tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post4322051168615677560..comments2024-03-28T10:34:56.034-04:00Comments on Philofaxy: Free For All Friday No 230Lauriehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03550291806241735598noreply@blogger.comBlogger52125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-16564558267208903582013-10-18T04:26:07.400-04:002013-10-18T04:26:07.400-04:00The A5 size is 210 mm x 148 mm.The A5 size is 210 mm x 148 mm.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10541238627141626564noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-21179681187728569422013-04-15T03:24:02.788-04:002013-04-15T03:24:02.788-04:00I had to train my Metropol, but it wasn't too ...I had to train my Metropol, but it wasn't too bad. It only closed again the first day or so, but it was enough to put something on the "lighter" side. Soon it wasn't so stubborn any more. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15310770980836038807noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-9929050008592097612013-04-12T23:03:59.274-04:002013-04-12T23:03:59.274-04:00This comment has been removed by the author.Austin Lindenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17534516415411859375noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-85475809417433402772013-04-12T20:45:39.106-04:002013-04-12T20:45:39.106-04:00Hi!
Does anyone know the CORRECT size of A5 FF pag...Hi!<br />Does anyone know the CORRECT size of A5 FF pages in mm?MySummerTouchhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09031336474768325472noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-10526209250339905212013-04-12T18:09:56.186-04:002013-04-12T18:09:56.186-04:00I love my Lamy Safari! It always writes smoothly -...I love my Lamy Safari! It always writes smoothly - unlike other fountain pens costing far more. I just bought a calligraphy Safari, and I'm loving it!Claudia Volkmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12943823509989984433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-4549700872509223582013-04-12T17:52:11.892-04:002013-04-12T17:52:11.892-04:00I didnt know they had the smaller rings, thanks. I...I didnt know they had the smaller rings, thanks. I will have a look.Anthannonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12947652383302861908noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-38625575619519228292013-04-12T17:17:34.302-04:002013-04-12T17:17:34.302-04:00Although I like quality fountain pens, I've al...Although I like quality fountain pens, I've always been a great fan of the Lamy Safari, and it's sister the Lamy All Star. They do write very well and you can easily replace the nibs if you have a problem or want to change the type of nib. I love an OB nib (oblique broad) but have gravitated to a M or even a F for filofax writing. This is partly because it allows me to write smaller, Alison Reeveshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12387820977378688933noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-65790712776113579922013-04-12T15:53:34.560-04:002013-04-12T15:53:34.560-04:00My daughter-in-law got the Personal Finsbury and i...My daughter-in-law got the Personal Finsbury and it didn't lie flat at all. In fact, when she put it on the counter open, it closed itself. She's been working with it and it's laying much better but not flat yet. She's hoping it will eventually as she keeps trying.pattygardner.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08465166654988101342noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-28400755568404598722013-04-12T15:53:02.174-04:002013-04-12T15:53:02.174-04:00I have a personal Pimlico Filofax that was really ...I have a personal Pimlico Filofax that was really stiff when I bought it years ago. I opened the rings and had roughly the same amount of paper inserts on each side. I placed a paperback dictionary on one side and a paperback thesaurus on the other side. I left it like that for a few hours and the leather is not as stiff anymore. It does not lie completely flat but at least it stays open on a Behttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10482495677635690573noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-16750635805519006442013-04-12T15:34:56.791-04:002013-04-12T15:34:56.791-04:00To answer the original question - I have had a goo...To answer the original question - I have had a good experience with the following combination:<br /><br />Filofax #133047 ruled white paper<br />F or XF nib fountain pen<br />Pelikan fountain pen ink - drier than most<br /><br />This combination writes with very little ghosting on the opposite side, and no feathering to my writing (that is, I the holes in 'o' and 'e' remain open)<Johnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15807216064477049275noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-366198916582733382013-04-12T15:00:29.188-04:002013-04-12T15:00:29.188-04:00David, Next time Im back, you are welcome to my Fi...David, Next time Im back, you are welcome to my Filofax Messenger bag. Forget the details but Its black, masculine and businesslike. I will send you details. there are a couple of things I dont like about it, but none of them are a showstopper. Consider it another part payment for all the assistance and inserts :) Haven:t stopped travelling since London, but once things settle down, I:ll be Paul Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13834134905640040795noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-1566397692146774392013-04-12T14:50:35.760-04:002013-04-12T14:50:35.760-04:00Hi David
I use a Lowepro Messenger 150 as a 'm...Hi David<br />I use a Lowepro Messenger 150 as a 'man bag' the inserts in side the main compartment remove easily and it will hold an A5 easily, there is a slot for an iPad as well. <br /><br />The flap has velcro as well as buckles, so it's quick to get in to if you need to, you can also deactivate the velcro tabs if you want to use it in quiet mode! <br /><br />They also do a Steve Mortonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08062727836545335187noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-32904000224491376242013-04-12T14:44:07.475-04:002013-04-12T14:44:07.475-04:00Hi David, I don't know about man bags but I ha...Hi David, I don't know about man bags but I have a Troop London messenger bag which is fantastic, hard wearing and spacious. I recently bought a Franklin Covey Veronica binder which is rather bulky and it fits in my bag no bother, with plenty of room to spare. Hope this helps<br /><br />Margaret :) Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-16709320872563725382013-04-12T14:36:57.834-04:002013-04-12T14:36:57.834-04:00Here is a 20% discount code for filofax.co.uk : DI...Here is a 20% discount code for filofax.co.uk : DISCOUNT20 !<br /><br />I've just discovered it's valid even for items that are already on sale, therefore, I have been about to click the "confirm" button for an A5 Apex in Pink, or a yellow Apex Personal, which are already reduced at 50%.<br /><br />But no, I am being reasonable, I don't need them, but still, I'm tempted.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-47795219148941180762013-04-12T14:03:59.386-04:002013-04-12T14:03:59.386-04:00I'm getting dissatisfied with my John Rocha le...I'm getting dissatisfied with my John Rocha leather shoulder bag - t's beautiful but impractical - as in takes forever to get things out, out things in, because of the way the flap overlaps the top.<br /><br />Any Personal size UK Filofax and man-bag users have any suggestions as to a *reasonably-priced* bag? I've heard Troop London are very good.<br /><br />Seriously - I don't Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-40539663099687937792013-04-12T14:01:58.101-04:002013-04-12T14:01:58.101-04:00Thanks Steve - Quo Vadis inserts and a Lamy Safari...Thanks Steve - Quo Vadis inserts and a Lamy Safari pen, I might just have found the answers I've been seeking!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-8774208408924490692013-04-12T13:59:46.179-04:002013-04-12T13:59:46.179-04:00David they have been available in Europe and UK fo...David they have been available in Europe and UK for some time. Just never imported in to the US until they have started talking about doing this recently. <br /><br />Here's the European site: <br />http://quovadis.eu/site/page-collection/agendas/organiseurs/<br /><br />and the UK site, they are based in Northern Ireland and they order in from France :-)<br /><br />http://Steve Mortonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08062727836545335187noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-71260843790458151542013-04-12T13:57:58.662-04:002013-04-12T13:57:58.662-04:00I won't be changing size for the summer, winte...I won't be changing size for the summer, winter or anything else! My Personal is perfect for all needs, I always have everything to hand, and I've now learned to operate my system within the confines of that page size. I'm a happy camper, at least in respect of size!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-54138037129612092062013-04-12T13:56:34.188-04:002013-04-12T13:56:34.188-04:00I'm quite interested in the Lamy Safari. A sol...I'm quite interested in the Lamy Safari. A solicitor lent me one to sign some documents, and I was instantly convinced - great ink flow, and easy in the hand. If I didn't have four fountain pens already (none of any quality) I'd get oen straight away. I'm in London next week so temptation will be right there.......:)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-35728527733637649172013-04-12T13:54:14.306-04:002013-04-12T13:54:14.306-04:00If Quo Vadis bring out a Personal-compatible range...If Quo Vadis bring out a Personal-compatible range, I think I'll be a customer immediately......Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-18123444847550591102013-04-12T13:50:37.119-04:002013-04-12T13:50:37.119-04:00I prefer a fine or a medium nib. The broad nib is...I prefer a fine or a medium nib. The broad nib is just too much for FF writing. I love the Lamy Safari and the Al-star....but would recommend you check out the Pilot Metropolitan (Medium) or the Pilot Prera (medium). I highly recommend gouletpens.com for all your pen and ink needs.Joseph David Quintonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01805874968497108822noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-36337244444257684312013-04-12T13:17:56.854-04:002013-04-12T13:17:56.854-04:00Thanks im glad my review was useful to you!!Thanks im glad my review was useful to you!!Missus Aka (Christa)https://www.blogger.com/profile/10320573471862550622noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-80864203726492174102013-04-12T13:17:04.710-04:002013-04-12T13:17:04.710-04:00Have you looked at the adelphi or boston A5's ...Have you looked at the adelphi or boston A5's they both have 20mm rings, i have a new adelphi in red on adspot for £55 if you are interestedMissus Aka (Christa)https://www.blogger.com/profile/10320573471862550622noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-5713059074003998672013-04-12T12:56:32.042-04:002013-04-12T12:56:32.042-04:00Thanks for the info Tim! Great to know.
The A5 is...Thanks for the info Tim! Great to know.<br /><br />The A5 issue--I did a poll on my blog and lots of communication with customers. It turned out that more people wanted to keep the current 5 1/2 by 8 1/2 inch size instead of changing to a true A5. Of course it's more cost effective to keep the current size than to redesign the whole book for such a small change, and since the majority of Lauriehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03550291806241735598noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-30325384088962627372013-04-12T11:39:47.639-04:002013-04-12T11:39:47.639-04:00I don't so much want a smaller binder but smal...I don't so much want a smaller binder but smaller rings in my A5. When will there be a compact A5? I am currently using a compact personal but the page size is just too small but A5 rings are just too big!! What to do, what to do?Anthannonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12947652383302861908noreply@blogger.com