Removing a Lamy Safari clip primarily involves detaching the finial—the top piece of the pen's cap—which is typically secured by a Phillips head screw. This allows the clip to be carefully separated from the cap.
Step-by-Step Clip Removal
To safely remove the clip from your Lamy Safari pen, follow these detailed steps:
- Prepare the Cap: First, ensure the pen cap is completely detached from the pen body. This provides better access and stability for handling.
- Locate the Finial: Carefully examine the very top of the Lamy Safari cap. You will notice a small, circular piece that forms the cap's apex. This piece is known as the finial.
- Identify the Screw: In the center of this finial, there is a small screw head. This screw typically appears to be a Phillips head, which is essential for its removal.
- Unscrew the Finial: Using a small, appropriately sized Phillips head screwdriver, carefully insert it into the screw head. Turn the screwdriver counter-clockwise to loosen and unscrew the finial. Exercise gentleness to avoid stripping the screw or scratching the cap's surface.
- Remove the Finial Piece: Once the screw is sufficiently loosened, the finial piece should detach from the cap. Carefully lift it off and set it aside in a secure location to prevent loss.
- Detach the Clip: With the finial removed, the Lamy Safari clip, which is anchored by the finial and the cap's internal structure, can now be carefully slid off or gently pulled away from the cap. It should separate with minimal effort once its anchor point is free.
Reattaching the Clip
Should you wish to reattach the clip, simply reverse the process:
- Align the clip correctly onto the cap.
- Position the finial piece back into place on top of the clip and cap.
- Insert the Phillips head screw and turn it clockwise until it is snug. Avoid overtightening to prevent damage.
