Pilot(R) P-500 Gel Ink Rollerball Pens, Extra-Fine Point, 0.5 mm, Black, Pack of 12

by Pilot

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 1.2 x 3 x 5.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00006JNJJ
• Item model number: 38600
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (28 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,938 in Office Products (See Top 100 in Office Products)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: April 18, 2006

Product Description

Patented precise needle point technology ensures an exceptional writing experience. Water-resistant gel ink won’t fade, smear, or run, keeping your documents clean and safe. Distinctive two-tone barrel features a ribbed grip so your pen won't slip out of your hand. The best of both worlds - as smooth as a roller ball and as permanent as a ballpoint. Special Ink Type: Gel; Pen Style: Stick; Ink Color(s): Black; Pen Type: Roller Ball.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

17 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Head and feet above the rest., February 14, 2006

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M. Shnayder - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Pilot(R) P-500 Gel Ink Rollerball Pens, Extra-Fine Point, 0.5 mm, Black, Pack of 12 (Office Product)

Well, this pen is unbelievable.
It's a Gel pen that lasts and lasts.
Forget about having your V-ball not write for a couple of seconds after you took it out of your pocket. (V-ball's liquid ink takes a few seconds to flow) This pen is ready to write every single time.
It actually writes finer than the V-ball. Trust me, I didn't believe it myself at first.
I am a resident at a hospital and after writing all day this pen is a joy. (no cramps like with regular ballpoint, no frustration like with the V-ball)
Hands down the best gel pen out there.
If you like a thicker line it even comes in 0.7.
The ink dries instantaneously.

I highly recommend this pen to everyone.

12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars My favorite pen. Period., December 14, 2006

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Gary B. (Minneapolis, MN USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Pilot(R) P-500 Gel Ink Rollerball Pens, Extra-Fine Point, 0.5 mm, Black, Pack of 12 (Office Product)

I can't believe I'm writing a review of a pen, but this has been my favorite for years. It's virtually impossible to find the P-500 in office supply stores (the thicker 0.7mm P-500 is the one sold by Office Max, Target, etc), but the P-500 has typically been a "special order". I like that it makes a very smooth, consistent line (lots of gel rollers "hiccup" and leave blank spaces on the page) and writes first time, every time. I also prefer the finer point of the P-500 because I often write quite small and it makes a very precise line. Like other reviewers, I've bought more expensive technical pens, but none has matched up to this "pedestrian" drug store pen. I doubt I'll ever write another review of a pen, but this one is worth it.

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best pen in the world, October 17, 2006

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Derek Glidden "dglidden" (Tampa, FL USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Pilot(R) P-500 Gel Ink Rollerball Pens, Extra-Fine Point, 0.5 mm, Black, Pack of 12 (Office Product)

I know some crazy people who like ballpoints and just don't like this pen, but I love it. I'm sure you could go buy some fancy boutique brand for hundreds of dollars or an artist-specific brand and really expensive ink, but for something off the shelf, there's nothing better.

The ink is smooth and consistent. The fine tip is super precise. It feels great in your hand. For writing or drawing this is just plain the best pen in the world.

Unfortunately they are getting harder to find in stores so buy a bunch now and stockpile them!