#machine era

There are a wide range of everyday carry pens out there. They differ in size, the refills they take and material they are made out of. Some pens are ideal for constant use and some are ideal for occasional use. Some have multiple uses and some can be quite simple and elegant.  Here's a top 10 list of a range of EDC pens for all types of requirements.

  Parker Jotter Retractable Pen

The Parker Jotter is Parker's best selling retractable pen and with good reason. This is a great, reliable and affordable everyday carry pen. Made of stainless steel with a sleek and streamlined design makes it elegant and hardy. This EDC pen can take a great variety of refills including the fisher space pen refills (With plastic attachment). The fact that this pen looks great and is affordable makes it a great everyday carry essential.

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 Zebra F-701 Ballpoint Retractable Pen

Another great, affordable EDC pen. A retractable pen with a heavy duty stainless steel barrel makes this rugged and sturdy. A knurled grip allows for greater writing stability. It is refillable with a Zebra F-Refill.

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 Fisher Space Pen

Classic everyday carry pen! Originally designed for NASA to write in all conditions. It's everything an EDC pen should be. It's small and fits in the pocket nicely. It writes upside down, on wet paper and in extreme temperatures. Comes in a massive variety of colours.

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 Machine Era Pen - Solid Brass

An elegant well put together pen. This pen is precision machined in house with a solid brass body. The brass will develop a patina over time which adds character and interest in the pen. The Machine Era Brass Pen is included with Pilot G2 cartridges and will fit any standard size Uni-ball cartridge. There aren't any o-rings to wear out on this pen. The lid screws on so you won't have any mishaps with ink in your pocket. Overall this is pen is a great everyday carry item. It is solid, durable and performs well.

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 Gerber Impromptu Tactical Pen

Any situation can turn dangerous and it is when you least expect it. Gerber collaborated with Law Enforcement officials to create this rugged and tough tactical pen. Made of a machined steel and a stainless steel pocket clip makes this pen handy and hardy. It takes a Rite in the Rain ink cartridge that works in all conditions indoors and outdoors (Also takes Fisher space Pen refills). It contains an integrated glass breaker which can also be used for self defence. A great EDC pen to assist in your preparedness to take on whatever situation comes your way.

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 Karas Kustoms Retrakt Copper Pen

Made in the USA this clicky EDC pen is solid and of exceptional quality. The pen is machined from Tellurium Copper, contains a nice and thick stainless steel pocket clip and an all metal click machanism. It comes with a pilot G2 refill and is compatible with any Parker ballpoint compatible refill.

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 Kaweco Liliput Fountain Pen

A great everyday carry fountain pen that is convenient in size and durability. The screw cap prevents the nib from drying out if you do not use it every day. In addition the screw cap is attached to the rear of the pen to make it the length of a full sized pen.

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 Fisher Space Trekker Keychain Pen

Another great pen here from Fisher and this time it's for the keychain. Constructed from brass and steel it's built to sit on the keychain and take a beating. The cap is secured tightly on the pen so it won't accidently come off in your pocket. It takes the famous Fisher Space Pen cartridge that writes in all conditions.

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 TT Pocket Tools Keychain Pen

An artistic and functional EDC keychain pen available in brass or copper. It is convenient and durable due to its material. A screw cap ensures that the pen doesn't accidently come off in the pocket. Takes a Fisher Space Pen refill which allows you to write in all condtions.

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Karas Kustoms The Bolt Machined Brass Pen

Another awesome EDC pen by Karas Kustoms. This pen is unique in that it uses a bolt-action twist mechanism to engage the tip of the pen which is also great for the fidgeting with. Machined from solid C360 brass it is built to last. It's made in the USA and takes any Parker ballpoint compatible refill including the Fisher Space Pen refill.