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Filofax Refillable Notebook vs Leuchtturm1917 120gsm Notebook

Which is better for fountain pens? Only the published ratings, side by side.

Short answer

In the sourced ratings, Leuchtturm1917 120gsm Notebook came out ahead on 2 measures to 0.

  • Bleed-through: Leuchtturm1917 120gsm Notebook did better (Low vs Very Low).
  • Feathering: rated the same (Very Low).
  • Ghosting: Leuchtturm1917 120gsm Notebook did better (Medium vs Very Low).
  • Dry time: only one of them is rated.
  • Sheen: only one of them is rated.

These ratings come from different reviewers, so treat close calls with care.

Side by side

Filofax Refillable NotebookLeuchtturm1917 120gsm Notebook
Paper weight (gsm)100120
Bleed-throughLowVery Low
FeatheringVery LowVery Low
GhostingMediumVery Low
Dry time—Very High
Sheen—Medium

Where to buy

Filofax Refillable Notebook

Leuchtturm1917 120gsm Notebook

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