Lamy 2000 m vs f nib

[50peso]

Ready to buy a Lamy2000, torn between medium and fine nib. I have heard the fine nib is closer to a medium in comparison to other fp's such as the vanishing point. Opinions?

[stratguy]

I had a fine and found it a bit scratchy. Even after a polish I found it wasn’t for me. I would prefer a medium.

[Arcticsub]

Originally Posted by 50peso

Ready to buy a Lamy2000, torn between medium and fine nib. I have heard the fine nib is closer to a medium in comparison to other fp's such as the vanishing point. Opinions?

German fountain pens in general are always broader than their Asian counterparts.

Go for the medium, optimal flow.

[BryanSmyth]

Originally Posted by stratguy

I had a fine and found it a bit scratchy. Even after a polish I found it wasn’t for me. I would prefer a medium.

Ditto. The medium Lamy nibs are smooth and the ink flows beautifully.

I have a fine nibbed Muji with a fine nib which wasn't too bad - a little tactile, but perfectly usable.

[Bisquitlips]

Originally Posted by BryanSmyth

Ditto. The medium Lamy nibs are smooth and the ink flows beautifully.

I have a fine nibbed Muji with a fine nib which wasn't too bad - a little tactile, but perfectly usable.

Double ditto!

Regardless, you will be happy with the 2000. And nibs are 10 bucks and easy to swap out!

Enjoy!

[Rush1]

I've always wanted to buy a Lamy.

[Dennisoul]

I had the same dilemma about a month ago.....I got the Fine nib and it is defo nearer a medium, absolutely love it.....writes as smooth as silk

[Bisquitlips]

Originally Posted by 50peso

Ready to buy a Lamy2000, torn between medium and fine nib. I have heard the fine nib is closer to a medium in comparison to other fp's such as the vanishing point. Opinions?

For Lamy, nibs are a $10.00 problem and very easy to change.

[037]

Originally Posted by Bisquitlips

For Lamy, nibs are a $10.00 problem and very easy to change.

You’re thinking Safari nibs. The 2000 nibs are gold and run $100-125 when you can find them. Typically they’re tuned and/or reground if they don’t flow or write well. The 2000 line isn’t LEGOs like a Safari.

[Bisquitlips]

Originally Posted by 037

You’re thinking Safari nibs. The 2000 nibs are gold and run $100-125 when you can find them. Typically they’re tuned and/or reground if they don’t flow or write well. The 2000 line isn’t LEGOs like a Safari.

Ooooops! I misread the post. Sorry!

[Dave455]

In my experience, Lamy nibs are pretty “spot on” as to how they are graded, by which I mean that most people, with normal size writing, will be suited to a medium. If you generally prefer a fine, go for it. I think there is a degree more hand finishing on the 2000 nibs, which means probably a little variation, so I would try before I bought, if at all feasible.

With regard to the vanishing point, like many Japanese pens, the makers offer different ranges of nibs according to the intended market. If you compare the Lamy nibs to those of a Vanishing point intended for the European or U.S. markets they are similar. If you are comparing to a vanishing point intended for the Japanese market (which a lot purchased online are) then those nibs are much finer!