Lamy
2000 Stainless Steel (Taxus or Stainless Steel Edition)
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Piston Filler
Condition
Excellent condition with minimal surface wear
Estimated Value
$250 - $350
Era
Modern Production
Pen Specifications
Pen Type
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Piston Filler
Body Material
Stainless Steel
Trim Material
Stainless Steel
Color / Pattern
Brushed Stainless Steel
Cap Type
Snap Cap
Clip Design
Spring-loaded metal clip
Barrel Shape
Cylindrical with brushed finish and grip section rings
Nib Details
Nib Material
14K Gold
Nib Size
Medium
Nib Type
Standard hooded
Nib Condition
Prine condition, smooth writer
Dimensions
Size / Dimensions
Capped: ~140mm, Uncapped: ~125mm, Diameter: ~13mm
Weight Estimate
Heavy (~150g due to solid stainless steel construction)
Heritage & Origin
Era / Period
Modern Production
Country of Origin
Germany
Rarity
Uncommon
Condition & Value
Overall Condition
Excellent condition with minimal surface wear
Filling System Condition
Fully functional piston mechanism
Estimated Value
$250 - $350
Special Features
Solid stainless steel Makrolon alternative version with spring-loaded clip and hooded nib
Ink Recommendations
Pelikan 4001 or Lamy standard inks
Care Recommendations
Flush periodically with clean water; avoid dropping due to heavy weight
Interesting Facts
The Lamy 2000 was designed by Gerd A. Müller in 1966 and remains a classic icon of Bauhaus design philosophy.
Overall Assessment
A masterpiece of industrial design, the stainless steel Lamy 2000 is significantly heavier than its standard Makrolon counterpart, offering a unique and substantial writing experience.