The Guide to All Things Pens
I hate it when a perfectly good pen stops working. While I can (grudgingly) accept it when I use a cheap pen—really, what can you expect for something that costs a dollar?—I expect more from a supposedly quality pen from a good brand. So why do pens stop working when they still have ink? It … Read more
Most quality ballpoint pens are made from oil-based or alcohol-based ink that dries much quicker than other inks, reducing the chances of smearing on the paper. There are tons of great ballpoint pen brands on the market today that produce quick-drying options that won’t smear or smudge while you write, making them perfect for everyday … Read more
There is nothing more annoying than pens that smear when you’re working with them, especially if you are left-handed. It’s challenging to write without smudging the ink, and smudged ink ruins even the neatest and prettiest work. Muji pens will smear if you don’t give them a little bit of time to dry. This means … Read more
Have you ever wondered about getting a Pilot Hi-Tec-C refill for your pen, but felt unsure about whether this is the right refill, or if you need something different? There are so many pen refills in existence, that it can be challenging to know! Pilot Hi-Tec-C refills are popular because they fit a number of … Read more
Parker-style refills are one of the most popular pen refills and can accommodate a variety of pens. The refill is a sleek usually metal casing that holds the ink in the back and tapers to the pen tip. It can easily be inserted into most retractable pens. In this article, we will cover everything you … Read more
If you’ve ever been writing and the pen suddenly stops writing on your paper you know how frustrating it can be. The pen works most of the time but not always. It will make you wonder why do pens sometimes not write on paper? Your ballpoint pen may stop writing for several reasons. The most … Read more
Have you ever come across the phrase “bolt pen” or “bolt action pen” and wondered what this means? When I first did it sounded new and exciting. But what are they actually? And why do bolt-action pen users love them so much? A bolt pen uses a mechanism to lock the pen’s nib in place … Read more
We all have those pens in our house that just sit around, waiting to be used. Whether you have another pen that you use more often or just don’t write very much, you may be wondering if you should be using your pens more. Specifically, do pens dry out if you don’t use them? Most … Read more
We all have a favorite pen, but you might need something a little different when it comes to writing outdoors. Finding the best pen to write outdoors in varied weather conditions requires a different set of qualities than the average writing pen. When looking for an outdoor writing pen, you’ll want something reliable and robust … Read more
If you have heard of Tactile Turn you probably care about your writing utensils. You want both quality and performance. I now use a Tactile Turn pen as my go-to “everyday pen.” I absolutely love it! Hopefully, this article will help you see why they are some of the best pens on the market today. … Read more