Ballpoint pens

Most of the ballpoint pen kits we carry use one of two common refill styles: Cross-style or Parker-style. Knowing which one your pen takes opens up more options than simply replacing the original refill.

Cross-style: The long, narrow Cross-style refill is familiar to anyone who has turned a traditional Slimline or 7 mm-style pen. The refill screws into the pen's twist mechanism. When it eventually runs dry, simply unscrew the old refill and replace it with another compatible Cross-style refill. A compatible Cross-style pencil mechanism gives you the option of making a matching pen-and-pencil set.

Parker-style: Parker-style — also known as G2 — is a larger refill format used in many ballpoint pen kits. A pen designed for a Parker-style refill can give you several writing options without changing the pen itself - including compatible pencil refills. 

• Standard ballpoint — the familiar everyday option with traditional ballpoint ink. 
  Gel — a smoother, more fluid writing experience and a good choice for someone who prefers the feel of gel ink. 
  Schmidt P900 — a premium German-made ballpoint refill with a stainless steel tip and tungsten carbide ball available in different ink colours. 
  Schmidt easyFLOW 9000 — combines characteristics of a traditional ballpoint and rollerball. The ink starts flowing quickly and produces a smooth, consistent writing experience with less pressure.