Zebra F-301 Ballpoint Retractable Pen, Black Ink, Medium Point, EA - ZEB27211

I like this bolder tip but I use the thinner also. No smears of ink even after just writing. The pen itself is metal and a bit tiring after using it for a while. But this is my go to pen.

Writes well but the ink was a bit light for my taste. That said, I bought this on the advice of a colleague who said they will work well in the cold, we'll see what happens!

I liked the bold 1.0 mm wide medium ballpoint pen of Zebra's F-301. I have used Zebra Ballpoint pens for years. They seldom skip and write smoothly on paper. I use Zebra's replaceable refills because their pens do not mechanically wear out with continuous use. Zebra is the ballpoint pen I buy if ever one gets lost or damaged. Sometimes the extra purchasing price is justified. I do recommend this pen.

I have been going though different types of pens and these have a small ink storage. If you drop them the wrong way, they will not write any more. Same for some of the other pens I have dropped. The main casing is nice, and the feel is good. Each person will have a different use for them. Don't buy in bulk till you find one that is right for you.

So I read the reviews, and really like the fact it was a medium point. Have used these in the past with the fine point 0.7; no trouble with the pen or ink, I just do not like a fine point pen, of any kind. So I saw these, bought one to try, and I really love it!! Just like the fine point, as far as the dependability, but way smoother, and doesn't make that scratching sound, and has way better line volume, that the fine point. A definite winner with me. Will be getting more, and more, and more, as I'm just beginning a long journey into medical school, glad I came across this pin.