Yet another classic from Fisher, the Bullet was immortalized by induction into the MoMA's permanent collection due to its iconic design. The #1 best-seller in Fisher's lineup, the Bullet is popular thanks to its low price, excellent build quality, and of course its infallible refill. This is my second one - I lost my first one, a chrome Bullet, after five years and only one refill change. Here's to the next five years!
Hi-res images here: https://flic.kr/s/aHsk1zUptj
Hi-res images here: https://flic.kr/s/aHsk1zUptj
Fit/Finish: The pen is built in the USA to very high standards, and it shows. The refill writes smoothly with no issues starting up, and will write upside-down (I tried) and underwater. There is no rattling or wobbliness at all, and the clip is securely attached. The stealthy matte-black finish stays pristine, even where the cap attaches to the back of the pen when posting. Once the cap is posted, transforming the Space Pen into a full-size (5.25 inches) instrument, and the cap doesn't come off unless pulled off. When closed, the Space Pen makes a great pocket pen, at 3.75 inches, making it the pen many EDC'ers recommend, including Mythbusters co-host Adam Savage.
Performance: Excellent, as the refill never fails (until it runs out, of course). Speaking of which, it will write for 2-3 miles according to Fisher's spec, and I had one write for four years until needing replacement. The supplied black medium refill works fine, but the blue fine refill is even better. Upside down, or at any angle, the pen is just as smooth.
Overall: At only $15 on Amazon, the Fisher Bullet Space Pen is a steal. Reliable, portable, and solid, this one can go with you anywhere, and once you try one, you'll want to take it with you! An excellent, practical ballpoint for any occasion.
Rating: 5/5
Rating: 5/5