What Are the Differences between Pens?
Learn the various features and advantages of pens to determine the right type for your needs.
Written by James Huang
Updated at December 17th, 2023
You like the idea of paperless notes and sketches and need to select a suitable pen to bring it to life. In this article, we'll delve into the differences between our pens, so that you can make an informed purchase decision and choose the right pen for your specific needs.
| Model | Specs | Advanced Features | Folio Compatibility |
| Standard Pen |
Size: 147 mm × 9 mm Weight: 26 g Materials: Body - high density plastic, Grip - plastic, Nib - ceramic |
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Fits into a regular folio (a non-LAMY folio) made of canvas or leather. |
| Heart of Metal 2 Pen | Size: 135.7 mm × 12.2 mm *This pen has a non-replaceable refill and is not compatible with the refill of our other pen. |
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Fits into a regular folio（a non-LAMY folio） made of canvas or leather. |
| LAMY Al-Star EMR Pen |
Size: 139 mm × 13 mm Weight: 24 g Materials: Body - anodized aluminum, Grip - plastic, Nib - pom |
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Fits into LAMY-specific folios. (Check for the ONLY FOR LAMY sign in the top-right corner of the associated product image.) |
| LAMY Safari Twin EMR Pen |
Size: 137 mm × 13 mm Weight: 24 g Materials: Body - ABS plastic, Nib - ceramic and stainless steel (LAMY M 21 ballpoint refill in black) |
2 in 1 / Twist-action mechanism
- Ceramic NeverReplace nib
- Stainless steel tip |
Fits into any type of folios available on our website. |
Push-Up Standard Pen |
Length: 137mm Weight: 12.5g Materials: Body - PC+ABS, Nib - ceramic
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Only fits into A6 X2 Nomad folios. |