Okay, let’s talk about disposable pens. I’ve been on this quest to find the perfect one, you know, the kind that just feels right. It’s like searching for a needle in a haystack, as they say. I’ve tried a ton, from the cheap ones you grab at the store to some fancier options.
First, I grabbed a bunch of different types from a local store. You got your rollerballs, your ballpoints, your gel pens – the whole nine yards. I even threw in a couple of fountain pens because, why not? I wanted to see what the fuss was all about, and the idea of a smooth ink flow was pretty appealing.
I started with the ballpoints. They’re the classic, right? Reliable, always there. But some of them were scratchy, you know? Like, they didn’t glide across the paper smoothly. And if you pressed too hard, they’d leave these indentations. Not ideal.
- Rollerballs were next. These were a step up, for sure. The ink flowed nicely, and they were less scratchy than the ballpoints.
- Then came the gel pens. Now, these were interesting. Super smooth, vibrant colors, but sometimes they’d smear a little if you weren’t careful. It’s important to look for quick-drying ink.
- Finally, the fountain pens. Okay, I get the hype now. These were incredibly smooth. Like, writing on butter smooth. But there’s a learning curve, and they need a bit more care, like cleaning the nib regularly.
I also did some digging online. Found out that a 0.5mm tip is considered fine, while 0.7mm is medium. Makes sense, right? If you want a broader stroke, go for the 0.7mm. And it makes writing a little bit easier, you do not need to push so hard on the pen when writing.
I even stumbled upon these pens from Office Depot. They’re supposed to be the best of both worlds, smooth writing and quick-drying ink. I tried them out, and they were pretty good! Definitely a contender. I mean I am a list-maker, and I am always writing something.
From what I read, the Pilot Varsity and Platinum Preppy are good disposable fountain pens to try. I tested them out, and yeah, they were good. The Platinum Preppy felt a bit better in my hand, but that’s just me.
I also tried smoothing the nib of one of my fountain pens with some fine-grit sandpaper. You have to be careful with this, but it worked! I also found out that fountain pens have the smoothest and best ink flow, so most schools recommend using a fountain pen once you have a good grasp of holding a pen.
My Conclusion
So, after all this experimenting, what’s the verdict? Well, it depends on what you like. For everyday writing, a good gel pen or one of those Office Depot ones is great. I can see why most schools recommend a fountain pen once you have a good grasp of holding a pen. If you want the smoothest writing experience, go for a fountain pen, but be prepared for a bit of a learning curve and some maintenance. And if you are looking for tags, maybe “Best Pens For Writing”, “Smooth Writing Pens”, “Gel Pens”, “Ballpoint Pens” will be good.
