Fountain Pen in Dark Purple Aluminum with a Smoky Grey Triangular Grip and Interchangeable Steel Nib
This fountain pen pairs a dark purple aluminum body with a smoky grey translucent triangular grip that helps guide finger placement as you learn to write with a fountain pen. The LAMY AL-star also suits experienced fountain pen users who appreciate a shaped grip and a replaceable nib.
The interchangeable silver steel nib lets you change nib size without replacing the pen. Select Extra-Fine, Fine, Medium or Broad, and start writing with the included blue ink cartridge. For bottled fountain pen ink, add a separately purchased LAMY Z28 converter.
Features
- Dark purple aluminum body gives the pen a distinctive color.
- Smoky grey translucent triangular grip helps guide how you hold the pen.
- Interchangeable silver steel nib can be swapped for another size.
- Four nib sizes span Extra-Fine through Broad.
- Included blue ink cartridge lets you begin writing.
- Supports bottled fountain pen ink when fitted with a separately purchased LAMY Z28 converter.
Specifications
- Product: Fountain pen
- Model: LAMY AL-star
- Body material: Aluminum
- Body color: Dark purple
- Grip: Smoky grey translucent triangular grip section
- Nib: Interchangeable silver steel nib
- Selectable nib sizes: Extra-Fine; Fine; Medium; Broad
- Included ink: Blue LAMY ink cartridge
- Bottled ink setup: LAMY Z28 converter required; purchased separately
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I change the nib size after buying this fountain pen?
Yes, the AL-star has an interchangeable silver steel nib that can be swapped for another size. The pen is offered in Extra-Fine, Fine, Medium and Broad.
Does this fountain pen include ink?
Yes, this fountain pen includes a blue LAMY ink cartridge so you can start writing.
Can I use bottled ink in this pen?
Yes, the AL-star can use bottled fountain pen ink with a LAMY Z28 converter. The converter is purchased separately.
How does the triangular grip help a new fountain pen user?
The AL-star's triangular grip helps guide finger placement when learning how to hold a fountain pen. Its smoky grey grip section is translucent.
Why might there be blue ink residue in a new pen?
Blue ink residue can remain from LAMY's final manufacturing test. This is normal for these pens.