The classic Lamy Safari student dupe
cartridge / converter
3 colourways · $2.86 typical
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none confidence
Not enough independent discussion to score this one honestly — catalogue data only.
What it is
The pen that proved ergonomic student pens could cost $2 with converter included.
Homage & Design Inspiration
Released 2013
Homage to Lamy Safari
(Lamy)
Save 92%
Original MSRP: $30
This pen: $2–$4
Direct clone of the iconic Lamy Safari. Triangular ergonomic grip section, dual ink windows, and wire pocket clip.
Spec sheet
| Archetype | Lamy Homages & Bauhaus Modern |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2013 (The Golden Age of Heavy Metal (Pre-2015)) |
| Homage to | Lamy Safari |
| Filling | Cartridge / converter |
| Nib type | Hooded or Open Steel Nib |
| Nib widths | Fine |
| Body material | ABS Plastic |
| Street price | $2–$4 |
| Colourways | 3 |
Dimensions mined from retailer listings and cross-checked across stores — approximate.
For and against
- Ergonomic tripod grip
- Includes converter (Lamy charges extra)
- Tough ABS plastic
- Tripod grip forces tripod hold
Great starter pen for school or ink sampling.
Colourways
3
Green
moonmanpen.com
Matt Black
moonmanpen.com
Transparent / White
moonmanpen.com
Stocked at
| moonmanpen.com | $2.63 |
|---|---|
| moonmanpen.com | $2.86 |
| moonmanpen.com sold out | $3.09 |
Converted to USD at August 2026 rates.
Sources
The Ultimate Chinese Fountain Pen Catalogue — The Mind Palace
Also lamy homages & bauhaus modern
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