The new Stabilo SMARTball his been created with tech lovers in mind.
This latest offering from the experts in pens for the prolific writer, is more than just a writing instrument. An innovative design that incorporates a stylus for use on touch screens, created using the abundance of experience gained in ergonomics through working with teachers, scientists & students.
Zebra Pens the Japanese manufacturer of writing instruments have just launched there 4th generation of ink which is an emulsion ink. They say that it is, “the perfect balance of oil and water” and that with emulsion ink you will:
“Experience writing like never before. The revolutionary combination of oil, water and pigment delivers the smoothest writing experience ever.”
The Pentel Hybrid Gel Grip DX is a pigment gel ink pen with a sturdy blue plastic striped body which Pentel describe as elegant, I would be inclined to say it’s a masculine looking pen.
One transparent ink level section is just above the grey rubber grip, another on the cap enables the 1.0mm tip to be viewed. The grip section is made from a grey rubberised material, this is about 1 inch long and does make it comfortable to hold.
From a company whose name is derived from the word unique I’m going to take the Uni-Ball Grip (UB-247) through its paces to see if it is a one off. The Uni-Ball Grip has a 0.7mm tungsten carbide ball, blue metallic effect plastic barrel with a grey rubberised grip section. The grip has a row of small blue circles above the Uni logo which I think gives a classic pen a contemporary twist & adds a little interest.
Stabilo have recently launched their latest pen the Smartball which combines a ballpoint pen & a stylus which can be used on smartphones & tablets. Below is the official video for the Stabilo Smartball in the UK.