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[Pen/Pencil Review] Pentel Ener-Gel Green Ink 0.7mm Point

Posted by reudaly on December 9, 2013 in Review, writing instruments |

This week’s pen review goes back to Pentel and another version of the Ener-Gel. This one is a 0.7mm retractable in Green Ink that I picked up as an “impulse” buy at the checkout at Staples. And the green ink because it’s Christmas…
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I’ve been pleasantly surprised by this pen, I’ve mentioned my tendency for retractables on the work desk. This is one. This one is also part of the Recycology line – so, about 80% recycled materials go into making this pen. It’s a good size – 5.75″ retracted, and 6″ with the point out. The diameter is wide enough to be comfortable, but not overly wide and has some ergonomic cushioned on the barrel.
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The barrel and ink are a solid emerald green – not apple or light. It’s a nice, dark, bold green ink. The Ener-Gel ink is a does dry quickly, but it is a gel based ink, so there’s a drying factor on slicker paper. The 0.7mm metal tip gives a decent line – it’s not as fine as I typically love, but it’s not broad and gloppy. It’s easily legible and quick drying. The barrel matches the ink, and has enough transparency to see ink level. It’s also refillable.
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The numbers:
1. How does it work?0.5 It’s decent. No frills. The ink is bold and the roller smooth. There can be some smearing, but it’s liquid ink. It happens, especially on slick paper. It does dry quickly, but needs drying time.
2. Grip and feel1 – It’s an inexpensive, plastic, no frills pen. It has a grip that’s pretty comfortable. The length and balance are good.
3. Material1 It’s recycled plastic, but it has a good mechanism and good ink. If you’re ecology conscious or just want to help keep plastic out of landfills, this is a good thing.
4. Overall Design1 -It’s a basic retractable liquid gel ink pen. It’s refillable or disposable. It is what it is.
5. Price Point1 – I got this at the Staples checkout for $1. It lists on the Pentel site for almost $2. You might be able to get this one singly but probably more in a multi-pack, but still, it’s a decent price.
4.5 out of 5 Bronze Pencils

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