Is the large Moleskine bigger than the pocket version?

Yes. The large is 5 x 8.25 inches, while the pocket Moleskine is about 3.5 x 5.5 inches. The large gives more writing space per page and still fits in a bag.

Does fountain pen ink bleed through the pages?

It depends on the ink and nib. Many owners report ghosting and some bleed-through with wet fountain pen inks, while ballpoint, gel, and pencil work cleanly.

How many pages does it have?

It has 240 ruled pages, plus the usual Moleskine front matter and a rear pocket. That is roughly several months of daily notes for most people.

What comes with the notebook?

You get the hardcover notebook with an elastic closure, a ribbon bookmark, and the expandable inner pocket in the back. A pen is not included.

Is the red cover the same as the black one?

Yes. The red version has the same size, paper, and features as the black Classic Notebook; only the cover color differs.

Moleskine notebooks are discounted most often during back-to-school season and holiday sales. Our price history shows whether the current price is above or below its recent range.

Moleskine Classic Notebook, Large, Ruled

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Our take on the Moleskine Classic Notebook, Large, Ruled

The Moleskine Classic Notebook in the large size is a 5 x 8.25 inch hardcover journal with 240 ruled pages, an elastic closure, a ribbon bookmark, and a red cover. It is the mid-size Moleskine, bigger than the pocket version and smaller than the XL, and it is built for everyday note-taking, journaling, and meeting notes. The ruled layout suits handwriting and lists rather than sketching or bullet grids.

Best forJournal keepers who write dailyStudents and meeting note-takersWriters who want a portable hardcover notebookGift buyers wanting a recognizable brand

Pros

Hard cover protects pages in a bag
Elastic closure keeps the notebook shut
Ribbon bookmark marks your place
240 ruled pages give months of use
Compact 5 x 8.25 inch size travels well

Cons

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Moleskine Classic Notebook, Large, Ruled price history

Lowest price we've seen: $17.15 on Oct 29. Tracked across 1 store since Oct 29.

What reviewers say

Owners of the large ruled Moleskine generally like the sturdy hardcover, the elastic band, and the ribbon marker, and treat it as a reliable daily notebook. The most common complaints are the price and paper that shows through with heavy or wet ink.

What people mention

Paper qualityMixedWriters say the paper handles ballpoint and pencil well but ghosts or bleeds with wet fountain pen ink.
BuildPraisedOwners report the hard cover, elastic closure, and binding hold up to daily carry.
PriceCriticisedMany buyers feel it costs more than similar hardcover notebooks.

Questions and answers

Is the large Moleskine bigger than the pocket version?: Yes. The large is 5 x 8.25 inches, while the pocket Moleskine is about 3.5 x 5.5 inches. The large gives more writing space per page and still fits in a bag.
Does fountain pen ink bleed through the pages?: It depends on the ink and nib. Many owners report ghosting and some bleed-through with wet fountain pen inks, while ballpoint, gel, and pencil work cleanly.
How many pages does it have?: It has 240 ruled pages, plus the usual Moleskine front matter and a rear pocket. That is roughly several months of daily notes for most people.
What comes with the notebook?: You get the hardcover notebook with an elastic closure, a ribbon bookmark, and the expandable inner pocket in the back. A pen is not included.
Is the red cover the same as the black one?: Yes. The red version has the same size, paper, and features as the black Classic Notebook; only the cover color differs.
When is it cheapest?: Moleskine notebooks are discounted most often during back-to-school season and holiday sales. Our price history shows whether the current price is above or below its recent range.