While offering lots of space for writing, the notebook does not mutate into a space hog. The quantity of 50 g/m² paper that fits in this book ensures that more than six m² are available – in notebook format; the small notebook (spine width 1.85 cm) actually goes in the inside jacket pocket, without protruding. Two ribbon markers (one in black and one in the colour of the edging) guarantee quick orientation. The cover is made of robust bonded leather embued in deep black which can be washed when necessary. Having said this, we recommend bearing in mind that India paper is not suited for fountain pens and fibre tip pens. We recommend lead pencils (see our choice of mechanical pencils) and fine-tipped ballpoint pens.

It is true bulk storage and thereby an analogue equivalent to hard disks and memory sticks: This Manufactum notebook offers almost 500 pages of India Paper for all your thoughts and plans. You may think of it as a kind of profane form of the church songbook. It features the lightweight India paper, plus, its manufacturing quality complies with bookbinder’s standards to withstand continual transport in handbags, backpacks, glove compartments, etc. and the subsequent permanent battering of the spine. The essence is: Our notebook will last for years just like a songbook – even under the most challenging conditions.