Customer Reviews

Sharpie 37001 Ultra Fine Point Permanent Markers, Black (Box of 12)

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When I first discovered the Sharpie Permanent Fine-Point Markers I became an instant fan. I am still a huge fan of these markers for labeling freezer and storage bags and cardboard boxes. However, some 3M Post-It Flags, which I use a lot, are just too small for the fine point markers. For that I use the Ultra-Fine Point Markers.

Just like the fine point markers, these markers seem to last a long time if you take care to cap them as soon as you are finished with them. You also need to be careful not to get the tips wet or to damage the tip, but as long as you do not drop the pen on its tip it is reasonably durable. I have seen a few people crush the tips of these markers (including a couple that were borrowed from me - sigh) by pushing on them too hard, but generally these are people who should be using a ball-point pen anyway.

We have tried a lot of different pens and markers for writing on plastic, and have had limited success. Many pens seem to take forever to dry or will not mark on plastic. Magic Markers work, but they are too wide and have an unlovely smell. So far Sharpie permanent fine-point and ultra fine-point markers avoid these problems, and provide sharp print for nearly all labeling needs. In fact, I will warn you that you should take care what you write on, because once you have used the Sharpie, it can be nearly impossible to get the ink out.

I will also concur with another reviewer who pointed out that the ultra fine-point Sharpie can be an artist's instrument. While my sketches are not what I would call art, the very fine point permits a lot of detail, and even shading effects. To provide more ability, try using the Sharpie Fine-Point and the Sharpie Ultra Fine-Point. These two pens give you quite a drawing arsenal.

These markers work just fine, but the description says they are a .2mm This is just wrong. It says nothing about the measurement on the box or the markers and when compared to pencil lead, they are probably closer to a .7mm at the tip, but like most markers, will make a somewhat larger line. If you truly want a super fine maker, check out Pigma Micron 005...

Since I have been using these as opposed to fine point, my writing has been much clearer. Sharpie ultra fine points are awesome for doing labels where you have to stay in the lines, and where other people have to read your writing. It's just as permanent as the fine point, being waterproof, but it's still affected by the sun. (It fades over time)
Compared to office supply stores, the price is excellent on Amazon.

These are great for what they are. Yes, they can leak through the paper if you're not using thick stuff, but that's the type of pen they are... very inky, bold, & black... but being "ultra fine", they are also "pen-like". They can also be used to write on many more surfaces than just paper.

Plus, at the time I ordered them, Amazon was selling them for a good price.

I can barely see ball point ink on paper these days, and forget about pencil output. That's why I use Sharpies. Both fine and these ultra fines are the only pens I use. Shopping lists, notes, addressing envelopes, and writing checks are all do-able for me with a Sharpie. Life would be harder if I could not get them so thank goodness once again for Amazon.

In my workshop, I've been using pencils to mark my jigs and other similar things for a while now. The problem is that after a while, the pencil marks start to fade with use, and it can be difficult to remember which setups and router bits, etc. on jigs that are seldom used and with faded markings. So I decided to look for a more permanent solution for marking my jigs. I had some fine point sharpies on hand, but those were too thick for my needs; I needed something that wrote thinner like a pen, but smooth like a sharpie. So I did a quick amazon search and came across these. The ultra fine point was just the ticket. I can now easily mark my jigs with detailed information and not have to worry about the lines smudging together. They write smoothly and don't smear. Just what I needed. :) I ordered the box of 12 because it wasn't much more than the 2-pack, and there's plenty of uses for these throughout the house and home office.

Pens work great and a great economical value to add!! Everyone should have gotten in on the deal!! Thanks, Amazon!!

EVERY SINGLE MARKER WAS DRIED OUT AND DEAD. COMPLETELY USELESS. DO NOT BUY AND IF YOU DO SAVE YOUR PACKAGING SO THAT YOU CAN SEND IT BACK

I have always liked sharpies and these are no exception. I ordered because of Amazon's great price at the time. The sharpies are in perfect working condition (not dry, or old).

I use Sharpies all the time. Fine point, extra fine, but the ultra fine are my favorite. If they didn't bleed through quite so much I would use them for everyday writing. I am an art teacher and Ultra Fine Sharpies are the only item in my room that receives daily use. They are great for drawing, lettering, outlining and just about everything! Amazon has by far the best price for them as well.