Muji Smooth Gel Ink Ballpoint Pen Knock Type - 0.5mm - Black
This is the new version of "Smooth Writing Gel Pen 0.5mm". Instead of a clear and gripped body, the new version is now encased in a frosted body. Its new chic design still allows the pen to have great fluidity in writing. Great for everyday use.
Customer Reviews
This pen's dependability is one of its best qualities. I've never experienced any problems with skipping or drying out, and the ink flow is consistently good. It is a dependable friend for my everyday writing demands because to this degree of reliability, which is extremely noteworthy.
The Muji Smooth Gel Ink Ballpoint Pen Knock Type in 0.5mm Black has won me over with its smooth ink flow, comfortable grip, and stylish design. It is a reliable and versatile pen that consistently delivers a delightful writing experience. This is for anyone in search of a high-quality and elegant writing instrument. With this pen in hand, you'll find joy in the act of writing and take your note-taking and writing endeavors to new heights!
These pens are set at a great price and are high quality. Will be purchasing again for sure
I've never been on the Muji Stationery hype train. From when they became popular to now, I've stuck with my other black pens and because I felt like they were a little... overhyped for what they were? The only thing I might have considered wanting to get would be their black ink pens and the paper (refills for my Kokuyo Campus binder notebooks). So when I was going on my annual back to school shopping spree, I decided to pick this pen up to try it out.
First impressions/Pros:
- Clean design! I know this is what they're known for but holding such a barebones, minimalistic pen for once was an experience. I still like all of my colorful limited edition Pentel Energel bodies though!
- Surprisingly smooth ink. I heard that the original Muji pen (the one with the cap) was a little scratchy (?) and was designed to have a slight rattle when you write for a more tactile feel. I did feel some of that, but otherwise it wrote beautifully!
Cons:
- It smudges horribly. I'm used to Pentel Energels, Sarasa Mark-Ons, and bLen ink, and they all dry very quickly on all types of paper. As a student, it's very important that my writing dries quickly so that I can move onto the next paragraph/not worry about smudging! After some trial and error, it seems to dry after about 15 seconds.
- Highlighting seems to be a no-go. I tried it with my Mildliners and it seems like they smudge horribly after the 15 second dry test from before. I waited another 15 seconds (so 30 seconds total), and it works.
I have learned that I love gel pens (not the ones from the '90s though). These pens have become a staple in my pencil case. I always have a couple on hand. They write so nice and feel nice to hold.