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Graphilo Notebook vs Tomoe River paper 52gsm (loose/notebooks)

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

Short answer

In the sourced ratings, Graphilo Notebook came out ahead on 2 measures to 0.

  • Bleed-through: Graphilo Notebook did better (Very Low vs Low).
  • Feathering: rated the same (Very Low).
  • Ghosting: Graphilo Notebook did better (Medium vs High).
  • Dry time: rated the same (Very High).
  • Sheen: rated the same (Very High).

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

Side by side

Graphilo NotebookTomoe River paper 52gsm (loose/notebooks)
Paper weight (gsm)~9052
Bleed-throughVery LowLow
FeatheringVery LowVery Low
GhostingMediumHigh
Dry timeVery HighVery High
SheenVery HighVery High

Where to buy

Graphilo Notebook

Not found at our US shops yet

Tomoe River paper 52gsm (loose/notebooks)

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