LAMY Studio Black Forest Ballpoint Pen
The LAMY studio elegantly shows just how close design and art can be. This premium writing instrument seamlessly fuses its individual elements with its convex cylindrical form while simultaneously foregoing all unnecessary embellishments. The propeller-shaped, seemingly twisted clip counters the objective elegance of the LAMY studio with an innovative design accent.
This 2021 special edition has a deep and dark green/grey body, almost black in appearance, with subtle sparkles. Black Forest evokes the imagery and feeling of sitting and writing next to a shimmering creek in the dense forest of southwestern Germany. It is equipped with a high gloss chrome grip and clip.
Compatible with the LAMY M16 Ballpoint Refill - available for separate purchase in Black, Blue, and Red, and in Fine, Medium, and Broad sizes.
I should point out that I write with a fountain pen whenever possible, but I use a ballpoint either on certain types of paper or cardstock not suitable for fountain pens or when I travel by air (since changes in cabin pressure can wreak havoc on fountain pens). I bought the Black Forest ballpoint as a companion to the fountain pen, and it has similarly sleek contours and the same gorgeous finish (but again, as is true of the fountain pen, I can't see even a hint of green in the dark grey color--even in direct sunlight). The pen has a comfortable weight and feel in the hand, and the twist action is easy and smooth. The black medium M16 refill that came supplied with the pen has proven reliable to date: I haven't experienced any blobs or skips. All in all, I consider this a worthy companion to the fountain pen.
