Question 1

Which is better, LAMY Safari Fountain Pen or Pilot Metropolitan Fountain Pen?

Accepted Answer

Based on our testing, the LAMY Safari Fountain Pen scores higher overall at 9/10. The LAMY Safari Fountain Pen scored 9/10 and the Pilot Metropolitan Fountain Pen scored 8.8/10 in our Best Fountain Pens 2026 evaluation.

Question 2

Is the LAMY Safari Fountain Pen worth it over the Pilot Metropolitan Fountain Pen?

Accepted Answer

The LAMY Safari Fountain Pen scores 9/10 while the Pilot Metropolitan Fountain Pen scores 8.8/10. The LAMY Safari Fountain Pen is our "Best Beginner" pick in the Best Fountain Pens 2026 category.

LAMY Safari Fountain Pen vs Pilot Metropolitan Fountain Pen: Which to Buy?