Is the Kaweco Liliput Fountain Pen worth $42?

Yes. You'll use it more than any $200 pen because it actually fits in your pocket without looking absurd, and it writes better than ballpoints your coworker's expensive uncle bought them. That's $42 well spent.

What is the best fountain pen under $30?

The Pilot Metropolitan is competent but feels utilitarian. The Lamy Safari is plastic and overrated. The Kaweco Liliput sits just outside that range at $42 and is worth the extra spend—it's the pen you'll actually carry.

How does the Kaweco Liliput compare to the Lamy Safari?

The Safari looks more famous because Lamy spends money on design awards, but the Liliput is brass and feels substantial while the Safari feels like a toy. The Liliput's nib is more precise, and you won't feel like you're carrying a kindergarten art project.

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