color, instead of just that band. I've never tried a Lamy to be honest. Having to buy the converter separately is just a turn off for me.

[@HJKelley47]

I began my fountain pen journey with a Waterman Phileas and vintage Esterbrook. The Metropolitan and Safari came 30 yrs later (LOL)

[@lafayette9410]

A Fine nib Metro was my first, and I now also own a Metro with a Stub I received as a gift. I thoroughly love them both. I just recently got an Eco EF and it seems great. Filling and cleaning is very satisfying, though I digress. I am addicted now, and have many more plans for pens and writing adventures beyond my journaling and current attempt at writing a novel. Thank you for the great content as always.

[@Kevinjimtheone]

I got a Lamy Safari (F) and hated it. It felt very scratchy. I also didn't care about the triangular shape. I don't need my pen to dictate how I hold it. My Hongdian Black Forest was so much better in every way that it wasn't even a comparison. I haven't gotten a Pilot pen yet because of their cartridges, but I'll probably get one any day now.

[@bobbythompson263]

I like the green of the Lamy Safari, I offered a Pilot Metropolitan to a friend but I don't own one ...

[@shellivester]

I like my Metro, but need to get the twist converter. Just my preference. I wish the Metro had nib options since the medium nib is too fine for my writing style. It's a weighty pen as well. I need to purchase a Safari in the near future.

[@mahatisekar7149]

Buy a Pilot compatible Wing Sung 698/659 broad nib, or swap a broad nib from a Pilot 78G/78G+

[@LisePlansandJournals]

There’s a 1.1 nib

[@micheleainsworth1709]

Lamy Safari for me!

[@AdityaSingh-ds5si]

I had a bad experience with Metro I was using Waterman Ink on 67 gsm paper and for 3 years it worked fine but after that it started skipping and ink flow was inconsistent I cleaned it multiple times including the slit of the nib Now I’ve purchased Lamy LX Hope I have a better experience with Lamys

[@DeboraKay1960]

I have and like both!! I use my safari, like you for daily use.