RHODIA Premium R No. 16 Top-Stapled Pad - Black - A5 - Ruled

The feel is surprisingly premium

The Rhodia No.18 R Pad takes the popular Rhodia pad to the next level with even better paper. Featuring smooth ivory 90gsm paper and microperforated sheets, it's designed for people who write a lot and appreciate good paper. Whether you're planning projects, taking meeting notes or drafting your next idea, this pad brings a little more pleasure to every page. 

What sets it apart

• Premium ivory 90gsm Clairefontaine paper
• Exceptionally smooth writing surface
• Fountain pen friendly with excellent ink presentation
  
• Clean tearing microperforated sheets
  
• Top-stapled format keeps pages secure and flat
  

Feel in the hand

A good notebook disappears while you're using it. The Rhodia No.18 does exactly that. Your pen glides smoothly across the page, ideas flow without interruption, and your notes look cleaner.

Who it's for

• Fountain pen enthusiasts
• Professionals who take regular notes
• Writers and journal keepers
• Students who appreciate premium stationery
• Anyone who spends significant time writing by hand

Who it's not for

• People looking for a pocket notebook
• Those who prefer bright white paper
• Users wanting a permanently bound notebook

Practical tips

• Some users like to leave a margin on the left side to create a project notebook system, adding margin notes that serve as titles and references for later use

FAQs

Is the paper fountain pen friendly?
Yes. The No.18 uses Rhodia's premium paper that is well regarded by experienced fountain pen users for handling ink well with minimal feathering and bleed-through. 

What size is the perforated sheet?
The pad is A4 size, measuring 210 × 297mm, so the perforated sheet is slightly shorter at 280mm.

What colour is the paper?
The No.18 R Pad uses ivory paper rather than bright white, creating a softer and less fatiguing writing experience.

What size is the spacing between lines?
Line spacing is 8mm, which is a good mid size for comfortable writing.

What's included

• 1 × Rhodia No.16 R Pad
• 70 ruled A5 sheets
• Soft-touch black cover
  

Build your practice

• Works well with dye-heavy inks including Pilot Iroshizuku, Sailor and Pilot Blue-Black
• Match with Herbin inks, also from Clairefontaine
• Pair with a fountain pen and pencil case to create a desk setup you'll look forward to using. 

Specifications

• Brand: Rhodia
• Product Code: 162012C
• Barcode: 3037921620120
• Format: A5
• Dimensions: 148 × 210mm
• Paper Weight: 90gsm
• Paper Colour: Ivory
• Paper Type: Premium "R" Clairefontaine paper
• Ruling: Lined (8mm spacing)
• Sheets: 70
• Binding: Top stapled
• Features: Microperforated sheets
• Backing: Stiff cardboard backing
• Cover: Soft-touch black cover
• Country of Manufacture: France

For anyone who enjoys writing by hand, the Rhodia Premium "R" No.16 is a simple reminder that paper matters.