Awesome Pens

The latest pen from Big Idea Design features a bolt-action mechanism packed into a super-slim profile. It has an easily adjustable internal mechanism that can hold more than 125 different refills without modification. It’s available in titanium, brass, copper, or zirconium with an optional titanium Damascus pocket clip.

Zebra’s bullet-tipped permanent markers are a great alternative to Sharpies. Each PM-701 marker has a sleek stainless steel barrel. Its refillable ink cartridges resist drying out and can write after leaving the cap off for up to five days. Available in black, blue, red, and green inks. The black version comes in a 12-pack as well.

This enhanced version of ATECH’s multi pen has nine functions instead of seven. In addition to a ballpoint pen and stylus, it has flathead and Phillips screwdrivers, a nail file, a metric/imperial ruler, a bubble level, a bottle opener, and a box cutter. It’s made from a durable mix of metals and is TSA-compliant.

Building on his own his series of dented can sculptures, artist Noah Deledda applied the idea to something you can enjoy every day. The Crushmetric pen changes from a smooth form, to a deeply-faceted pattern with the push of a button. It’s available in a silver or holographic finish. The Action Lab explains how it works.

These unique dual-tip pens from Aechy have a patterned roller at the back that can lay down a uniform border. The pack comes with eight colors and five different line styles, including dash, dash-dot, squiggle, hearts, and flowers. The other end has a conventional 0.4 writing tip. If you only need squiggles, check out this 12-color set.

This lightweight metal pen is made from lightweight titanium and has a hexagonal body that won’t roll off your desktop. A bolt-action mechanism provides a satisfying click and it looks great in either stonewashed grey or an abstract flame pattern.

We had no idea that Sharpie permanent markers came in so many colors. This Ultimate Collection comes with a whopping 115 markers, including a mix of fine, ultra-fine, neo, metallic, twin tip, and chisel tip markers. It’s also available in a 72-pen set.

Karas Pen Co.’s machined metal pen features a pushbutton bolt-action mechanism, fine-tuned for smooth operation. It comes in a number of colorful anodized aluminum finishes, along with brass, bronze, and copper options. Pilot G2 and Schmidt Easyflow 9000 refill compatibility provide versatility.

The best tactical pens are built for durability, easy maintenance, and rugged looks. Some of them offer glass breakers, self-defense tips, and bolt-action mechanisms. Everyday Carry researched the best of the bunch for 2022, and came up with 22 exceptional pens, including one of our faves: the Boker Plus Rocket.

The latest revision of YSMART’s TIPEN mini pen has more intricate laser-engraved patterns and now comes in brass as well as the original titanium. Its cartridge has a silicon carbide rollerball tip for smooth and consistent ink flow. Measuring just 6cm (~2.36″) long, it’s the perfect addition to your keychain or zipper pull.

This elegant modern writing instrument from Namisu has a body machined from aluminum or titanium, and a cap that snaps reassuringly in place with magnets. It writes smooth lines using premium German nibs and works with either cartridges or an ink bottle. A custom-made leather sleeve is available as an option.

This machined metal pen from Big Idea Designs features a telescoping case design that allows it to accommodate more than 80 types of refills without modifications. It features a modern and minimal design and comes in brass, copper, or titanium, each with a titanium pocket clip.

Random Hands dug into their toolbox in search of the right screwdriver – not for loosening screws, but for remaking into a flashy gold-plated bolt-action pen. Rather than melting down the driver’s shaft, they drilled out its solid center, making way for the pen’s refill and mechanism, then followed that with texturing and plating.

This thick metal pen from Vital Carry has a flat-milled edge on its cylindrical body to keep it from rolling off of your desktop. Each is machined from a solid bar of aluminum with a 0.62″ diameter. Includes a replaceable Schmidt 9000 M refill.

New England-based Machine Era makes this modern pen from stainless steel, with an anodized aluminum twist button that deploys and retracts its 0.7mm Parker Itoya Aquaroller cartridge. Its body has textured indentations for a firm grip and is designed for balance. It’s available in black DLC-coated or natural stainless finishes.

This substantial handmade pen comes from Belgorod, Russia’s WarmKnives. It’s been machined entirely from titanium and has a bold, linear texture along its entire length providing grip and style. It takes a Parker refill and its threaded cap can be stored on its rear for safekeeping. Find more unique pens in their Etsy shop.

One of the downsides to drawing with a pencil is that you frequently need to sharpen it. But if you keep a pencil sharp, how long of a line could you draw with it? YouTuber President Chay thought it was time to find out, so he covered his treadmill with paper and got to testing with different kinds of pencils and a pen.

From TA+d’s limited-edition Artist Collection comes a genuinely unique and elegant writing instrument. Its aluminum body is wrapped in handwoven strands of bamboo for a distinctive, patterned look. It comes in brown, green, or black finishes with either a fountain pen or rollerball cartridge.

StatGear’s SKRAWL pen features a lightweight aluminum case with a tapered, ergonomic design. It has a bolt-action mechanism and a carbide-tip window breaker tool on its tail end. It comes with a Schmidt 4889 pressurized cartridge that can even be used to write while inverted.

This might look like a pen, but it doesn’t just write. The iSpyPen PRO has a full HD 1080p camera and an audio recorder built-in. It has 128GB of onboard storage and runs for up to 75 minutes per charge. Save an additional 20% on this 2-pack with code CYBER20 through 12.31.21.

Notebook maker Lochby teamed up with the Karas Pen Company to machine this substantial aluminum pen. It features an anodized matte black exterior, knurling and rings for grip, a stainless steel mechanism, and a sturdy clip. It comes with a Schmidt P8126 rollerball refill, and accepts standard Parker-style refills.

Faber-Castell’s premium writing instrument features a smoothly-tapered black barrel with a diamond-engraved textured grip. It offers a smooth-gliding nib and perfect weight balance for comfortable writing. It’s also available as a mechanical pencil and a ballpoint pen.

Tool and accessory maker Benchmade applies their premium quality and engineering to two bolt-action pens. Crafted in Oregon, the Longhand and Shorthand each feature an ergonomic design with a grooved grip and uniquely rippled body. Available in 303 stainless steel and black 6061-T6 aluminum.