6 Absurdly Cheap Pens You Can Afford to Lose

There’s no lack of love for the Montblancs, Sheaffers and Parkers of the world.

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From Issue Six of Gear Patrol Magazine.
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There’s no lack of love for the Montblancs, Sheaffers and Parkers of the world. But all pens needn’t be status symbols — like a good friend, the best examples inspire a quiet form of loyalty. They aren’t boastful, but if disparaged, demand defense. Here, six everyday options that deserve your allegiance.

Stabilo Point 88

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Buy Now: $1

Monami 153

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Ico Signetta

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Pilot G-Tec-C

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Marvy Uchida LePen

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Mitsubishi No. 460

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