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Apica CD15 Notebook vs Kokuyo Campus Notebook

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

Short answer

In the sourced ratings, Apica CD15 Notebook came out ahead on 4 measures to 0.

  • Bleed-through: Apica CD15 Notebook did better (Medium vs High).
  • Feathering: Apica CD15 Notebook did better (Very low vs Low).
  • Ghosting: rated the same (Medium).
  • Dry time: Apica CD15 Notebook did better (Low vs Medium).
  • Sheen: Apica CD15 Notebook did better (Medium vs Low).

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

Side by side

Apica CD15 NotebookKokuyo Campus Notebook
Paper weight (gsm)81.470
Bleed-throughMediumHigh
FeatheringVery lowLow
GhostingMediumMedium
Dry timeLowMedium
SheenMediumLow

Where to buy

Apica CD15 Notebook

Not found at our US shops yet

Kokuyo Campus Notebook

Not found at our US shops yet

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