Lamy 2000 black - elegant Fountain Pen in robust fibreglass barrel - 14 ct. gold nib, partially platinum-plated - nib size EF

Its reputation is well earned, however, I have returned mine to Amazon because it came in a poor box and not the gift box shown on the product details page. Not really becoming for an expensive pen such as this and disappointing. I have since purchased one from WH Smith online for £94.50 - bargain! Sent to Germany for swap to EF nib, £8 postage. Lamy returned it with a 50cc bottle of ink, bonus! I trawled the net and read numerous reviews on the L2K EF and and the L2K generally. Some of the reviews out there are quite old. I have used mine for over a week now and none of the criticisms from older reviews are still valid - probably because Lamy have well and truly got their QA sorted, The EF nib is incredibly smooth, the sweet spot is wide, the pen can be rotated and still write smoothly. Ink flow is excellent, and Lamy blue-black looks great on cream Castelli notebook paper. I absolutely see why this pen is so highly favoured. I have numerous pens, the tactile feel of the Lamy is unique. Some say a bit like wood and that may be true, it feels really pleasant to the touch. The overall shape is streamlined, no ridges or change in shape from section to barrel - all sublimely smooth.The join of the piston knob to the main barrel is a work of pure precision, it is barely visible and almost cannot be felt. How do they do that? Similar joins of nib unit to main barrel and then brushed stainless section are equally precision engineered. The balance with cap posted is superb, just right. The small nubs that form the latch are tiny and although can be felt do not get in the way at all - the nature of the shape is that the pen is extremely comfortable to hold in various locations along the barrel. The all black finish almost makes it a stealth pen. Simple minimalist elegance. I've churned out pages of gibberish because this pen just feels so nice to use, nice to hold and the nib is superb. And it's pretty fine, some say the EF is not that fine, well, I think it is perfect. Somehow this pen is the black sheep of the family insofar as it is completely and utterly different in every way from all other pens. It stands out from the crowd by being hidden in it. Delighted with this pen and see why so many users have made it their every day workhorse pen that they've used for years. Superb.

Overview: Out of all my fountain pens, this one is my favourite and it remains inked at all times. I like the simple understated design and the hardwearing nature of the Makrolon construction (Makrolon is polycarbonate and is very strong). The clip on the cap is a brushed steel and adds to the industrial look. I like this type of Lamy clip that appear to be spring-loaded as they make usage much easier, especially if you want to clip the pen to a shirt or jacket pocket without spraining the clip or damaging the fabric of your clothing. The piston motion is very smooth and easy to use and I have no issues inking the pen from a bottle. The ink window, though small is a great feature allowing for the easy checking of the ink levels in the pen just by holding it up to the light. The pen cap secures in place using 2 tiny nubs on the pen body as anchor points. These are small and protrude just a little from the pen body and some people say they are uncomfortable. I however have to disagree as I never notice them - possibly as I hold my pen slightly below them and as I use a tripod grip they are not in the way. I can use the pen both posted or unposted. It is very light so posing the cap maybe preferable for some people to give the pen a little extra weight. The construction is extremely high quality and you cannot discern the joint points between the sections. The grip section is metal like the clip and has a brushed finish. This adds character and perhaps a little texture, but not enough to aid your grip so if you press down too hard like a ball point user has to you may find your grip slips. I hold my pen lightly and have no such issues and this also limits your susceptibility to getting cramp in your hand from too tight a grip. The Nib: The Nib is a 14 carat gold hooded nib with a platinum coating and is really enjoyable to write with. I have it inked up with Noodler's Black and find that it is a nice smooth writer that doesn't skip or seem to suffer any hard starts if left uncapped for a short while. The nib on mine is an extra fine and to be honest is a little wider than I expected. This was probably because this was my first gold nib and I was only familiar with steel nibs at the time, but that was why I chose the extra fine over a fine or a medium which would have been almost unusable to me. Overall I am extremely happy with this pen and use it almost every day both at home and work and highly recommend it to anyone wanting to upgrade from a starter pen to something nicer. I would certainly buy another if I ever had the misfortune of having to replace this one.

What can I say about this tremendous pen? I have been using fountain pens for the best part of 25 years and this has been the best purchase I've made in all my pen purchases. Not only is the Lamy 2000 a beautiful pen to look at AND hold, it is a beautiful and precise instrument. I have suffered from RSI for some time and continually writing can cause pain and cramp, however this wonder of a pen doesn't cause a problem at all. The sleek black pen barrel and lid feels delightful to the touch. It's made of a space-age plastic - yes plastic - although it doesn't feel like it when handling it. There are beautiful, faint, lines imbedded into the barrel and lid that look like the groves in the bark of a tree. The matt black look contrasts really well with the shiny silver accents on the nib and clip on the barrel. The 'hidden nib' - 70% of the nib hood is covered (I've found already I'm finding less ink spots on my paperwork as a result); for me this means I can hold the pen closer to the nib itself, which is a more comfortable writing position (at least for me). The gold nib, plated in platinum, allows for a reassuringly smooth and stable writing experience. I chose the Extra Fine nib, which is not as EF as other nibs I have used but I am very pleased with the overall result. Towards the bottom of the pen barrel is a small 'window' which, when filled with ink, appears dark - when the internal ink reservoir needs filling, the windows start to appear clear again. This is the first internal syphon filling pen I have used, and I was a little concerned to begin with, but filling the pen is an easy process: a few twists and turns from the top of the pen gives the pen a full charge of ink. It does mean, though, that you need to make sure you always have enough ink left in the barrel if you use the pen out of the house or office (or away from the ink bottle). The windows will tell you when it's ready to refill. I include the weight of the pen as follows (for me the weight is important - and it's not too heavy): 26 grams (17 grams without the pen cap). Overall this pen is a piece of modern art, an exceptional writing instrument, and a conversation starter. I would highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys using a fine writing instrument. I aim to provide honest and helpful reviews - if you found this of some help then click on 'yes' below.

- Expensive when not on sale - Feels very small in comparison to the safari - The twisting refill piston at the back is loose and it's very easy to accidentally twist it a little and have ink everywhere. Wish there was a locking mechanism - Lamys Extra fine nib is more like a regular fine. + Looks great + Feels premium material wise. + Love how the lid clicks into place (do the same with the piston please!) + A+ on the clip as well If it was 10% larger, had a lockable piston, and some very subtly flat sides for the fingers -this would be the perfect pen.

I needed a pen for developing my handwriting and drawing sketches. First I tried a vintage Parker 51 Aerometric (similar to Her Majesty's one) and liked it a lot - ideal grip and smooth writing. However as soon as you start to draw and hold the pen higher, you notice a sweet spot. It is almost not noticeable when you write but annoying when you draw. Then I got a Lamy Safari. The quality of the line is fantastic: it is consistent in width and never breaks. And there is no sweet spot! It is omnidirectional. The problem is that Safari is over-ergonomical: it is designed only for writing and it sits ideally when you hold it closer to the nib. So what pen is shaped similar to Parker51 and draws the line as smooth and reliable as Lamy Safari? Lamy Studio and Aion? But they are made of metal and relatively heavy... When I touched a Lamy 2000, I new: that's the one! It is the smoothest and the most convenient pen money can buy! And don't forget: it has been designed by Gerd Müller - associated name with Braun design - in 1966. The Bauhaus aesthetics, extreme level of functioning and Lamy's highest level of technology make this pen a good investment.

Product came clearly used with old ink residue inside. Had to give it a thorough cleaning to even get it to write. Now that it’s working, it’s a good pen, comfortable and good feel in the hand.

Following an unsuccessful purchase of the Medium nib version (it repeatedly skipped after a few lines) and its return, subsequent discussions with a couple of dealers suggested additional flushing and using a wetter ink may have solved its problems. As the pen is regarded as a 'wet' writer, that seemed contary to standard practice. Lamy's own ink is too dry for this nib, but most from Waterman should suit it as would most from J Herbin, Diamine and Noodlers but they also have some very dry inks within their ranges. Both had positive opinions of the model and suggested trying another example. The Medium version was available only direct from Japan when the decision was taken, the Fine not at all, but would then incur additional Customs and Import charges. As it is widely stated that the Lamy 2000 nibs share much wider tips than is normal for the brand and several users claim that the EF nib can perform as a Medium-Fine, that was chosen with trepidation as it might be too fine for personal tastes and needs. The written line of the Medium nib first used was indistinguishable from other Medium-nibbed pens. However, should the EF nib not ultimately suit, there is an option to return it to Lamy almost immediately for a free exchange to a broader grade nib. The pen was designed in the 1960s when Parker's classic 51 and 61 were still king and it follows their broad design although the filling system is by internal piston and the body is the lightweight and exceptionally strong Makrolon (polycarbonate). The piston filler operates very smoothly and fully fills the pen (it's impossible to prove) but its ink-view window is very slim and not useful until the reservoir is almost empty and then allows light to pass through; it is too late a warning! The piston knob merges unnoticed into the body. The pen's surface is described as 'brushed' but the texturing is shallow and less than is normally understood by the description. The cap is also Makrolon and similarly textured but sits on the pen rather than merging into it and could be said to spoil its otherwise smooth lines. There are two thin metal lugs that project slightly from the body located mid-way between the junction with nib section and barrel and the ink view window(not too visually obvious or uncomfortable on the fingers) that are intended to secure the cap; the degree of security it adds is relative but the attachment is not very positive. Posting is fairly secure but best avoided as it is then too easy to twist the cap and the piston knob it contacts anti-clockwise and unintentionally eject some of its ink. Posting is not essential as the pen has a comfortable length when fully uncapped and sufficiently comfortable for most. Those with very large hands may post for the extra length and balance but should then exercise care. Before initial filling, the pen was prepared more thoroughly than previously. As fine nibs can be relatively dry writers even when the model is regarded as 'wet', EF even more so, a very 'wet' and easy-flowing ink was chosen. The results were considerably better than expected, quite smooth although with some 'tooth' or minor resistance and noise as it rides across the paper surface. To be fair to Lamy, it is better than another well-rated brand's Fine nib as fitted to a pen retailing at the same price-point (£135-150). Its line width with the ink used, Rohrer & Klingner's Cassia (blackcurrent), almost matches that from some Medium nibs in current use, the tipping of which is considerably broader and consequently smoother to use, but virtually indistinguishable on paper. However, it is worth noting that the Fine nib as fitted to Sheaffer's (now discontinued?) Taranis which also employs a semi-hooded design writes to a similar line width but is as smooth as most mediums! The EF nib is more difficult for the relatively inexperienced fountain pen user and the Medium version would be a better initial choice. It also requires a lighter hand and very accurate orientation of nib to paper for best results which also come with experience. Ultimately, the Extra Fine nib would be the ideal choice for those with compact handwriting or in situations where high legibility must be maintained, e.g. form-filling, written examinations, thesis or book drafts. The EF nib will also provide the longest intervals between fills, possibly avoiding a loss of continuity of thought during the moments needed for filling and wiping the nib section and nib free of surface ink. Because the fill-hole is quite close to the nib tip, there is no need to fully submerge the pen unless the bottle is almost empty. It also allows the pen to be filled when many others will not; some almost need a full bottle for all but the first few fills. The pen is quite broad in the body and therefore provides for a secure hold but its low weight also makes it easy for all ages to use and reduces any possibility of hand or finger fatigue after a few hours of use. Few users will regularly need to write for several hours, but some may occasionally. There is an all-steel version which is about twice the weight of this and would quickly fatigue most writers. Although not without some minor faults, the pen can perform very well. There are exceptions to every rule and poor examples are to be found, as was previously experienced. Recommendation would now be to return a poor example in the expectation that the replacement should be better. It is sad that Lamy have reputedly experienced several intermittent production issues with this model, more than any other. Although happier with this example than the earlier one, its relatively indifferent performance against the Chinese-made steel nib Taranis was the final breaking point. The comparison was made after searching through a collection for another pen with Fine or EF nib; the Taranis was not used for some time. If the Cross factory in China can achieve a higher level of performance in a steel nib at a lower price than Lamy can in gold which is supposedly more amenable to smoothness, there is a problem that needs be addressed. This, too, was also returned.

The best birthday 🎁ever😁. My All Time FAVOURITE fountain pen !! I’ve had it for a year now and I LOVE it. Perhaps not as catchy design for everyone to notice, rather a simple pen with extraodinary experience. I adore its Classy & Minimalistic look. Perfectly reliable, holds good ink, super easy to refill, feels great in the hand, well balanced, just the right weight, writes buttery smooth, easily uncapped quickly since there are no threads, has a uniqueness that other pens can't really match. I couldn’t be any happier. Thank you Lamy!! Thank you so much✨👌🏻✨

If not for the price, may not have considered. Writes well, built like a tank, smooth ink flow, great piston and comfortable... no issues with the two 'hinges' at the side. Having said that, the EF is rather broad similar to a Japanese nib size Fine to Medium leaning towards Medium. Purchased based on many positive reviews from users and friends. Design quite 'outdated' but if one is fine with that, no issues. However, Japanese nib users who prefer Japanese EF and/or F nibs may find the line width too wide. Overall, great fountain pen especially on a Black Friday Sale.

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I’ve had this pen for a little while now and I enjoy the writing experience a lot. I have a few Japanese gold nib F and EF pens and wanted to experience a Western EF. My initial impression was it was a little bit difficult to write with and felt unwieldy but the more I wrote with it, the more enjoyable the experience. I didn’t find any issues with ink flow as my pen writes pretty wet (vs my experience with other Japanese pens). I don’t really notice the pens’ sweet spot so perhaps the way I hold the pen angle to paper is optimal. I don’t really get a lot of fatigue when I write for longer sessions with this pen. I’m trying to train myself out of death gripping my pens and the Lamy 2000 pen girth helps discourage death grips. I position my grip above the aluminum ‘section’ probably where the cap clip is and I don’t notice the ears at all. I don’t tend to find my fingers sliding down to the aluminum section. The design of the pen is a nice, clean minimal look. I didn’t purchase it because it’s iconic, I purchased it because I like the design. The EF nib writes with a heavier line weight that I’m used to but it’s still very usable for me. Ink capacity isn’t huge even though it’s a piston filler but not a deal breaker for me as I love changing ink colors. The pen can be disassembled extremely easily for deep cleaning and full maintenance which is great for me as I love to tinker. I do wonder, when I first received the pen, I did a water flush and was surprised to find the water was blue. I’m not sure if the pen was tested by factory or seller or if it was a return. Regardless, there was nothing wrong with the way the pen wrote. I do have one gripe about the pen and I’m not sure if it’s a design flaw or if I just have a bit of a dud. The pen clip is a little bit wobbly which drives me a bit bonkers. I like this pen so much I want to pick up another either in the F or M nib so I guess I’ll figure out if the clip wobble is unique to my current pen or inherent to the design.

Son style "Bauhaus" avait jadis attiré mon attention, puis j'étais passé à autre chose. Lorsque je l'ai revu récemment, j'ai craqué. Son design me plaît. Il est léger, bien équilibré en main, toujours immédiatement disponible même après plusieurs jours d'inactivité. La fenêtre qui montre le niveau de l'encre est bien utile. Son système de remplissage à piston est agréable à utiliser. Sa plume douce au toucher répond à toutes les sollicitations et précisément quel que soit le papier. En quelques semaines, il est devenu un de mes préférés de ma petite collection.