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🟢Mail time 67 - another great, but flawed, Filofax personal organiser.
Просмотров 856День назад
I call this a "Marmite" organiser. You either love it, or hate it. It has, like just about every other "Guilford", the problem of peeling "leather". But it was cheap and, once I've spent time removing all the peeling, I'll have a really useful organiser with, (and this is crucial for me when choosing a model from the Filofax brand) good flatability.
🟢"Fold-out" for a mini sized personal organiser.
Просмотров 63414 дней назад
I'm using an easy method to make a mini sized "fold-out", using an A4 printer.
🟢Will your pen ink survive immersion?
Просмотров 28921 день назад
An inadvertent incident made me consider the survivability of ink. If you’re enjoying these videos then consider becoming a channel member, for regular exclusive content, early video access, and (mostly) ad free viewing. 🟢 ruclips.net/user/flatabilityjoin I’m also an eBay seller: I may earn a commission if you make a purchase, so please use this affiliate link. 🟢 ebay.us/1ai601
🟢Filofax zip enclosure EDC hack
Просмотров 855Месяц назад
I cut down a pocket size zipped enclosure, to fit a mini sized binder, positioning the holes so that the awkward zip mechanism remained away from the binder when closed. Let me know what you think. Note that I'm in the process of moving house, so I'm only publishing a few videos over the next three weeks. If you’re enjoying these videos then consider becoming a channel member, for regular exclu...
🟢Flatability Podcast Episode 35 - news, updates, comments, opinions, philosophies
Просмотров 606Месяц назад
As always, a mixed bag of (hopefully) interesting content. Comments welcome. If you're in the UK, and you're looking for A4 Clairefontaine 50gsm paper that I mention in this video, here's my Amazon affiliate link. If you use it, I may earn a small commission. Thank you. amzn.to/3Zac4UM
🟢Why I use two Filofax personal organisers - long version (shorter version to follow)
Просмотров 1,2 тыс.Месяц назад
Further to my recent "members exclusive", where I explored this topic, here's a public video about my use of two binders, together with some advantages (at least for me) of using hand drawn inserts. This is potentially a tricky departure from the norm, and sellers of pre-printed inserts won't like this idea at all, but it is what it is. Note that this is the long version, and a shorter version ...
🟢Plotter Mini 5 - smoothing the sharp ends of the backplate
Просмотров 2,2 тыс.Месяц назад
I wasn't happy with the sharp ends of the backplate, so I filed them down. I could have done a better job perhaps, with a smaller file, but I'm happy with the result. If you’re enjoying these videos then consider becoming a channel member, for regular exclusive content, early video access, and (mostly) ad free viewing. 🟢 ruclips.net/user/flatabilityjoin I’m also an eBay seller: I may earn a com...
🟢Flatability Podcast Episode 34 - Filofax philosophies.
Просмотров 567Месяц назад
Mainly filofax related thoughts and opinions in this episode - store vs on-line, the increasing cost of returns, the perils of being banned, fake binders, poor quality control, the lure of the occasionally fabulous bargain, and the big question - should you buy a Filofax Norfolk, or a Van Der Spek? I hope you enjoy the podcast. If you’re enjoying these videos then consider becoming a channel me...
🟢Long review - Plotter Mini 5
Просмотров 1,5 тыс.Месяц назад
A long review of the Plotter Mini 5, for those who have the time to learn more about this amazing binder. I also have a much shorter review of the Plotter Mini 5, for those in a hurry. Become a channel member for early access to videos, members' only, ad-free, "coffee breaks" and members' only, ad-free, "behind the scenes videos". Subscription costs around £1 per month, or similar, and can be c...
🟢Short review - Plotter Mini 5
Просмотров 1,2 тыс.Месяц назад
A short review of the Plotter Mini 5, for those in a hurry. I also have a much longer review of the Plotter Mini 5, for those who have more time. If you’re enjoying these videos then consider becoming a channel member, for regular exclusive content, early video access, and (mostly) ad free viewing. 🟢 ruclips.net/user/flatabilityjoin I’m also an eBay seller: I may earn a commission if you make a...
🟢Need a minimalist diary? Try this 7 day system in your Filofax personal organiser.
Просмотров 2,6 тыс.2 месяца назад
Some social media discussion has prompted me to explain my 7 day diary system. If you’re enjoying these videos then consider becoming a channel member, for regular exclusive content, early video access, and (mostly) ad free viewing. 🟢 ruclips.net/user/flatabilityjoin I’m also an eBay seller: I may earn a commission if you make a purchase, so please use this affiliate link. 🟢 ebay.us/1ai601
🟢Plotter Mini 5 - Mail time 66
Просмотров 1,7 тыс.2 месяца назад
So, after thinking about this for over a year, I finally pulled the trigger on a Plotter binder. Full review soon. If you’re enjoying these videos then consider becoming a channel member, for regular exclusive content, early video access, and (mostly) ad free viewing. 🟢 ruclips.net/user/flatabilityjoin I’m also an eBay seller: I may earn a commission if you make a purchase, so please use this a...
🟢Filofax envelope hack.
Просмотров 1,6 тыс.2 месяца назад
Some experimentation here, which might substitute for dividers. A good hack, I think, and I may do more of these in the future. If you’re enjoying these videos then consider becoming a channel member, for regular exclusive content, early video access, and (mostly) ad free viewing. 🟢 ruclips.net/user/flatabilityjoin I’m also an eBay seller: I may earn a commission if you make a purchase, so plea...
🟢Should customers be allowed to handle filofaxes on display?
Просмотров 4072 месяца назад
There are pros and cons, but I explain why, in my opinion, this is a good retail display strategy. If you’re enjoying these videos then consider becoming a channel member, for regular exclusive content, early video access, and (mostly) ad free viewing. 🟢 ruclips.net/user/flatabilityjoin I’m also an eBay seller: I may earn a commission if you make a purchase, so please use this affiliate link. 🟢...
🟢Yet another vintage filofax.- mail time 65
Просмотров 5452 месяца назад
🟢Yet another vintage filofax.- mail time 65
🟢Mail time 64 - a very old Lefax
Просмотров 6802 месяца назад
🟢Mail time 64 - a very old Lefax
🟢Flatability Podcast Episode 33 - news, updates, comments, opinions, philosophies
Просмотров 3442 месяца назад
🟢Flatability Podcast Episode 33 - news, updates, comments, opinions, philosophies
🟢Do Filofax inserts tell a story?
Просмотров 6742 месяца назад
🟢Do Filofax inserts tell a story?
🟢Have Filofax inserts changed? What do you get today?
Просмотров 4432 месяца назад
🟢Have Filofax inserts changed? What do you get today?
🟢Mail time 63 - another fabulous filofax discovery.
Просмотров 6892 месяца назад
🟢Mail time 63 - another fabulous filofax discovery.
🟢Mail time 62 - vintage filofax.
Просмотров 7142 месяца назад
🟢Mail time 62 - vintage filofax.
🟢Van Der Spek review - long version.
Просмотров 1,1 тыс.2 месяца назад
🟢Van Der Spek review - long version.
🟢Van Der Spek review - short version for those in a hurry.
Просмотров 7242 месяца назад
🟢Van Der Spek review - short version for those in a hurry.
🟢Not enough space in your filofax? Try this.
Просмотров 3,2 тыс.3 месяца назад
🟢Not enough space in your filofax? Try this.
🟢Filofax hack - overcoming friction between two pages.
Просмотров 6293 месяца назад
🟢Filofax hack - overcoming friction between two pages.
🟢Why I'm carrying five filofaxes in my bag.
Просмотров 1,6 тыс.3 месяца назад
🟢Why I'm carrying five filofaxes in my bag.
🟢Filofax Hamilton review.
Просмотров 1 тыс.3 месяца назад
🟢Filofax Hamilton review.
🟢Mail time 61 - Filofax Mini Domino.
Просмотров 9793 месяца назад
🟢Mail time 61 - Filofax Mini Domino.
🟢 Stone paper printing ink issue.- ink & paper test
Просмотров 1203 месяца назад
🟢 Stone paper printing ink issue.- ink & paper test

Комментарии

  • @jimblue5008
    @jimblue5008 2 дня назад

    Please Filofax listen to this man. You are gonna lose A LOT of customers, myself included, if you don't listen to him. The latest next year, people will NOT order this QR-Code bullshit again, after experiencing it the first time. Nice idea, horribly made and not given the easy option to opt-out. Not this way, Filofax, not this way.

  • @gcvrsa
    @gcvrsa 2 дня назад

    The original Lefax size was 3.75" x 6.75". The modern Filfoax Personal is 95 mm (not 96 mm) x 171 mm.

  • @redasalman3050
    @redasalman3050 2 дня назад

    thankssssssssssss lot of

  • @timedwards7044
    @timedwards7044 2 дня назад

    Right from the start, the size of both Filofax and Lefax leaves was specified as 6 3/4” x 3 3/4”. 171mm x 96mm is the modern metric equivalent. You would find that a 100 year old leaf would be a slightly different size to a modern one!

    • @Flatability
      @Flatability 2 дня назад

      Thanks for your feedback. I always assumed that the metric dimensions were as close as possible to the original US (imperial) dimensions. I think I’ll do some measurements and see just how close it is. I might discuss your comment in a future podcast.

    • @timedwards7044
      @timedwards7044 2 дня назад

      It’s not vital but you were adamant that the standard Filofax leaf has been exactly the same size for more than one hundred years. That’s not quite right! At some stage, the original six and three quarters inches by three and three quarters inches (6.75 x 3.75) became a metric 171mm x 95mm which is 6.73228 inches by 3.74016 inches!

    • @Flatability
      @Flatability 2 дня назад

      This is such an interesting topic :-)

  • @fastandcurious
    @fastandcurious 3 дня назад

    I agree with consistency in ringbinders. Though one crucial size in my eyes is missing: A6. Fortunately my org-verlag Juniors are A6. Compact, flat and easy to produce refills. Yes A6 fits Personal siEd ringbinders, but it seems like a waste.

    • @Flatability
      @Flatability 2 дня назад

      I do agree with you. In fact, I have tried A6 and it works very well. I may discuss this in a future video. Thanks for your thoughts about this.

  • @karenrondot4831
    @karenrondot4831 5 дней назад

    Thanks for the excellent advice! As a 70 year old woman, I have victim written all over me. I love to go to thrift stores to find planning supplies. In addition to small wallets in my pockets with ID, medical and credit cards, I carry a "dummy" purse on my shoulder. In it, I carry $20 along with used Starbucks and other used gift cards. If I'm accosted, my plan is to throw the purse past the robber and run in the opposite direction. I hope this works!

    • @Flatability
      @Flatability 5 дней назад

      Thank you for sharing your advice.

  • @rolandstravels
    @rolandstravels 6 дней назад

    Many leather items don’t have a leather smell. It’s modern tanning methods, sadly.

  • @DK-tl9hi
    @DK-tl9hi 6 дней назад

    That looks like a fake Filofax not genuine

    • @Flatability
      @Flatability 6 дней назад

      Thank you for your feedback.

  • @loveandlife4222
    @loveandlife4222 9 дней назад

    I like to get deatramentis archival inks because they are waterproof. I like to sketch and watercolor so the deatramentis archival works for that. The Noodler’s Lexington gray and also Noodlers brown 41 are both waterproof also. They are the only two that I know of. I have been contemplating getting Tom’s pen for awhile now but I like using the fountain pen more than the fine liner. I know I can do that with Tom’s also, but I have some very nice fountain pens that I already have. Thank you for the review!

    • @Flatability
      @Flatability 9 дней назад

      Thanks for your feedback 👍

  • @kovenant7
    @kovenant7 10 дней назад

    You'd say this filofax is the only thing similar to the plotter? These days?

    • @Flatability
      @Flatability 10 дней назад

      It’s similar, but not the only one. The Filofax Mini Executive is very similar, but this model also suffers from the same “leather” issue.

  • @Doraiswriting
    @Doraiswriting 11 дней назад

    I've been interested in the Plotter for a long time, but the price has held me back. Later, I saw a comparison image on Reddit between the Plotter and another brand, Meeplus, and I'm considering whether to switch to the Meeplus notebook. Both brands have similar designs, leather materials, and Krause rings. However, this notebook resolves the sharp edge issue, and the leather's back and edges are treated, making it less prone to getting dirty. Even better, it's much cheaper! Could the blogger also review this notebook?

    • @Flatability
      @Flatability 11 дней назад

      Thanks for the feedback. I have not come across this brand before. It’s interesting that the brand makes a point of showing smoothed back plate ends.

  • @jcastano
    @jcastano 11 дней назад

    Note about prices: for us in the USA, the Malden is $154 on the FiloFax website, while the Van Der Spek is $144. The VDS doesn't come with inserts, so that's something to consider.

  • @wendyhopkins2902
    @wendyhopkins2902 12 дней назад

    That's outrageous 😳, to call that in good condition 😮 and to pay £20 is awful

    • @Flatability
      @Flatability 12 дней назад

      It’s more than I would have liked to have paid, but I’m familiar with this issue and it is easy to fix, leaving me with a superb binder once the work has been done. Thanks for your feedback.

  • @claudiameier666
    @claudiameier666 13 дней назад

    its the cheapes form of leather. go to a leatherworker snd pay to get a goodone made

    • @Flatability
      @Flatability 12 дней назад

      Yes, I will try that. Thank you

  • @SigogglinJack
    @SigogglinJack 13 дней назад

    Can’t wait to see what you do to rehab it.

    • @Flatability
      @Flatability 13 дней назад

      I will definitely make a video about it 👍

  • @MCA580
    @MCA580 13 дней назад

    Hi thanks for the video. I have Guildford with the cracking. The back pocket fell off completely. The inner layer as you say looks like a different material altogether. The outside leather does seem nice though. i agree, such a shame as its a nice stylish piece but not made well enough to last. Shame the plotter is so expensive to buy from UK.

    • @Flatability
      @Flatability 13 дней назад

      Thanks for your detailed feedback. I agree; the Plotter is soooo expensive. But I’m glad that I took the decision to have one shipped over from Japan.

  • @fastandcurious
    @fastandcurious 13 дней назад

    You should put "poor man's plotter" in the title. Sounds unforgettable. 😂🤣

  • @SuzWhat
    @SuzWhat 13 дней назад

    Flatability - perfect Rings - excellent Able to peel away the lining with ease - priceless. 😁 it seems to be a great find as you know it will work for you. Perhaps you could swap the rings if one of your Guilfords gives up the ghost? Thanks for sharing! Peace and love..Suz What ☮️💛

    • @Flatability
      @Flatability 13 дней назад

      That's great feedback :-) Thank you.

    • @ellenFarben-Griggs
      @ellenFarben-Griggs 7 дней назад

      Can’t wait to see a rehab. That looked painful.

    • @Flatability
      @Flatability 3 дня назад

      It's an awkward job, but well worth it. I really rate this binder (once the terrible lining has been removed of course).

  • @navarreau5
    @navarreau5 17 дней назад

    That just makes me sad when Filofax stamp that planner as Deluxe leather, and the quality is so bad 😢😢😢😢😢

  • @TwoMiceOnMyBookshelf
    @TwoMiceOnMyBookshelf 18 дней назад

    You heard of Plotter? I think you’ll like it. I wish I could walk into a brick and mortar shop for my fountain pens and others. But being where I am in NZ online shopping and importing is the only way. A bit sad really but the alternative is not to able to get them at all. I am just starting Plotter for next year and the reason for it is my good experience with Filofax by Braun Buffel back in the day. But that has become too bulky. I am currently on Hobinichi and have tried Travelers Notebook. Someone mentioned Filofax heritage as their main planner, as we were talking size choices and whether Filofax personal size is equivalent to Plotter Bible size. They are a good approximation. That conversation got me curious about what Filofax Heritage is like. I feel Filofax isn’t competitive with their designs. The materials aren’t good and the designs felt like they are on the back foot following other trends and not in a good way. I fear they won’t make it for much longer without a big change of direction Thank you so much for sharing this!

  • @Mikeunicohijovlog
    @Mikeunicohijovlog 19 дней назад

    Nice organizer my friend, thanks for sharing, I'm your new friend from Philippines full support

  • @VikeshKapoor
    @VikeshKapoor 19 дней назад

    Thanks. Will this work with Plotter M5, or would there need to be some adjusting, given Plotter isn’t quite the same dimensions as Filofax?

    • @Flatability
      @Flatability 19 дней назад

      Yes. Works fine in my Plotter Mini 5. I just select A5, then trim the fold-out with scissors.

  • @gcvrsa
    @gcvrsa 20 дней назад

    Today is September 14, 2024, and I am only finding out about these QR codes, just now. It does seem that Filofax UK has versions listed without QR codes.

  • @Oldnose63
    @Oldnose63 20 дней назад

    This is how I printed my project schedules in 52 weeks back in the nineties. Great to see you print your calendar this way.

  • @kovenant7
    @kovenant7 20 дней назад

    This is excellent! I wish there were taller mini. What is the next size up with filofax?

    • @Flatability
      @Flatability 20 дней назад

      Next size up is pocket size.

  • @tortagialla
    @tortagialla 20 дней назад

    I saw seaweed kisses video awhile back about how the vintage Filofaxes are so nice (generally) but now everything is “pop” - the colors and faux leather etc… I suppose they have changed their target market.

    • @Flatability
      @Flatability 20 дней назад

      I saw the same video. I thought it hit the nail on the head. The Filofax brand definitely seems to have experimented with its target market over the years. I do t think I fit into their target audience, but I’m pleased that they still offer many models in black, that might appeal to us guys. Having said that, I quite like my Heritage Compact (despite the problems with the rings).

    • @tortagialla
      @tortagialla 20 дней назад

      @@Flatability Yup, the lineup of models and colors have definitely shifted. I hope they keep doing the classics though!

    • @Flatability
      @Flatability 20 дней назад

      So do I. In fact, I really think there's a market for classic models.

    • @tortagialla
      @tortagialla 20 дней назад

      @@Flatability Agreed there is a market. I often check second hand sales and it seems people are fighting for the vintage binders!

    • @Flatability
      @Flatability 13 дней назад

      I agree that there is growing awareness of vintage binders. But I suspect that rising prices helps encourage more owners to list their old binders for sale.

  • @tortagialla
    @tortagialla 20 дней назад

    I would not say that is good condition because of the leather peeling 🤔 I actually have a guildford extra slim as well and there’s just a bit of cracking on the inside lower part where it hits the rings. I don’t want to peel off all the leather… I wonder if conditioning or something would stop the deterioration?

    • @Flatability
      @Flatability 20 дней назад

      My hunch is that peeling is inevitable, but conditioning might delay things a little. I have left the leather on my Mini Executive, to see what would happen, and what is happening is that the pages are covered in tiny specs of leather. Personally, I do love my Guildford personal, but it took some time to remove all the flaky bits of leather, and I appreciate that not everyone would want to do that.

    • @tortagialla
      @tortagialla 20 дней назад

      @@Flatability Thanks for your input. I hope it doesn’t flake into a million pieces because mine looks just like a big crack - maybe different weather affects it differently too!

    • @Flatability
      @Flatability 20 дней назад

      I think you're right. I have owned an A4 Lyndhurst, for instance, for 20 years, with no cracking. But I have seen others that have cracked. I'm guessing that it might be variations of usage and storage, so maybe some conditioning can reduce this cracking. Of course, the real problem is the layering of different materials that will have different coefficients of linear expansion. If Filofax just returned to making binders in full thickness leather (rather than bonding a very thin layer of "leather" onto a manmade substrate, the cracking problem would be eliminated.

  • @SuzWhat
    @SuzWhat 20 дней назад

    Great idea. Dare I say brilliant, in fact. Thanks for sharing! Peace and love..Suz What ☮️💛

    • @Flatability
      @Flatability 20 дней назад

      Thanks for your feedback 👍

  • @6IGNITION9
    @6IGNITION9 20 дней назад

    £50 in 1993 pounds was £87 when this video was released, and £104 in 2024.

  • @rubarbcrumble5359
    @rubarbcrumble5359 22 дня назад

    Hi, slightly off topic. Ive recently purchased a Filofax Mini Portobello but cant find the date it was produced. Ive searched the net etc but still nothing. I was wondering if you had any information on this model. Regards.

    • @Flatability
      @Flatability 21 день назад

      Great question! I believe this model was made between 2001 and 2002.

  • @navarreau5
    @navarreau5 23 дня назад

    Another fantastic hack! Thanks as always for sharing Neil ❤

  • @LewisLittle66
    @LewisLittle66 26 дней назад

    Best water-resistant fountain pen inks I've tried are Platinum Carbon Black, De Atramentis Document (multiple colours) and Diamine Registrar's (blue-black only). I always have at least some water-resistant inks because I like to draw with my fountain pens, and I sometimes use a watercolour wash over them.

    • @Flatability
      @Flatability 26 дней назад

      Thank you for your feedback.

  • @fossilimprint2954
    @fossilimprint2954 27 дней назад

    You make a good point. All the fancy shimmer, sheen, etc will not help if water just makes it all vanish. Now anything I care about is written with a water resistant ink.

  • @IvanRomero-ho8wv
    @IvanRomero-ho8wv 27 дней назад

    Thank you for another great video. Ive never thought to do these fold outs with my mini binder but I used to do them a lot with my Franklin Covey Classis size binder. A letter sized page folded in half works perfectly with that size.

  • @SuzWhat
    @SuzWhat 27 дней назад

    Well, that’s one scenario where your analog system beats your phone for sure. Let’s hope you don’t jump in the sea with that in your pocket. Thanks for sharing! Peace and love..Suz What ☮️💛

    • @Flatability
      @Flatability 26 дней назад

      I loved your comment :-)

  • @Sjk123001
    @Sjk123001 27 дней назад

    Found this in your “back catalogue” I like the ARC system because of its flexibility. I have them in A4, A5 & A6 sizes. I have now made one in A7 following your video. The smallest discs I have are 12mm, are there any smaller ones? How did the experiment go with your A7 trial?

    • @Flatability
      @Flatability 26 дней назад

      Glad you found my video useful. I feel, on reflection, that A7 is a little on the small side for discs, but ok for rings. But I will talk about this in a future podcast. Let me think about it for a while.

    • @Sjk123001
      @Sjk123001 26 дней назад

      @@Flatability My A7 rings is not a Filofax and has 6 rings so the dimensions are much larger than A7. So the A7 discs is proving perfect for use as a notebook and simple reminder pad. Flew out on holiday today and used it last night and this morning to list out to do’s for the day. Easy to keep in the pocket of shorts with a Zebra mechanical pencil from Amazon clipped in it.

    • @Sjk123001
      @Sjk123001 26 дней назад

      If I note something in my A7 discs I need to keep I can either re-write it in my A7 rings or A5 discs if it’s short, or punch holes in the paper on the other vertical side and move to the A7 rings or move it directly to the A5 discs as a fly sheet. The other advantage I can see is having standard repeating daily tasks, that I always forget, on a sheet that can be quickly and easily moved to the next day. I’m not using it as a diary.

  • @zoznammic
    @zoznammic 29 дней назад

    While the consistency in paper sizes is good, there are still times when I feel like screaming. I bought an A5 notepad (5 actually, because why not?) for work which is top-bound but also has 4 holes for the option to get individual sheets into the ring bound system. And of course when I checked with the A5 Filofax inserts I have recently acquired, it does not match at all. Uniformity in such mundane places would be greatly appreciated by many.