Bic Cristal - The first non-hybrid ballpoint ink on the list, and the only one you should seriously consider. Ok, that’s admittedly hyperbolic, but I love it that much. ( Buy) Aesthetics is the primary reason why the Hex-o-matic is on this list, the amazing build quality comes second.

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From basic math to calculus, convert your handwritten equations to text you can edit. Then get step-by-step instructions to help you find the solution. It's everything you wished a calculator could do. This pen is dedicated to all those who have broken their pen fidgeting throughout the day. The Think Ink Pen made by TimeFlyz Reminders house not one, but endless mechanisms that will help with your undeniable urge to fidget. Paper Mate InkJoy - Surprise! But only if you haven’t used one before. If you have, then you might argue for it higher up the list. For colorful gel ink, it ranks only behind the EnerGel. ( Buy) Annotate, highlight, and emphasize what matters for shared PDFs and Office documents in OneNote. Make your meaning clear with the self-expression of Ink. Pilot Juice Up 0.4 mm - It’s the first needle tip on the list, and both the 0.3 mm and 0.4 mm write wonderfully. Tons of colors options, too. ( Buy)The world we live in can turn against us at times that we least expect. The Tactical Pen by 1TAC gives you a fighting chance against odds that rivals your survival. The Mark One can be defined as the most minimalistic pen that is a treat to the eyes tired from the monotonous world of retractable pens. The Mark One isn’t your ordinary retractable pen, but it is not outrageous either. Sunderland mk1 - I really love this pen, especially as one of the few machined pens designed to post properly. ( Buy) Pilot Juice Up 3 Gel - Pilot is on to something with this barrel design, and 0.4 mm Juice gel ink option. It doesn’t have the color variety of the Coleto, but the quality is as good as any. ( Buy) The balance that the Ti2 have as a result of the material and symmetrical choice can be summed up as one of the best in the industry.

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Akkerman #16 Oranje Boven - My idea of a pure orange. Few, if any, undertones of yellow, red, or brown, which are common. Not here. It’s just orange. ( Buy) The body of the pen is made from high-quality stainless steel and the PHX pen uses Pilot Hi-Tec-C for ink (also compatible with Uni-Ball Signo DX). The designers gave the pen a simplistic look as it does not contain any insignia or branding. When you first see The Pen, you won’t be able to ignore the cold aluminum stance that it carries. The body of The Pen is machined from aluminum and the designers haven’t done anything outrageous with its design. Pilot Custom 74 - From unlisted, to the top recommendation-for a pen over a decade old? How did you overlook that, Brad? I goofed, but I’m correcting it now. The Custom 74 is number one in this list, with a bullet. ( Buy)Notes: Wither Rhodia? No, but given the extra-coated paper, it’s not as widely useable as the brands list above. I’d even rank its stablemate Clairefontaine ahead of it. It’s not bad by any stretch, it’s just specific. (Updated 1/12/2023.)) Top 5 Multi Pens Leuchtturm1917 - Far and away the best Moleskine replacement candidate, with premium options that leave the famed Italian brand in the dust. Hardbound, softbound, journal, planner, sketch - any type or format you want is available. Slightly less fountain pen friendly than other options, but it handles most. ( Buy) Uni-ball Jetstream - To be the best, you have to beat the best. Any size, shape, or design, this is the best ballpoint pen on the market. Wooooo!!! ( Buy) Sketch your ideas as fast and naturally as putting pencil to paper. If you can imagine it, you can draw it. That said, just because I recommend a product doesn’t mean it is perfect for your needs. As I said previously: Use these lists as guidelines. Do your research. Ask questions. Test them out if at all possible. Only then will you find the pen that is the perfect match for you.

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This pen is a reinvention of the ballpoint pen courtesy of Dyson, the world famous vacuum company. When they had the idea of making a new pen, they couldn’t just go with the ordinary, because that is not how Dyson works! Tombow Mono Graph Shaker - This one caught me by surprise several years ago, and it has continued to impress since. It’s built like a workhorse, and has added features like a shaker lead-advance mechanism, and an oversized eraser. A flat-out steal at its price. ( Buy) Ever thought that the world of pens was this diverse? It’s surprising to see how an everyday instrument can be reimagined to a variety of configurations. Fisher Space Pen - This is more about the pressurized refill that the pen barrel, although the standard barrel is perfect for how this pen needs to be used. I use the refill in my Schon DSGN pen, which is the pen I carry the most on a daily basis. ( Buy) Sharpie Permanent Marker - This pen doesn’t fit on any of the other lists, but it belongs in the conversation. When you need it, it is because it’s the only pen that can do the job. ( Buy)

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Ajoto The Pen - This is such a well-made product it delights every time I use it. Only downside is the price. ( Buy) Sakura Pigma Micron - This list is one of the few where you could take all five entries, shake them up, sort them blindly, and still have a solid ranking. The Micron gets the top spot because it has the most options for tip size and color, and is the most widely available. Oh, and it is really freaking good, too. ( Buy)