Zebra Pen F-701 Retractable Ballpoint Pen, Stainless Steel Barrel, Fine Point, 0.8mm, Black Ink, 1-Pack (29411)

I purchased this pen about two years ago and I really wish I hopped on the "quality pen" bandwagon a long time ago.Throughout the years, I always thought people with nice metal pens either paid a lot of money for them, or had some strange obsession with writing utensils—but oh boy was I wrong. This specific pen is very inexpensive for what you get in my personal opinion; let me explain why.I have been a long-time fan of the famous Pilot G2 model of disposable pen until I purchased the Zebra F-701 in 2015. While G2s last a long time and feel pleasant to write with, this specific pen tops every single aspect of the G2 and every other plastic pen I have used to this day.- Weight: The feel of metal while being light enough to write with comfortably.- Balance: The center of mass on this pen is just above the finger grip makes for a pleasant feel while writing.- Mechanism: The feel of the mechanism used for retracting and extending the business-end of the pen is very tactile and fluid. The audible click is satisfying but not excessively loud.- Grip: The intricate pattern employed for the grip is very functional and I prefer it very much over the rubber grips of plastic pens which slowly deteriorate over time.- Clip: The metal clip is very flexible and refuses to deform under normal usage. The shiny surface is very attractive and showcases the brand and model recessed into the metal.- Longevity: The pen retains its brushed-metal luster after almost two years of use without showing any signs of wear and tear. The mechanism seems to feel the same way it did when I removed it from its packaging.- Writing: The preinstalled pen refill writes very pleasantly with no ink blotching or streaking issues that I have experienced. The weight, balance, and grip all distill into a writing experience that I would consider writing home about (ha, ha).The Zebra F-701 is a very good value and I would highly recommend it to friends, family, and even strangers.

Every now and then you find an excellent product to write with. I use to use the previous Zebra F-401 pens all the time then I discovered this improved version. That would be the Zebra F-701. So far I have purchased three of the 3 pen packs. I use them for everything now.They are a very high quality pen at a price that is very reasonable for what you get. They even come with extra ink! What more can a writer ask for?

This pen is as advertised right out of the box - durable, comfortable, sleek, and easy to write with. However, the reason I got it is because it was said it takes a fisher space pen refill. I love the cartridge on the space pen, but not so much he pen itself. So as soon as I got this F701, I immediately installed the space pen refill (med blue). And it works! 2 points - you don't have to use the plastic spacer that comes with the refill, and the F701 can be a bit tricky to disassemble the first time - it's kind of tight and only the very end (the pont end) of the pen comes off, but I used a pliers to hold it and then I could turn it. So now I have a great pen with a great cartridge!

I had one of these years ago and absolutely loved it. This style is hard to find now in stores. This Zebra pen is an all-metal case, very sturdy, and has a textured grip for holding it. It is refillable using Zebra refills, fine point is my choice - blue or black. It's an everyday pen for me.

My most favorite pen of all time. Writes well. Knurled grip is superior to all other types. The button action is smooth and reliable. A great quality pen for the price.

Pen is stout and feels great in the hand, but the refill that comes with it is truly awful. gritty and more gray than black. i like zebra pens and this refill falls below a bic. or paper mate. Solved the issue by ordering a blue Zebra refill. Wondered if China is into counterfeiting Zebra pens (the stock refill states it's made in China, but that's not surprising), but what i received seems genuine in all respects. Pen is really well made and feels hefty.