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German Fountain Pens

Lamy Safari Fountain Pen in Yellow Lamy Safari Fountain Pen in Yellow
$29.60
$37

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Kaweco Skyline Sport Fountain Pen in Mint Kaweco Skyline Sport Fountain Pen in Mint
$34
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Kaweco Classic Sport Fountain Pen in Black Kaweco Classic Sport Fountain Pen in Black
$34
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Kaweco AL Sport Fountain Pen in Rose Gold Kaweco AL Sport Fountain Pen in Rose Gold
$95
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Diplomat Aero Fountain Pen in Pure Black Diplomat Aero Fountain Pen in Pure Black
$224
$280

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Kaweco Piston Sport AL Fountain Pen in Solo Navy/Gold Kaweco Piston Sport AL Fountain Pen in Solo Navy/Gold
$190
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Faber-Castell Ambition Fountain Pen in Soft Teal Faber-Castell Ambition Fountain Pen in Soft Teal
$88
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Faber-Castell Ambition Fountain Pen in Cinematic White Faber-Castell Ambition Fountain Pen in Cinematic White
$88
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Kaweco Liliput Fountain Pen in Kolibri Kaweco Liliput Fountain Pen in Kolibri
$170
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Pelikan Classic M200 Fountain Pen & Edelstein Ink Bottle in Apricot Achat 2025 Set Pelikan Classic M200 Fountain Pen & Edelstein Ink Bottle in Apricot Achat 2025 Set
$299.20
$374

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Pelikan Ineo Fountain Pen in Ocean Blue - Medium Pelikan Ineo Fountain Pen in Ocean Blue - Medium
$35.20
$44

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Pelikan Ineo Fountain Pen in Black Rock - Medium Pelikan Ineo Fountain Pen in Black Rock - Medium
$35.20
$44

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Diplomat Viper Fountain Pen Fine/Medium Point in Blue Diplomat Viper Fountain Pen Fine/Medium Point in Blue
$100
$125

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Lamy Scala Fountain Pen in Piano Red Lamy Scala Fountain Pen in Piano Red
$231.20
$289

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Kaweco Fountain Pen Replacement Nib 060 - Black Steel Kaweco Fountain Pen Replacement Nib 060 - Black Steel
$50
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Diplomat Magnum Fountain Pen in Lime Green Diplomat Magnum Fountain Pen in Lime Green
From $30.40
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Pelikan Souveran M800 Fountain Pen in Black & Red with Gold Trim - 18K Gold Pelikan Souveran M800 Fountain Pen in Black & Red with Gold Trim - 18K Gold
$786.25
$925

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Diplomat Magnum Fountain Pen in Indigo Blue Diplomat Magnum Fountain Pen in Indigo Blue
From $30.40
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Diplomat Magnum Fountain Pen in Burned Red Diplomat Magnum Fountain Pen in Burned Red
$32
$40

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Diplomat Magnum Fountain Pen in Aegean Blue Diplomat Magnum Fountain Pen in Aegean Blue
From $30.40
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Kaweco Student Fountain Pen in Demonstrator Kaweco Student Fountain Pen in Demonstrator
$66
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Kaweco Student Fountain Pen in 70's Soul Kaweco Student Fountain Pen in 70's Soul
$82
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Kaweco Perkeo Fountain Pen in Breezy Teal Kaweco Perkeo Fountain Pen in Breezy Teal
$20
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Diplomat Aero Fountain Pen in Green Diplomat Aero Fountain Pen in Green
From $180
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Kaweco Student Fountain Pen in 60’s Swing Green Kaweco Student Fountain Pen in 60’s Swing Green
$82
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Kaweco AL Sport Fountain Pen in Stonewashed Blue Kaweco AL Sport Fountain Pen in Stonewashed Blue
From $110
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Pelikan Classic 200 Fountain Pen in Copper Rose Gold Pelikan Classic 200 Fountain Pen in Copper Rose Gold
$203
$290

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Faber-Castell Ambition Italic Fountain Pen in Obsidian Faber-Castell Ambition Italic Fountain Pen in Obsidian
$225
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Faber-Castell Poly Fountain Pen in Black Faber-Castell Poly Fountain Pen in Black
$22
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Lamy ABC Fountain Pen in Black Left Handed for Beginner Child Lamy ABC Fountain Pen in Black Left Handed for Beginner Child
$20.80
$26

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Diplomat X.O Triple 5 Fountain Pen in Camel Leather Limited Edition Diplomat X.O Triple 5 Fountain Pen in Camel Leather Limited Edition
$436
$545

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Pelikan Souverän M809 Fountain Pen in Black Matte - 18K Gold Nib Pelikan Souverän M809 Fountain Pen in Black Matte - 18K Gold Nib
$977.50
$1,150

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Frequently Asked Questions

What makes German fountain pens special? +
They’re special because of their long tradition of precise engineering, which shows up in their writing quality and endurance. Germany’s two independent nib houses, JoWo and Bock, supply much of the industry, while Lamy and Pelikan cut their own in-house. That focus on the nib, plus high quality control and durable everyday materials, sets German pens apart. The look tends to be clean and functional rather than ornate, from Lamy's Bauhaus shapes to Kaweco's compact octagonal bodies.
What German fountain pen brands do you sell here? +
Faber-Castell, Lamy, Kaweco, Diplomat, and Pelikan. Lamy is the Heidelberg maker behind the Safari and the iconic 2000, known for clean Bauhaus shapes and reliable steel nibs. Kaweco is a long-established house best known for its pocket-sized Sport, an octagonal pen you post if you want to write at full length. Pelikan sits in the next price tier up with hand-engraved piston-fillers, while Faber-Castell rounds out the everyday range.
Which German fountain pen is a good first pen? +
The Lamy Safari is the one we point new writers to. It’s tough, forgiving, cheap enough to learn on, and it writes cleanly out of the box, so it’s a standard in German classrooms. Alternatively, the Kaweco Sport is a compact pocket pen that’s postable and convenient if you want something that tucks away neatly into a bag. Both have durable steel nibs and easy grips, so you aren’t committing to anything fussy.
How does the Diplomat Aero compare to the Faber-Castell Ambition? +
Both are steel-nib pens with midrange prices, so the choice comes down to material and heft. The Aero is machined aluminum in Diplomat’s ribbed, Zeppelin-inspired shape, with a snap cap and a substantial barrel that feels cool to the touch. The Ambition is slimmer and lighter, built with a brushed resin barrel, a spring-loaded clip, and chromed metal trims on most finishes. If you want a pen with presence on the desk, pick the Aero. If you want a slim pen that fits into your jacket pocket, pick the Ambition.
Are German nibs broader and wetter than Japanese nibs? +
Yes, generally. A German extra-fine writes roughly like a Japanese fine, and the gap is widest at the fine end, narrowing as you move up to medium and broad. If you’re coming from a Japanese pen like a Pilot or Sailor and want the same line width, size down one step when you pick a German nib. Compare both writing traditions side by side in the wider fountain pen collection.
Which nib size should I choose on a German pen? +
For most writers, a fine or medium is the safe choice, with extra-fine and broad waiting for when you want the extremes. Medium lays down a round, wet line that shows off ink color and feels smooth, which makes it the easy everyday pick, while fine creates a thinner, more controlled line that suits small handwriting or lower-quality paper. The Lamy Safari typically comes in extra-fine, fine, and medium, while the Kaweco Sport typically reaches up to broad and double-broad for a wider, smoother line.
How do you fill a German fountain pen with ink? +
For most, either drop in an ink cartridge or fit a converter that draws ink from a bottle. Kaweco Sport uses widely available standard international short cartridges, but bottled-ink users will need Kaweco's own short-barrel converter (not a full-size one), which trips up many first-time buyers. Lamy has their own proprietary cartridge and Z28 converter that fit only Lamy pens. The Lamy 2000, most of the Pelikan pens, and some of the Kaweco pens work with a built-in piston filler, which takes no cartridge or converter at all. If you aren’t sure what fits your pen, our cartridge and converter compatibility guide lays it out brand by brand.
Why is there such a wide price range in German fountain pens? +
Because the category runs from mass-produced, everyday pens up to hand-finished flagships. At the low end, the Lamy Safari and Kaweco Sport use molded plastic or resin bodies with durable steel nibs, which keeps them affordable. The Pelikan Toledo M700 sits at the top of this page, hand-signed and hand-engraved with an 18K gold nib. A low-priced German pen is not low-quality, just built with lighter materials and steel instead of gold.
Are German-made pens reliable enough for everyday writing? +
Yes: for one, the Safari's ABS body and steel nib are durable and low-fuss, it starts writing straight away, and it shrugs off the knocks of a commute far better than a delicate pen. A steel nib from one of the brands on this page is the sensible choice, resilient enough for everyday carry. Keep it inked and in use, and a German pen will hold up for years.
Are these German pens authentic? +
Every German pen sold here is the genuine article, since we’re an authorized dealer for all the brands we carry. That matters, because fake and grey-market versions do turn up on open marketplaces, and a counterfeit will not write, fill, or last like the real German-made pen will. See details about each pen’s specific warranty, and get in touch with our team of pen people if you need guidance.