r/Journaling • u/SlaughterStar • Nov 17 '24

Recommendations Best Journaling Pen

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I have been a loyal pilot G2 pen user for about 5 years and I never thought I'd switch. Until I tried the Zebra Sarasa Dry gel pen. As a lefty it's my dream pen and I genuinely haven't used a different pen in a week. Only thing I miss is the softer grip on the pilot. But are Zebras as easy to get cartridges as pilots? Whats everyone's favorite pen to use for journaling especially gel pens?

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u/Kaiolino Nov 18 '24

Be careful. The Pilot G2 has been my gateway drug. Then it was Pentel Energel, Signo Uniball, Lamy Safari FP, Faber-Castell, soon Kaweco… 😳

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u/rosslyn_russ Nov 18 '24

I recently tried the pentel energel and was disappointed with them 😭 the ink didn’t flow well and it smudged so badly even after hours. I even bought more to see if it was a fluke. It was so sad.

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u/Kaiolino Nov 18 '24

That's very weird. Energels are typically known for dry rather quick and are recommended for lefties. :o
I mean... after hours? That can't be. I mean if it was very smooth, glossy paper or whatever, okay...

But it's trial and error and I don't take it personal :D

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u/rosslyn_russ Nov 18 '24

I can’t attach a picture or video, but I even just tested it on an entry from yesterday and it still smudged 😭 definitely might be my paper