Amazon BasicsBlack Ballpoint Pens for Smooth Writing, Retractable, 12-Pack

Great pens for a good price and the colors are true. No smearing and easy to use. Durable pens

Pens are good quality - light weight - nice grip and smooth when writing. The packaging is pretty basic as to be expected.Overall good value and nice buy.

These pens from Amazon Basics deliver consistent quality that works for daily tasks, whether you’re taking notes or making quick to-do lists. The 1.2mm medium point creates clean, bold lines, which is perfect for those who prefer a more defined stroke when writing. I’ve found that the ink flow is smooth, without the interruptions you sometimes get with cheaper pens, making it ideal for those long meetings or school projects.What I appreciate the most is the comfortable grip. After extended periods of writing, my hand didn’t feel tired, which is a big plus. The soft material around the pen allows for better control, and the retractable design makes it convenient to tuck away without worrying about ink stains in your pocket or bag. These pens also hold up well after frequent use, and I haven’t noticed any decline in the writing quality.Another aspect worth mentioning is how versatile they are. Whether I’m writing on standard paper or something textured like sticky notes, the ink adheres well and dries quickly, so smudging isn’t a concern. If you’re someone who regularly uses pens throughout the day, you’ll appreciate that these hold up under pressure without fading or skipping.The 12-pack is also an excellent value for money, offering enough pens to keep at your desk, in your bag, and even around the house. I’ve used them for several weeks now, and none have run out of ink yet, which speaks to their longevity. For anyone looking for a solid, everyday pen that performs well across the board, these are definitely worth considering.

I needed a bunch of pens for a project where I would be handing them out to students with a notebook. After the class was over, I took the remaining leftover pens home with me. I started using them around the house and then left one with my journal and started writing with it every day.The ink is smooth and the color is nice and dark. They’re easy to write with low friction at all, I just wished they would last longer.

I am a nurse and someone at work is always asking to "borrow" a pen but rarely returns it. These are inexpensive and good pens to give out so I don't lose my expensive gel pens.

I recently purchased the Amazon Basics Ballpoint Pens, and I have to say, I'm extremely impressed! The pens write smoothly and consistently without any skipping or smudging. The ink flow is just right – not too thick, not too thin – making writing a pleasure. The comfortable grip also makes them ideal for long writing sessions without any hand fatigue. For the price, you really can't beat the quality. I've used them for everything from notes to signing documents, and they perform reliably every time. Highly recommend these pens for anyone looking for an affordable, high-quality option!

Been there, done that with so many different brands of pens. Plastic, stainless, or combination trying to find a reliable pen that was comfortable to use. G2 were good, but gel never dries, water all but erases your work. Waterproof gels not much better. Other comfort writer ink pens stop writing, causing you to frantically scribble. Zebra stainless pens were good, but not that comfortable and if inverted too long, what a mess. Ink pens that look like gels were not much better with globs of ink, paper fiber clotting at end.I thought I would have to settle for a pen that was sub par or keep going into the bank to grab a new pen or two with each transaction, but no more! Amazon throws their hat into the world of writing instruments with a flick of their wrists. You know those white plastic barreled pens that many companies advertise with? Yep these are basically the same except Amazon Basics has a rubber grip feel to them, comfortable and light weight. Thought hmmm seems cheap, but wait, it actually starts to write quickly, no scribbling required. And wow, it writes real smooth. I was skeptical since the box of 12 was very light compared to others. But its really a nice pen, Im shocked. Its that easy to create a good economical pen, no fuss? Apparently it is and Amazon has them by the dozen at a great price. I cleaned out the pencil cup, even the new unused pens of old were tossed, yeah that bad and frustrating! So for the first few days I'm happy and will update once I go through a few. Thanks Amazon!!!Update: Amazon Basics ink pens are a disappointment. Beeb using for a couple of months, now replacing with another brand. Keep the pens upright in a pancil cup, but they lack ink at the start, even if they've been previously used. Clumping of ink on the tip is very annoying as well. Still writes smooth once the get going, but it takes a few seconds many times. The frantic scribbling is what is the worst and this turn out to be no better than the rest.Bummer. Really wanted to love this pen, but filing for seperation using another brand.

So amazing that I bought a second batch of these to have at work and at home. They write beautifully and the colors are abundant and vibrant.