Moleskine Cahier w/ Pilot Precise V5 Retractable. The notebook strikes a balance of quality (but not heirloom quality so you don't want to touch it), cost, and

Moleskine Cahier w/ Pilot Precise V5 Retractable. The notebook strikes a balance of quality (but not heirloom quality so you don't want to touch it), cost, and portability. I discovered the original Pilot Precise pen in high school for writing left handed without smearing ink. It has been my go-to pen for years, and the retractable version is a welcome convenience.