Pens With *al-Starish* Finish?

[inotrym]

Hey guys,

 

I find myself really liking German style and especially Lamy pens. Al-Star ruby, coffee, ocean, purple and graphite finishes are just wow!!!

 

BUT I have two major problems.

 

A ) I don't like Lamy nibs (I suppose this can be fixed by purchasing from a seller that provides nib tuning)

B ) The Al-Star body is thicker than the Safari and the pen looks a bit bulky next to my VIsta. This is a problem with no remedy.

 

So my question is: does anyone know of a pen with the same soft to the touch, matte aluminum funky/vibrant color finish as the Lamy Al-Star?

 

 

Thx in advance!

Edited February 2, 2014 by inotrym

[Kquill]

I believe that Kaweco Al-sports have almost the same finish as the Lamy, and it's slimmer and smaller if I remember correctly.

[The Blue Knight]

I believe that Kaweco Al-sports have almost the same finish as the Lamy, and it's slimmer and smaller if I remember correctly.

 

Just what I was about to say! The only other I can think of is the Worther compact pen (a pen I have been tempted by for a few years that I have never got around to buying).

 

[a.lachlan]

Definitely look into Kaweco, I just bought an Allrounder and it's finish is very similar to the Al-Star, perhaps not quite as smooth however

[inotrym]

Thanks guys.

 

I will look into Kaweco.

But it is my understanding that I don't really have a choice for a purple or a brown pen.

Lamy seems to have come up with something pretty unique there.

 

if someone thinks of another pen (no brand limitations) please let me know.

[Jackson]

Kaweco has a matte 'champagne' colored Carbon Al-Sport--very striking and attractive it is too...