Lamy

Lamy is a German writing instrument manufacturer founded in 1930 by Josef Lamy in Heidelberg. The company designs, manufactures, and distributes fountain pens, ballpoint pens, rollerball pens, mechanical pencils, and related accessories. It is renowned for its minimalistic, functional design and for producing pens intended for everyday writing as well as for enthusiasts.

Throughout its history, Lamy has emphasized design-oriented engineering and in-house production. The Safari, introduced in the 1980s, is among the best-known models: a durable plastic pen with a distinctive wrap-around grip and a wide range of colors. Other popular lines include the Al-Star (aluminum body), the Studio (metal construction with a modern look), and the 2000 (a classic that uses a fiberglass-resin body and a stainless steel nib). The nib system is modular, with widely available steel nibs in several sizes (EF to broad), designed to be interchangeable.

The Lamy 2000, introduced in 1966, is widely regarded as a design icon of modern writing instruments, incorporating Bauhaus-inspired aesthetics with a functional, understated profile. Lamy pens are broadly distributed through authorized retailers and have a global following among students, office workers, and fountain-pen enthusiasts.