Pentel EnerGel RTX Retractable Liquid Gel Pen, (0.5mm), Fine Line, Needle Tip, Blue Ink, Pack of 3 (BLN75BP3C)

These gel pens are incredibly smooth, and don't skip, a problem I've had with the Pilot G2. I use these in several different journals. I use a Rettacy A5 for book reviews; since the paper in those is very smooth, I had to switch from the 0.7mm to 0.5mm for a neater look, because they glide over the surface. These pens are comfortable to hold, something I appreciate when writing very long reviews, or making other journal entries. For me, the shade of blue is just right; not too dark, but not too weak or washed out. I also like that I can buy a box of a dozen refills for a reasonable price. I have these 0.5 pens in blue, black, violet, and sky blue, but I mostly use the standard blue and black.

This is one of my FAVORITE pens. The kind of pen people ask to borrow, OMG. The grip is awesome, so comfortable. Super good on leakage, super easy to identify. Fantastic price.

I don't know what Pentel did with this pen, but it's by far the best everyday-use ink I've ever seen in a pen this cheap. This is the pen that will dry faster than all the others, lay darker lines than all the others, and never, ever bleed on even the roughest paper. I take a lot of notes at work and at home, usually on cheap legal pads from Costco, and this has the best price-performance ratio of any pen I've used.I bought these alongside the uni-ball Vision Rollerball Pens, Micro Point (0.5mm), Black, 4 Count and the Pilot Precise V5 RT Retractable Rolling Ball Pens, Extra Fine Point, 3-Pack, Black Ink (26052), all in black 0.5mm. I tested them all together and even asked friends and family to test which they liked more - everyone confidently decided that these were the best despite being the cheapest of the three.They write smooth, don't bleed, and dry fast. Not only that, but the lines are confidently darker than the uni-ball Vision and on par with the Precise V5 ink, but without the frequent bleeding, pooling, and slow drying that you sometimes get from liquid inks - Pilot is a particularly egregious offender here if you don't spring for expensive stationery.While the other pens will certainly perform well, especially on nicer paper... they're decidedly more expensive. I got these as an add-on item for $5, which works out to about $1.67 per pen. In addition, you can usually get refills for these pens at around $1 each if you buy in bulk.I felt a little strange for liking these so much, especially since I usually can't stand gel pens, but I reluctantly realized that these simply wrote better than every other pen I had. I can't say much about the build quality or how well the ink will protect you from something like check or signature fraud, though, so consider your options more carefully if that's what you're worried about.In a nutshell, here's my take:Pros:- Never bleeds, even on cheap paper- Dries stupid fast- Surprisingly solid, deep black ink- Flows just as well as comparable liquid ink roller-balls- Dirt cheap considering the qualityCons:- Build quality is questionable - the clip will snap off if you're too rough with it- The grip, while I have no complaints, is a bit thicker than some people with small hands may likeJust go for it. If you take a lot of quick notes, are left handed, or have issues with your ink smearing because it doesn't dry fast enough, this will be the best $5 you spend all month.

These Pentel EnerGel pens are my new go-to for writing. The 0.5 mm needle point delivers fine, clear lines, and the ink dries quickly without smudging. The retractable design is convenient, and the pens are comfortable to use for long writing sessions. Perfect for work or school!

The Pentel EnerGel Deluxe RTX Retractable Pens are my go-to when it comes to jotting down notes or tackling my to-do list. They come in a pack of three with different colored barrels, which adds a nice touch of variety to my desk.Let's talk about how these pens perform. The 0.5mm needle point tip writes smoothly and precisely, so my notes always look clean and professional. And the blue ink? It's bold and consistent, which I love.One thing I really appreciate is that these pens are retractable. I can easily click the top button to retract the tip, so I never have to worry about making accidental marks when the pen's in my pocket or bag.Comfort-wise, these pens are great too. They fit nicely in my hand, and the textured grip makes them easy to hold, even during long writing sessions.Durability-wise, they're solid. I've been using mine for weeks now, and they still write just as smoothly as when I first got them.For the price, you really can't beat the value. Three quality pens for the price of one? Count me in.Overall, if you're in need of some reliable pens for everyday use, I'd definitely recommend giving the Pentel EnerGel Deluxe RTX Retractable Pens a try. They're affordable, comfortable to use, and they get the job done right.

So far, the pens write nicely, ink flows smoothly, are fairly comfortable in my hand. The barrel is a nice color contrast, except for the stupid bar code. Seriously, you printed the bar code directly on the barrel of the pen! I'll find a different red pen when these run out. I won't bother refilling.

I was surprised by how limited the choices are for a reasonably priced gel pens with purple ink. I just received this Pentel pen and am now a Pentel fan! Firstly, the cost was very fair. Secondly, the pen's appearance is surprisingly stylish with a purple grip and metallic purple and blue on the rest of the pen. Thirdly, many purple pens are more lavender or lilac that actual purple but this pen did not disappoint. I'll be ordering more colors from this manufacturer!!

Love these pens! The blue color is vibrant - a royal blue. These pens making writing a pleasure.