Why did my pen begin skipping and not writing at all? I put in a new cartridge and same thing. If nib is clogged, how do I clean it?

A few suggestions for your problem, Warren. Firstly, I've found that cartridges just don't work as well as bottled ink. For cleaning, remove the cartridge, insert a converter, and fill the pen with plain (preferably filtered) luke warm water from a glass and empty it out. Do this a few times until the water coming out of the pen is clear. If you don't have a converter then unscrew the nib, drop the whole assembly in the glass and rinse it in the water, changing the water until clear. I suggest cleaning the nib in this way every time you fill it.

How does it compare to Pilot Metropolitan in writing experience? Which one is a smoother writer?

There are so many variable combinations (ink, paper, nib size...) it's hard to give a definitive answer. I own both pens. My Metropolitan is much smoother than my Safari. Asian nibs are finer, so a Pilot M is going to be more like a Lamy F. If using a good bottled ink with a converter, you may find the Pilot M to be a bit wet. Both write well on copier-grade paper, but you may find the Lamy to be a bit scratchier. Beyond that, it kind of comes down to aesthetics. Do you like the modern lines and materials of the Lamy, or the classic, smooth lines of the Pilot?

How "fine" is the fine tip? How does it compare to the other Lamy tip widths (extra-fine, medium)?

It is not a fine tip in my opinion. It is smooth and has a generous width in its imprint, so for this reason it could easily be called a medium.

Can you change the nib to another LAMY nib of another size?

Absolutely. Lamy nibs come in EF, F, M, B, 1.1 stub, 1.5 stub, 1.9 stub and are all interchangeable. I love the 1.1 stub and 1.5 stub and the extra flair they give my handwriting.

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LAMY safari umbra - Fountain Pen with ergonomic grip & polished steel nib in size F - ideal for any Writing & Calligraphy - including LAMY T 10 blue cartridge - Right-Handed

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Age Range (Description)
Teen
Brand
Lamy
Color
umbra
Ink Color
Blue
Writing Instrument Form
Fountain Pen

🔵includes blue erasable ink cartridge

✒️0.5mm fine steel nib

🖐️ergonomic triangular grip

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Description

✍️ Write your legacy with precision and style.

INK LEVEL TRANSPARENCY - Stay in control with a smart ink window that keeps you informed, never caught off guard.
READY FOR EVERY SETTING - From classroom to boardroom, this pen adapts seamlessly to your professional and creative life.
VERSATILE CUSTOMIZABLE - Switch nib sizes or upgrade with converters to match your unique writing style and needs.
ICONIC DESIGN CULT STATUS - Join the global community of creatives with a timeless design icon that turns heads.
EFFORTLESS PRECISION WRITING - Experience smooth, fatigue-free writing with a finely polished steel nib and ergonomic grip.

The LAMY safari umbra fountain pen features a durable ABS plastic body with a polished steel fine nib (0.5mm), an ergonomic triangular grip for comfortable long writing sessions, and includes a blue erasable ink cartridge. Designed for right-handed users, it offers ink level visibility and compatibility with optional converters, making it ideal for students, professionals, and calligraphy enthusiasts alike.

Specifications

ASIN	B000FA5DRK
Additional Features	Ergonomic
Age Range Description	Teen
Best Sellers Rank	#7,609 in Office Products ( See Top 100 in Office Products ) #21 in Fountain Pens
Body Shape	Round
Brand Name	Lamy
Closure Type	Click-Off Cap
Color	umbra
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (6,193)
Drill Point	Fine
Global Trade Identification Number	00021274030630, 00300715378846, 00300715384618, 00626268241780, 00626268241841, 00780746531555, 00799198311196, 00887906135056, 04014519030614, 04014519030638, 04014519038863, 04014519271055, 05697020018327
Grip Type	triangular
Hand Orientation	Right
Hardness	F
Included Components	Ink Cartridge
Ink Base	Water
Ink Color	Blue
Item Diameter	1.2 centimeters
Item Dimensions	8.3 x 1.2 x 7.5 inches
Item Type Name	Premium writing instruments
Item Weight	9 g
Line Size	0.5mm
Manufacturer	Lamy
Material Type	Plastic
Model Name	FBA_1203886
Model Number	L17F
Pattern	Main unit
Recommended Uses For Product	Calligraphy, Writing
Style	Fine Nib
Theme	Classic
UPC	626268241841 780746531555 021274030630 799198311196 626268241780 887906135056 300715378846 300715384618
Unit Count	1 Count
Water Resistance Level	Not Water Resistant
Writing Instrument Form	Fountain Pen
Writing Technique	Fountain Pen

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