| Manufacturer | Moleskine |
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| Brand | Moleskine |
| Item Weight | 11.7 ounces |
| Product Dimensions | 8.27 x 5.12 x 1 inches |
| Item model number | 9788883701122 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Color | Black |
| Cover Material | Polypropylene(PP) |
| Material Type | Paper |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Size | Large |
| Ruling | Ruled |
| Sheet Size | A5 |
| Ink Color | Gray |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 9788883701122 |
Moleskine Classic Notebook, Large, Ruled, Black, Hard Cover (5 x 8.25)
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| Price | $16.81 | |
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| Total | $26.77 | |
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| Brand | Moleskine |
| Color | Black |
| Theme | City |
| Sheet Size | A5 |
| Pages | 240 |
| Cover Material | Polypropylene(PP) |
| Style | Ruled |
| Ruling Type | Ruled |
| Special Feature | bookmark, hard_cover |
| Product Dimensions | 8.27"L x 5.12"W x 1"Th |
About this item
- CLASSIC MOLESKINE NOTEBOOK: Moleskine classic notebooks are perfect notebooks for writing journals, a daily diary, or note taking in college classes or meetings. Moleskine notebooks are beloved by travelers & bullet journalists for their slim design.
- DURABLE COVER & ELASTIC CLOSURE: Hold writing projects & notes in your Moleskine notebook with an elastic closure band & inner storage folders. Leather-like classic Moleskine cover & thick, ivory paper pages are perfect for writing with fountain pens.
- GIFT QUALITY NOTEBOOKS: Moleskine planners, journals and notebooks come in hardcover or softcover and colors like black, red, blue, green and brown. The binding and cover have a durable finish, designed for daily journaling, writing and sketching.
- DELUXE QUALITY PAGES: Moleskine's thick, ivory paper pages in a hardcover Moleskine notebook, softcover Moleskine notebook, cahier or volant journal, or Moleskine planner are perfectly textured for writing with a ballpoint pen, fountain pen, or pencil.
- MOLESKINE QUALITY: We're dedicated to culture, travel, memory, imagination, & personal identity—both physical & digital. We bring this commitment to our notebooks, bags, apps & smart pens & notebooks.
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The Moleskine Classic notebooks have pages just waiting to be filled with your notes and ideas. Rounded corners, ivory-colored pages, elastic closure for privacy and a bookmark ribbon – so you never lose track of the direction your thoughts are taking.
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Take notes, write to-do lists and capture thoughts on ivory-colored pages inspired by the original legendary notebook. |
A legendary collection in a variety of colors and layouts. Choose from ruled, plain, dotted and squared notebooks to best suit your note-taking needs. |
Classic design features include an elastic closure for privacy and a ribbon bookmark so you never lose track of where you are. The expandable back pocket makes room for notes, cards and mementos gathered along the way. |
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| Price | — | — | $18.15$18.15 | $10.21$10.21 | — | — |
| Ideal For | Note-taking, journaling, daily diary | Increased productivity, Efficient note taking | Sketching, Watercolor painting, Storyboarding, Music composition | Note-taking, Journaling, A daily diary, Sold in packs of 3 or 4 | Note-taking, Journaling, A daily diary, Sold in packs of 2 | Daily planning, Weekly planning, Monthly planning |
| Layout | Ruled, plain, dotted or squared | Custom professional layout | Plain | Ruled, plain, dotted or squared | Ruled or plain | Daily planner, Weekly Planner, Monthly Planner |
| Size | Pocket: 3.5" x 5.5", Medium: 4.5" x 7", Large: 5" x 8.25", XL: 7.5" x 9.75" | Large: 5" x 8.25", XL: 7.5" x 9.75", XXL: 8.5" x 11" | Pocket: 3.5" x 5.5", Large: 5" x 8.25", A4: 8.25" x 11.75", A3: 11.75" x 16.5" | Pocket: 3.5" x 5.5", Large: 5" x 8.25", XL: 7.5" x 9.75" | XS: 2.5" x 4.25", Pocket: 3.5" x 5.5", Large: 5" x 8.25" | Pocket: 3.5" x 5.5", Large: 5" x 8.25", XL: 7.5" x 9.75" |
| Paper Grade | 70 G/M² | 100 G/M² | 120 G/M², 165 G/M², 200 G/M² | 70 G/M² | 70 G/M² | 70 G/M² |
| Cover Type | Hard cover or soft cover | Hard cover, Flexible cardboard cover | Hard cover, Flexible cardboard cover | Flexible cardboard cover | Soft cover | Hard cover or soft cover |
| Number of Pages | Pocket: 192 Pages, Large: 240 Pages, XL: 192 Pages, Reporter: 192 Pages, Expanded: 400 Pages | Large (Hard): 240 Pages, Large (Soft): 192 Pages, XL: 192 Pages, XXL: 192 Pages | Pocket: 80 Pages, Large: 104 Pages, A4: 96 Pages, A3: 96 Pages | Pocket: 64 Pages each, Large: 80 Pages each, XL: 120 Pages each, XXL: 120 Pages each | XS: 56 Pages each, Pocket: 80 Pages each, Large: 96 Pages each | 18 Month Weekly: 208 Pages, 18 Month Daily: 592 Pages, 12 Month Daily: 400 Pages, 12 Month Weekly: 144 Pages, 18/12 Month Monthly: 128 Pages, 12 Month Pro Weekly: 288 Pages, Daily Desk Calendar: 365 Pages |
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| paper size | A5 | 3.5 x 5.5 inches | 3.5-x-5.5-inch | 5 x 8.25 inches | 5-3/4 x 8-1/4 |
| unit count | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| style | Ruled | book | Plain | Soft Cover | Ruled |
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| ASIN | 8883701127 |
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| Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank | #182 in Office Products (See Top 100 in Office Products) #3 in Hardcover Executive Notebooks |
| Date First Available | September 29, 2005 |
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Product Description
This basic yet classic Large Ruled notebook is one of the best selling Moleskine notebooks. This reliable travel companion perfect for writings thoughts and passing notes has a cardboard bound cover with rounded corners acid free paper a bookmark an elastic closure and an expandable inner pocket that contains the Moleskine history.
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The Classic Collection featuring bold new colors and a variety of page layouts just waiting to be filled with your ideas. Including all the characteristic elements of the legendary notebook: rounded corners, ivory pages, elastic closure, bookmark ribbon and expandable back pocket - enclosed within a colorful hard cover. - Colored Hard Cover Classic Notebook
- Rounded corners
- Elastic closure
- Moleskine ivory paper
- Matching ribbon bookmark
- Paper: 70 gsm, acid-free, ivory, lined
- “Incase of Loss” printed on the flyleaf
- Expandable inner pocket in the back
- Reusable paperband B-SIDE featuring additional printed tools
- Lies flat, opens at 180°
- The history of Moleskine is inside
- Moleskine Srl creates and sells FSC-certified products
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Made with materials from well-managed forests, recycled materials, and/or other controlled wood sources.
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Customers like the color, functionality, and pocket size of the blank book. They mention it's pretty to use and the bold ink colors lend a great aesthetic. Some appreciate the functionality, pocket size, and writing comfort. However, some customers have mixed opinions on the paper thickness, value for money, and bleed-through.
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Customers find the color of the product pretty. They mention the timeless design and bold ink colors lend to a great aesthetic. Readers also say it's suitable for crude doodles.
"...The classic design is both stylish and functional, making it perfect for jotting down ideas, sketches, or daily journaling." Read more
"...I use it for taking quick notes and enjoy having the ruled pages for this purpose. It's a great, high quality product overall!" Read more
"...then I highly recommend this notebook, it feels and looks nice and elegant yet it is very simple...." Read more
"...I use them for my daily journaling, and they look so beautiful displayed together on my bookshelf" Read more
Customers find the notebook great for notes, sketching, and brainstorming. They say the woven pages make it a perfect choice for avid journalers. Readers also mention it's excellent for traveling, work notes, and recipes.
"...classic design is both stylish and functional, making it perfect for jotting down ideas, sketches, or daily journaling." Read more
"...on the pages and strong woven pages make this a perfect choice for avid journalers, especially if you prefer to use an ink gel pen...." Read more
"...The notebook also includes a bookmark ribbon, which is incredibly handy for keeping your place without having to dog-ear pages...." Read more
"...The ruled pages are a dream to write on...." Read more
Customers like the functionality of the blank book. They mention it works great for their needs, is durable, and the pages are of great quality. They say it's great for work, works well for business cards, receipts, and all those other small pieces of paper. Customers also mention it's luxurious and practical, with a pocket in the back.
"...The classic design is both stylish and functional, making it perfect for jotting down ideas, sketches, or daily journaling." Read more
"...choice for anyone looking for a reliable, stylish, and functional notebook...." Read more
"...Its timeless design and practicality make it a must-have for anyone who appreciates quality stationery." Read more
"The Moleskine Classic Notebook provides an authentic experience perfect for those who prefer an analog note-taking format...." Read more
Customers like the pocket size of the blank book. They mention the little pocket is perfect for a handful of business cards, the expandable pocket in the back, and the back pouch. They also say it's practical to store and carry the secured diary in a secure diary case.
"...It's perfect for storing loose notes, business cards, or receipts, adding an extra layer of functionality...." Read more
"...-Good quality elastic band to keep it closed.-Little folder pocket in the back, why? Who knows. But you can put stuff in there...." Read more
"...of pages, sleek and resistant cover, good quality paper, useful internal pouch.Very detailed one:..." Read more
"...band that firmly holds the notebook shut; an internal accordion pocket for additional storage; and a braided, satin bookmark to keep track of your..." Read more
Customers like the writing comfort of the book. They mention it has a lovely texture, is smooth for a great writing experience, and is durable.
"...outstanding—thick enough to prevent bleed-through, yet smooth for a great writing experience...." Read more
"...The paper is smoother than the plain version (those seem to have changed the paper, and i'm not a big fan, or maybe it was just a bad batch?)...." Read more
"...opens flat without needing to hold down the pages, making writing more comfortable and enjoyable.Overall Experience:..." Read more
"...-Braided "book mark" ribbon. Soft and doesn't fray. If it does, you can re-burn the edge and you're back in business...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the thickness of the paper in the blank book. Some mention it's good, thick enough to prevent bleed-through, yet smooth for a great writing experience. Others say the pages are thin and they don't see it lasting.
"...you can see some of your writing on the next page due to the sheets being thin, but I got used to it already...." Read more
"The quality of the paper is outstanding—thick enough to prevent bleed-through, yet smooth for a great writing experience...." Read more
"...This one has paper that is much thinner and you can see the writing through the pages...." Read more
"...perfect, it does have one quality that many consider a flaw: the paper is thinner than all of its competitors' notebooks...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the value for money of the blank book. Some mention it's excellent quality and includes more value-added aspects, while others say it seems a bit overpriced for such a small book.
"...I discovered it's a very high quality tool that's worth paying a premium for and wished I'd had these a long time ago...." Read more
"...The only downside is that it is on the pricier side compared to other notebooks. However, the quality and design justify the cost for me." Read more
"...The notebook includes more value-added aspects such as an elastic band that firmly holds the notebook shut; an internal accordion pocket for..." Read more
"...Lost a star because it’s a bit pricey." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the bleed through in the blank book. Some mention it rarely bleeds through the page, while others say usual Sharpie felt-tip pens bleed right through the paper, making it terrible to write on.
"...There was even some bleeding on that...." Read more
"...Minimal bleedthrough on the pages and strong woven pages make this a perfect choice for avid journalers, especially if you prefer to use an ink gel..." Read more
"...however and with the most recent notebook, there is significant bleed through with the same pens. I hope this is just a one off...." Read more
"...In the new notebooks, the bleed-through is so bad you can read what is written on the other side, so you are writing, not on a blank sheet, but on a..." Read more
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The paper is smoother than the plain version (those seem to have changed the paper, and i'm not a big fan, or maybe it was just a bad batch?). I have always used a combination of bullet points, arrows, mental maps, etc for my notes but now I write in a more organized and compact way, thus wasting less space on the page.
The dots are visible enough to guide my writing straight, yet not strong enough to make me feel constrained by the grid. I can still comfortably draw freely on it.
I have also tried the dotted -Field Notes- which I liked for their light weight BUT prefer the hard cover of MS as it provides a firm support for writing on uneven surfaces like my lap or holding it in my hand. I also like this paper better than FN as it gets my hand less tired. Its slight yellow tone makes the dots contrast less, compared to a white sheet (as in the FN). I consider this a good thing.
The cover is very durable. Although my notebooks are very important for me and use them on a daily basis, I don't treat them carefully. So if you're like me and throw yours around or inside a messy bag while in a hurry, a hard cover is a must.
There's a little pocket in the back but I don't use it much. And most brands of this kind are doing the same now, so it's not a factor for me when choosing a notebook.
I use pens -Pilot Gtec- or -Pilot V5- mainly, but have also tried -Lamy- fountain pens and they all have worked fine, without much bleeding or spreading of the ink. Pencil won't work very well, there's not enough tooth for a good mark without pressing hard or having to sharpen every 10 seconds, BUT mechanical pencils (0.5mm or thinner) work fine. When using ink, you can see some of your writing on the next page due to the sheets being thin, but I got used to it already. Many people have complained about this fact, but if you want a paper that doesn't compromise on texture or thickness you'll likely have to pay more for a japanese or european-made notebook that could also be harder to buy or order more in the future.
If you don't mind the price then I highly recommend this notebook, it feels and looks nice and elegant yet it is very simple. Plus there is a kind of satisfaction I get when I see mine filled-up and stacked. Maybe there are other cheaper options that work for your needs, but this is what's worked for me so far, so I will keep buying more in the future.
I don't use Moleskine just for the brand; I'm not blindly following it without considering other options (for example, I prefer -Cottonwood Arts- for my sketchbook over MS) and I just hope my review helps you make a better decision on your purchase. Thanks
For those of you who know pens: The numbers and days of the week were done with Energel pens. Memorial Day was written with a Flair. The month was done with a Fudenosuke color pen. Focus and Wins were written with Zebra Mildliners.
Not pictured: The ghosting was even worse with my Fountain pen. There was even some bleeding on that. In the past, I have been able to use a fine tip fountain pen in a Moleskine but I don't think I'm going to attempt it this year. =(
I will try to update a little later in the school year with more pictures.
Reviewed in the United States on July 25, 2024
For those of you who know pens: The numbers and days of the week were done with Energel pens. Memorial Day was written with a Flair. The month was done with a Fudenosuke color pen. Focus and Wins were written with Zebra Mildliners.
Not pictured: The ghosting was even worse with my Fountain pen. There was even some bleeding on that. In the past, I have been able to use a fine tip fountain pen in a Moleskine but I don't think I'm going to attempt it this year. =(
I will try to update a little later in the school year with more pictures.
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The squared pages are fantastic for both journaling and organizing my thoughts. The soft texture of the pages makes writing a delight, and I love how the squares help me align my ideas neatly. It feels like I’m holding my perfect dream book once again! This notebook has been a great companion for my creative process, and I love how versatile it is. Whether I'm jotting down ideas or sketching, it’s truly a joy to use. If you’re considering a Moleskine, definitely give the squared version a try—you won’t be disappointed!










































































