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LAMY AL-star aluminum fountain pen — gift idea
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LAMY AL-star aluminum fountain pen

The lightweight aluminum sibling of the safari, with a transparent grip and a broad steel nib.

83/ 100
CTG scoreSafe betHow we score
Budget $15 to $30 Indicative range, today's price on the store
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Scores by criterion

Proven reliability 88
Satisfaction and consistency of user feedback over time.
Perceived value 85
How valuable it feels compared with the budget.
Bond and memory 83
What the gift says about the relationship, and what remains months later.
Originality 81
The opposite of the cliché expected for this recipient.
Novelty 72
Age of the product since it went on sale: top score for the first three months, then it declines over time.

Our verdict

83 / 100

The aluminum body feels more grown-up than plastic while keeping the comfortable safari grip, a good upgrade for someone who writes by hand every day.

Best forSomeone who already likes the safari shape and wants a sturdier metal version.
Best occasionBirthday, Christmas, graduation
Avoid ifIf they prefer a fine line: this version has a broad nib.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the body made of?

Lightweight aluminum.

What nib does it have?

A polished steel nib in size B (broad); nibs are interchangeable.

Is ink included?

Yes, a blue LAMY T10 cartridge.

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How we score

The CTG score out of 100 is the weighted average of five criteria rated for every product: proven reliability (36%), perceived value (18%), bond and memory (18%), originality (14%) and novelty (14%). Each criterion has its own published scale, identical for every product: it rates generously, because every product in our selection is already good. The score does not depend on the guide. 60 to 69: average gift. 70 to 77: good pick. 78 to 85: safe bet. 86 to 89: favorite. 90 and above: the perfect gift, a label reserved for excellent products that customers like, one winner per occasion. In a guide, the score for the recipient combines this score with the place in the ranking. The budget is an indicative range: the exact price is shown by the store at checkout. Read our full selection method →

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