The best gel point pen

Uni-ball Signo UM-100 Gel Ink Pen – 0.5 mm – Black
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I’m lucky to live near what is probably one of the coolest stationery stores in North America. I get to try out all these different, unique models of pens and notice even small subtleties in they way each performs.

I recently found this pen above and it has quickly become my favorite writing implement.

One major variation in pens is their diameter which has a significant bearing upon the physio-dynamics of how the fingers grasp and position it to write. I have a strong preference for the narrow variety of pens so someone who prefers large-diameter pens would probably not like this model.

I find however that this svelte, narrow model, combined with the gel tip, enables very precise control.