Ballpoint Pen Category

The Conklin Pen Company The Conklin pen originated in Ohio, 1898 by a man named Roy Conklin. Conklin pens are considered to be one of the most prestigious and significant writing instruments; a fine portrayal of American design. The unique and quirky design pattern on each pen is truly... read more

It has been said by students that physically writing down content makes it easier for the mind to remember simple details. For example, address, telephone numbers, names or even notes. Due to the amount of technology that is available to us nowadays (laptops, tablets and smartphones to name a... read more

It is never easy to find that special someone the perfect gift. Finding that perfect gift for Christmas, Birthdays or Special Occasions can often be time consuming and demanding. Here are some tips and advice on how to choose the perfect pen as a gift for someone. When selecting the perfect... read more

Choosing a comfortable pen As you can imagine, the pen which you actually write with plays a significant part in how much your hand aches after a long session of writing. For example, you have different types of pens that have a certain unique structure. This can prove to... read more

Writing instruments have been used in all kinds of ways for thousands of years. At Pens Etc we just can’t get enough of pens so we’ve compiled a fantastic list of interesting facts about pens and writing instruments. 1. Invention of the Fountain Pen A man named Petrache Poenaru... read more

Ballpoint pens are one of the most commonly used writing instruments due to their durability, cost and versatility. The Bic Crystal and Staedtler Stick are the two more commonly purchased ballpoints so we thought it was a good start to compare these. The main points of this review are based around the... read more

There have been many different types of marking instruments over the years from chisels, chalk and lead to brushes, quills and fountain pens and due to modern advances in pen manufacturing. Ball point A ball point pen has a simple but effective design; it includes a precisely formed metal... read more