RETTACY Lined Journal Notebook, 192 Numbered Pages, A5 Medium Size (5.7'' x 8.3''), for Men & Women, Journaling, Writing, Work & Office, Leather Hardcover, 100 GSM Thick Paper (Brown)

I bought this RETTACY notebook hoping it would help me start journaling, and it’s honestly been better than expected. The leather cover is pretty average—nothing overly fancy—but it feels durable and holds up well. Where this notebook really shines is the paper quality. The pages are thick, smooth, and a pleasure to write on. I’ve used gel pens and even markers with no bleeding or ghosting.I also appreciate the numbered pages and ribbon bookmark, which help keep things organized. The A5 size is perfect—compact enough to carry around, but with enough room for full thoughts and reflections.Best of all, this notebook is a great value for the quality you’re getting. It feels like a much more expensive journal once you start using it. Since getting it, I’ve actually been excited to write every day. If you’re looking for a solid journal to get into a regular writing habit, this one’s a smart pick.Gift value:Really nice for young adultsValue for money:The Best!

Beautiful journal and love that it is available in so many colors for such a competitive price. The paper inside is on the thinner size but should hold up well to a fountain pen ✒️ or some more intense journaling but definitely would not be good for alcohol markers or watercolor. The journal itself lays flat when opened so BIG plus for journaling fanatics and includes 2 book marking ribbons.

I bought this for $9.99 for my journaling.I've had it for a month and I'm happy with the quality of the notebook! Ink doesn't bleed through easily, but there is some ghosting which is my only issue with it. Writing is smooth, and I like how the notebook can be laid completely flat no matter what page you're on. It's pretty lightweight, and the cover quality is decent. It definitely could be scratched up, but so far I haven't had an issue with that. I'd say for the price its worth it. Its a nice notebook, and able to survive daily use and bending.

Wonderful journal! I love using gel pens and it doesn’t bleed to the other page, I also do decorations in my journal with colored pencils and it works great too! 100% recommended and 100% I will buy again after my journal runs out 😊I added a cute pencil pouch so I can take it in trips and be able to use it as well, and it comes with a back pocket where you can add pictures or notes (I’ll say nothing bulky because you won’t be able to close it or if you get to close it, the hard cover might bend or get damaged) and a couple of dividers as well, I think that could work great if you’re studying and need to separate the chapters of notes you might have 🙂I also love the texture because it’s super soft, it’s easy to use and the pages seemed super sturdy (I haven’t had any break and I’ve been in 3 different trips), I’ll be adding some stickers to the cover soon, but it’s already beautiful on its own 🥰

This journal is perfect if you’re looking for a cheaper option for a Leichtturm1917 journal. It has an index, numbered pages, back pocket, labels, and a pen holder. The pages are also very thick and work great for fountain and gel ink pens, no bleeding. The color variety is also nice as well.

This is the second time I have purchased one of these - because I was so happy with the first one and was ready for another! The colors shown are accurate- vibrant and soft. The cover is solid but the binding allows for a gentle opening- no needing to crack the binding just to get it to stay open! The pages are a good thickness - I use fineline markers on them and there is no bleed through. I like that there are 2 ribbons to act as built-in bookmarks, and the elastic to keep it closed is still perfectly tight on my first one even after months of use.

Super sleek design. Feel of the outter cover is so smooth. Great value for your money!

I use two of these journals at a time: one to plan my novel, and the other as a diary/braindump combo. I don't decorate the pages or do any impressive bujo designs, so I can't speak to how it would serve as a bullet journal. However, these babies see a lot of heavy writing use from me. I've purchased four of them so far and not a single one has disappointed.Page thickness is great. I accidentally spilled water on a couple pages and it didn't bleed through, which was shocking to me, given how affordable this journal is compared to most others listed. The pages are smooth and easy to write on, so be careful with any pens that might smudge or smear. The paper will certainly make it easier to pick up and spread wet ink on your hands. I'm a ballpoint user and I've noticed that finer tips work best, but even with the standard cheap-o pens, I just give them a minute or two to dry and then I'm highlighting all over them with no problem.It's solidly built. I've never had any issue with pages falling out, or the bookmark ribbons unfurling - and I'm writing in my journal at least 3 or 4 hours a day, constantly flipping back and forth through multiple brain dumps. (If you've got ADHD, you understand what I mean.) The color of the cover and ribbons are absolutely stunning, somehow prettier than the pictures show imo. I personalize the covers of my journals with stickers and writing, and whatever I put on has lasted.Overall, this journal has consistently impressed me by serving me well and I couldn't recommend a better one.