REVIEW – Do you like to carry a pen in your pocket or gear bag so that you’ll always be able to jot down a note or ask a famous person’s autograph when you run into them (am I the only person who has thought about this scenario?) If you answered yes or no, this […]
CountyComm Pen-Go mini pens by Maratac review – A new pen for your EDC Read More
REVIEW – I created a video review of Bastion’s Bolt-Action pens earlier this year, and now I’m back with a new review of a much smaller version of the same pens. Let’s check it out! What is it? The Bastion Bolt-Action MINI is a tiny bolt-action pen made of 100% 6061-T6 grade aluminum with a
Bastion Bolt-Action MINI pen review – a tiny pen for your EDC and fidgeting fun! Read More
NEWS – I’m a sucker for pens and pencils. Ok, who am I kidding, I’m a sucker for anything stationery related and these pens from PARAFERNALIA have me looking for my credit card. I don’t know if it’s the rainbow of colors that you can choose from or the unusual open design that is drawing
It doesn’t look very comfortable to grip, but I still want one of these pens! Read More
NEWS – Last year I wrote a quick article about 5 mini EDC pens that were worth checking out. I want to update that for 2023 and have been on a quest to find a new selection of unique mini pens that I think would be great for that new list. One of the pens
I need this CountyComm Pen-Go mini pen for my EDC! Read More
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – Multi-tools come in many shapes and sizes, but the new Bullet Ant 2.0 titanium bolt-action 3-in-1 is a multi-tool in a pen form factor. This Bolt action pen is constructed of Gr5 titanium and features a forever writing pen which they really should call a forever writing pencil because it’s made of
The Bullet Ant is a multi-tool with a bolt-action bit driver! Read More
CROWDFUNDED NEWS – I love mini pens but I’m also really picky about mini pens. I am not a fan of the tiny pens that use D1 ballpoint refills because I hate the way they write. So I was excited when I came across the Kickstarter campaign for CHROMA Titanium EDC Ink Keychain Pens from
It’s not a multi-tool, but you will want this pen for your EDC collection! Read More
CROWDFUNDING REVIEW – If it’s not multi-tools, knives, or wallets, then it’s pens that are another mandatory part of everyone’s EDC. Today I want to show you the Wingback fountain pen which is currently seeking funding on Kickstarter. Let’s take a look. What is it? The Wingback Fountain Pen is a hand-crafted CNC machined fountain
Wingback Fountain Pen review – Sophisticated minimalism Read More
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – If you like to draw but don’t have the space to store dozens of different colored pens or markers, then you should take a look at the Colorpik pen which is currently seeking funding on Kickstarter. The Colorpik is an ink pen with a built-in camera that you use to capture a
Colorpik Pen is digital ink pen that can draw and write in ANY color! Read More
REVIEW – I’m pretty sure if you’re reading this, you’re into EDC. Me, too! I scour the interwebs for the latest and greatest even if I can’t exactly afford them. The biggest trend going I’ve seen is titanium. Everyone is using it in their products, like pocket knives, prybars, keyrings, multi-tools to fit your keyring,
Nomad Pen Titanium review – An EDC pen that should last a lifetime if you don’t lose it Read More
(see update below) CROWDFUNDING NEWS – I love analog tools for journaling and note-taking. I use a paper notebook and a pen every day to keep track of my daily tasks and for recording ideas and memories. For me, the downside to keeping notes on paper is that I can’t easily search for specific entries
On paper, the Nuwa Pen looks like the ultimate digital journaling pen (updated) Read More
REVIEW – Olight is a company known for its quality flashlights and other EDC gear. In 2021 I reviewed their Open Pro EDC penlight which I really liked and now they are back with a new version. The Olight O’Pen Glow. Let’s check it out. What is it? The Olight O’Pen Glow is an EDC
Olight O’Pen Glow Rechargeable Penlight review – The perfect EDC pen! Read More
VIDEO REVIEW – We love pens and other stationery items around here so I was happy to accept the offer from Bastion to do a video review of their bolt-action pens. What is it? Bastion bolt-action pens are aluminum (also available in stainless steel) pens that feature a cool bolt-action mechanism. What’s in the box?
Bastion Bolt-Action EDC pen video review Read More
REVIEW – In today’s ever-evolving world of crime statistics and government/corporate privacy invasions, you need to be aware of your options and how far you think you need to go to protect yourself and your family. Sometimes, a product comes along that can kill two birds with one stone (pun intended). Spy+Survival Briefing offers a
Spy+Survival Briefing Tactical Spy Pen review – A sharp idea with dull results Read More
NEWS – Even though it looks like a large darning needle, you don’t have to be a seamstress, a tailor, or even love to sew in order to appreciate the MICROCARRY Needle Pen. This minimalist EDC pen is barely larger than the D1 ink refill that it uses. The Needle Pen is CNC machined from
Here’s the perfect minimalist EDC pen for people who love to sew! Read More
NEWS – Need a rugged pen that will write in all conditions and can also break glass? Yes, I know that’s a weird combo of features, but if that’s your criteria for the perfect pen, then the Gerber Impromptu has you covered. Made of stainless steel with a Rite in the Rain ink cartridge, click
This pen is mightier than a sword when it comes to breaking glass Read More
NEWS – Have you ever wanted to get into fountain pens but thought they were too expensive or too inconvenient? If you’d like to dip your toe in, or your pen, you might consider the Jinhao brand of fountain pens. This brand is sold at Amazon, the famous Goulet Pen Company and other places. I
Curious about fountain pens but think you can’t afford them? Read More
REVIEW – When it comes to creating your personal EDC set up, you will want a knife, a wallet, maybe a multi-tool, and you definitely don’t want to forget a pen. Today I’m going to talk about the James Brand Stilwell pen. Is it perfect for your EDC? Let’s find out. What is it? The
James Brand Stilwell pen review – A small EDC pen that turns into a full-sized pen Read More
REVIEW – I’m left-handed which means I tend to have a strange writing “posture” that can make it hard to see what I’m writing. It also means that I often smear my writing because the side of my hand goes across the fresh ink instead of in front of it like a right-handed person. Is
Curva Pen review – You’ve never seen a pen like this one! Read More
NEWS – I’ve talked about sleeves that elevate the look of an ordinary Sharpie marker. But the MARKSMITH TITANIUM Bolt Action Permanent Marker is a different beast altogether. Made of CNC Grade 5 titanium (the strongest grade of titanium), this is a stand-alone marker features a retractable one-hand operation, a strong pocket clip, balanced weight
This bolt action permanent marker is refillable! Read More
NEWS – Here’s an interesting multi-function pen that you can add to the rest of your EDC gear collection. It’s the US-made CNC machined aircraft aluminum Aion Innovation Triune Pen that functions as a regular pen that uses Fisher Space Pen refills, but it’s also a glass breaker and a fire piston fire starter. The
This EDC pen helps you start a fire! Read More