Clairefontaine - Ref 3087Z - Europa Notemaker Sidebound Notebook (120 Pages) - A5 Size, 90gsm Brushed Vellum Paper, Micro-Perforated Sheets, Lined Rulings - Pink

Good quality and good paper for writing

The bold colours make it easy to tell what subject is what, the paper is nice to write on and the notebook is sturdy. Everything a student needs

High quality papers and great colour assortment, however, the product photo is DECEIVING / CONFUSING and should be REPLACED showing the exact quantity and colours because different colours is a key criteria that many buyers require. Showing the correct photo to start would prevent time being wasted during the sourcing stage and afterwards having to return them due to 'Not as Described'.The title suggests Assorted A - Ref 4850, which is the manufacturer's code for this particular pack containing the bold colours, 2 of each in purple, red, orange, green and blue (first 5 from right) If you want the other colours, you will have to purchase Assorted C - Ref 3155Z, this pack contains pastel shades, 2 of each in light blue, pink, yellow, light green, purple ( last 5 from left)I have purchased my pack at a great reduction from the Warehouse Deal described as 'items have been repackaged'. Unfortunately, on inspection, there is not a single book in perfect condition: 8 have bent wires / spine, mostly quite severe; 4 covers are very stained with dirt and 2 have stuck-on brown specs so the paper no longer feels smooth; 3 have bent corners. I immediately reported the huge defects to Amazon and was offered more discount which I have accepted. I think I have managed to fix the bent wire issue, but if the papers fall out during use, I will no doubt be returning them because the product would be completely unfit for purpose.UPDATE Mar 13/19I can see that the photos have finally been amended showing only the colours for this set Ref 4850. As already mentioned above, you will receive 2 of each bold colours: red, green blue, purple, sunny yellow.

Looks like someone dropped it, and scrunched up the first 10 pages before it was sent out

Review is for the A4 10 pack.This 10 pack is not quite as smooth as the individual version I bought over a year ago, but that is probably down to batch variation because the other characteristics are the same.It's white wide lined paper without holes and has a useful ring binding, perforations, and separate card cover front and back. I like the rounded corners. There are no margins and you can potentially write to the edge of the page if you like.Quite smooth and doesn't show bleed through of inks easily, unlike the Pukka pad I tried which was a waste of money as I could only write on it one side.This paper doesn't show up sheening inks especially well. There is some sheen but it's not like Tomoe River paper.At current prices this value is probably too good to last. Eventually they'll figure out a way to spoil it by making it cheaper or pulling 15 sheets. Something silly like that. So you might as well buy in bulk now...

The paper in these pads is gorgeously smooth and it's a delight to write on. My hand and pen just glides across. The thickness of the pages is also impressive. The colour of each thick card cover is vibrant and I love the marbling effect. They are nicely wired and the pages tear out neatly. These are just incredibly great quality note books and they knock spots off my previous favourite Pukka pads.

I love these notebooks which I got for journaling. The paper is super smooth and thick so the fountain pen I use doesn’t bleed or show through. It’s a joy to write in these books.I love all the different colours and they’re really good value for money so I intend to buy more. In fact sometimes I get the urge to make up stuff to journal just cos it’s a pleasure to write.My only complaint is that the cardboard covers bend too easily. The older reviews said they’re thick enough to self support the book so you don’t need a table, but they’re now annoyingly bendy, so you have to lean against something. If the cardboard was a little thicker it would be perfect.I’m now a fan of clairefontaine and intend to start a collection of their paper and books.

The book has such a pretty cover and the pages inside are amazingly smooth to write on. I haven't had any troubles with any ink seeping through (although I write with gel pens, not fountain pens) however in certain lights you can tell there's writing on the other side, but not very well. The lines are a really pretty indigo colour. I really enjoy using this book and will definitely continue to use it in the future. I'd say this is a really good buy for anyone, especially students as you get soooo much quality for your money. The only thing I'd say is that the ink took a while to dry, I'm not sure if it's just because it's been a bit more humid lately or if it's because I'm using gel pens, but if you want to highlight your work, wait till the end for minimal smudging, but again that could just be the climate.