[Pen/Pencil Review] Pilot G2 – 0.7mm Purple Ink and Fashion Barrel
This week’s pen blog returns to a classic and an old favorite in a new skin – the Pilot G2. The Pilot G2 is hands down an icon in the gel pen world. It’s been THE gel pen for many people for…well, ever. And as much as I also love Pentel Energel and Zebra Sarasa – the Pilot G2 was my first gel love. This week I revisit this old friend in a new skin – the Pilot G2 purple 0.7mm in a white decorative case.
This is a classic G2 with a clear white casing with purple floral patterns and gold lettering on the clip. It runs just short of 5.75″. The rubber grip is pretty comfortable for an inexpensive, every day pen. The clip is molded plastic. The tip is clear plastic with the spring showing through. It’s a prettier version of the typical G2.
The ink is as awesome as always, the roller is smooth but not too thick for a 0.7mm. There’s no glopping of the ink. It doesn’t smear easily – though gel there’s some ability for smearing on slick paper. The purple ink is a good solid hue.. These pens have good ink reservoirs with rich tints to the ink. The conical tips are smooth and lay down a solid line. The feel is good. The ink dries quickly.
I got mine in a bin at Staples just before all the Safer at Home orders. They’re available in singles in box store. I believe it was $1.99 – which means it’s still in the $2 range that is typical of the Pilot G2. There are other “fashion†colors in the line, but they weren’t in a package.
To the numbers:
1. How does it work? – 1 The ink is strong and comes in decent point sizes – this is the “classic†0.7mm. The retraction mechanism is solid.
2. Grip and feel – 1 – It’s fairly basic retractable pen with a decent drip that hasn’t changed much over time, but it still gives a comfortable feel for long-term use.
3. Material – 1 – It’s rubberized and plastic pen. It’s solid for what it is.
4. Overall Design – 1 – These are a standard. They’ve not changed much over time, which is good. It’s never been broken, so there’s nothing really to fix. The pen is colorful, comfortable, and solid.
5. Price Point – 1 – These run just under $2 a pop which is about on par. These are available in the single pen bins at Staples. Probably elsewhere.
5 out of 5 Bronze Pencils
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Pilot G2 is also my favorite gel pen. At work, every knows I made the comment if it’s green or purple. They only stock blue sticks in the supply cabinet. Print the rainbow! Xoxo