Blog - Gel Pens

The Best Pens & Stationery for Left-Handers

Mar 18, 2025

Left-handed people make up about 10% of the world population, but they often struggle with tools and writing systems designed for right-handers. Thankfully, writing instruments geared towards left-handers are easier to find than ever! In this guide, we’ll focus on pens, pencils, notebooks and more that are suitable for the left-handed among us.

Pilot Hi-Tec-C: A Comprehensive Guide

Feb 25, 2025

The Pilot Hi-Tec-C is a humble gel pen that’s best-known for its ultra-fine tip. In this guide, we discuss every Hi-Tec-C pen.

Pilot FriXion Erasable Pens: A Comprehensive Guide

Feb 25, 2025

We explain how the Pilot FriXion's "erasable" ink works and explore each product line, tip size, and color of this magical pen.

The 46 Best Pens for 2025: Gel, Ballpoint, Rollerball, and Fountain Pens

Jan 7, 2025

We draw on years of testing to crown the best beginner fountain pen, best gel pen, best pen for note-taking, and more. Each recommendation includes links to related guides so that you can evaluate the competition for yourself.

The Best Pens and Inks for Crosswords

Dec 31, 2024

In this guide, we’ll discuss what to look for when choosing a writing instrument for puzzles like crosswords and sudokus. We also give recommendations for pens, pencils, and accessories to use.

The Best Everyday Carry Stationery Items

Dec 24, 2024

In this guide, we’ll share some of our favorite stationery supplies you should consider when assembling your EDC kit, including pens, paper, bags, and other handy items.

The Best Reading Supplies for Book Lovers

Nov 26, 2024

Book lovers who want to annotate texts, make reading easier, and record their thoughts in reading journals are sure to appreciate the supplies in this guide. Keep reading for our favorite pens for books, useful book stands, and more.

The Best Brass Pens

Nov 12, 2024

Brass pens are proof that writing instruments can be durable and as unique as you are. In this guide, we’ll discuss our favorite brass pens, including some that are machined by hand.

Zebra Sarasa: A Comprehensive Guide

Oct 22, 2024

The Zebra Sarasa is a student favorite for its smooth-flowing ink and sturdy binder clip. We explore each version of this popular pen, from the famous Clip to the left-handed friendly Dry and everything in between.

Sakura Gelly Roll: A Comprehensive Guide

Oct 8, 2024

We take an in-depth look at the beloved Sakura Gelly Roll. See all of the available tip sizes, colors, and finishes in this guide.

The Best Black Pens

Aug 20, 2024

With so many black pens to choose from, how do you know which one is right for you? Read our guide to see high-quality ballpoint pens, gel pens, markers, and more.

The Best Pens for Note-Taking

Aug 13, 2024

Did you know that taking notes by hand helps you understand a subject better? Read our guide to learn about the best pens for long note-taking sessions.