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Spiral Bound, Fp Friendly, Compact Notebook - Suggestions?

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I'm looking for a new desk notebook - something small, about 3"x5".

 

It must be able to fold over on itself and have FP friendly paper. I'm using a Circa compact right now but not 100% thrilled with the paper.

 

I've been looking for months and haven't found the "one". Anyone have any suggestions? Thank you in advance!

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Spiral bound on the top or side? Clairefontaine makes a small spiral bound & their paper is luscious with FPs, but I think it's only available as a top-bound.

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They sell Black n' Red notebooks widely at Stapels and RiteAid here in the US.

The smaller spiral bound is slightly larger than what you're looking for.

It's 5 7/8" x 41/8" so a bit larger, but it's a good size to fit in a purse, maybe not in a pocket.

 

It comes with an elastic enclosure, and a double wire spiral bound, i.e., each ring has two wires. It can fold over on itself just fine.

 

Paper is quite nice for FP, I've never had any issues.

 

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Bigger than what you are looking for (5.8X8.3") but I have recently been using the Bloc Rhodia #16. This top bound spiral notebook in dot pad also features top perforation so if/when you remove pages they have a clean top edge. And of course it's Rhodia paper so very much FP friendly. I am liking this product much more than I expected.

 

Nearer to your size specification, I use Rhodia dotpad #12. A stapled top with perforated tear out 3.3X4.7".

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The 4"x4" Metaphys notebook: a very light dot grid and nice paper. Fits in any pocket. Not spiral-bound but if you're not a stickler it's a nice product.

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I'd prefer a side bound - not too fond of top bound notebooks for some reason. I know.........I'm picky. I shall investigate your suggestions - thank you!

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Can this fold back on itself?

 

The 4"x4" Metaphys notebook: a very light dot grid and nice paper. Fits in any pocket. Not spiral-bound but if you're not a stickler it's a nice product.

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Not all the way - it's clothbound. I imagine with some abuse it could fold back nicely.

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I love the smell of fountain pen ink in the morning.

 

 

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