DesignWorks Ink Standard Issue Notebook No. 80 (7.5" x 10.25"), Blue

I bought this to use for journaling. I've used several different fountain pens and inks with it, and so far, there is little if any sign of the ink on the back of the page, which was a pleasant surprise. (Retro 51 F, Hongdian F & EF, Lamy F & M fountain pens with Herdin, Noodler's, Pilot Iroshizuki, Faber-Castell inks). Your mileage may vary, of course. Love having two ribbon page markers, too. Pages are off-white with a dark grey ink. Sturdy cover. Really happy with this journal. Wished they'd showed pictures of the interior here, though--I went to their website to check it out.

This notebook (and some of the other DesignWorks accessories I purchased) really dress up my desk. They are beautiful and really well built. I chose the green, my husband the blue, both work well with a variety of pallets and decorating styles. Each time you crack open the cover you feel super productive. I just love taking notes, doodling on the edges, managing projects by using tab separators. Makes a great gift, but make sure you buy one for yourself or you'll have trouble letting it go.

The size is perfect for daily use and the paper quality is second to none.

This notebook cost nearly twice as much as the Standard Issue 80's usually do, but since they are hard to get anymore, I figured it was worth it. Until it showed up with a cover that was scuffed and worn and edges that were bent and torn up. I've been waiting for over a week already for a response from the manufacturer (left on their site) about where to get more of these notebooks, so I'm not holding out much hope for getting any response to this review either.

This is a beautiful hardcover notebook with stitched pages and paper that feels sublimely smooth. I found it at BN for about twenty, so not sure why so much here. Will update my review if the binding or cover doesn’t hold up.

I’ve boughten so much from this brand fro YEARS! I love them, it’s my go to journals. The price is good for the quality of paper and amount of pages. There are conversion measurements for standard and metric. These really are my favorite books!

Ordered this at a cost of 38.00. it arrived from Barnes and Noble, the price on the back of the journal 19.00. Sturdy, only if it isn't used. Bad purchase on my part. But it from a brick and mortar store...