Bauhaus minimalism with a Makrolon feel and Lamy nib compatibility
Not enough independent discussion to score this one honestly — catalogue data only.
What it is
A stunningly comfortable, textured polycarbonate pen that channels the vintage Lamy 80 and flagship 2000 for under $6.
Brilliantly replicates the brushed Makrolon fiberglass texture, hooded/semi-hooded taper, and spring-loaded stainless steel clip of the Bauhaus Lamy 2000 and vintage 1980s Lamy 80. Uses Lamy Z50-style slide-on nibs and standard converters, making nib swaps effortless.
Spec sheet
| Archetype | Lamy Homages & Bauhaus Modern |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2022 (The Acrylic Homage Boom (2020–2022)) |
| Homage to | Lamy 80 (and Lamy 2000 aesthetic) |
| Filling | Unknown |
| Nib type | Lamy-style Slide-on Nib (0.38mm EF / 0.5mm F) |
| Nib widths | Fine |
| Body material | Brushed Polycarbonate (Makrolon-style) |
| Street price | $4–$8 |
| Colourways | 13 |
Dimensions mined from retailer listings and cross-checked across stores — approximate.
For and against
- Pleasant warm, brushed matte texture like Makrolon
- Swaps directly with genuine Lamy Z50 steel and 14k gold nibs
- Spring-loaded solid clip that works on thick notebooks
- Sublime lightweight everyday writer (around 18g)
- Cartridge/converter rather than the Lamy 2000's piston filling
- Plastic threads require gentle care
An absolute triumph in ergonomic minimalism. Many collectors prefer its daily reliability to pens costing twenty times more.
Colourways
13
Stocked at
| moonmanpen.com | $5.68 |
|---|---|
| moonmanpen.com | $5.68 |
| moonmanpen.com sold out | $5.38 |
| moonmanpen.com sold out | $5.68 |
| moonmanpen.com sold out | $5.68 |
| moonmanpen.com sold out | $5.69 |
| thepenworld.com sold out | $5.74 |
| thepenworld.com sold out | $5.74 |
| thepenworld.com sold out | $5.74 |
| thepenworld.com sold out | $5.74 |
| thepenworld.com sold out | $5.74 |
| thepenworld.com sold out | $5.74 |
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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