Customer Reviews

Sharpie Stainless Steel Fine Point Permanent Marker (1747388)

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Sorry for the lack of photos, they can be found at my blog of similar name.

The Stainless Steel version of the Sharpie takes a product that we are all familiar with, and gives it a simple, yet major makeover. There was never anything wrong with how a Sharpie looked, in fact it was a nice simple design that was pretty timeless. The sturdy plastic construction, the color coded cap, and the plastic clip that allowed you to fasten the pen to whatever you needed to...what more could someone ask for in a permanent marker? Well the folks over at Sharpie decided to step it up a bit and give their classic marker a stainless steel cap and body, and the results couldn't have been better.

One of the first things that you notice about this Sharpie (besides the fact that its stainless steel) is the cool Sharpie logo that is laser etched into the barrel of the marker. This is one of the features of this item that really shows the attention to detail and quality that went into this Sharpie marker. You will also notice (in the next picture) that when you take out the refill cartridge, Sharpie decided to go with a metal threading to screw the cartridge into. I like this option because if they had used plastic and you stripped it, you would have just ruined your fancy new Sharpie Stainless Steel marker...by making the threads on the refill cartridge plastic, it pretty much eliminates that possibility.

Speaking of the refills, they are pretty basic and simple to put in. There really is not much to it, but I thought a picture was in order just to make sure we cover everything about the Stainless Steel Sharpie.

In the uncapped picture above, you can see that the only part of this pen which is not metal, is the plastic grip section of the refill cartridge. As with any other Sharpie, the grip section of the marker is pretty comfortable. The only noticeable differences between the Stainless Steel Sharpie and the regular Sharpie are that the grip section on the stainless steel version is more of a matte or flat finish compared to the glossy finish of a regular Sharpie, and it is also a little longer and thicker on the stainless version and comes to a tapered end towards the tip rather than a rounded end. Ive included a picture for comparison purposes below. Another thing to note is the clip, I know I've used the clip plenty on the regular Sharpie to attach it to sheets of paper and such, so no worries here, the metal clip functions just as well, but it probably wouldn't be a good idea to force too many sheets of paper or anything under the clip.

One thing that has not changed at all that I could notice, was the way that this Sharpie writes. Its identical to any other regular Sharpie I've ever used, but it feels funny to do a review of any writing implement without adding a writing sample. The silver ink you see in the writing sample there is a Sharpie too, its the metallic silver one, same one that I used to do my rendering of the Sharpie logo for the photo backgrounds.

If you are someone who finds themselves presenting in front of a group and writing on those big white flip charts, this is a marker that will really do a great job of adding just another small hint of stylish professionalism to your overall look, and it also makes for a nice pointing device. Weather you are gesturing with the Sharpie stainless in your hand, or actually writing up on an easel and flip chart with it, I think people will notice, but not be distracted by it as it is a very nice looking accessory for any professional.

If there was one improvement that I could make to this new Sharpie, it would be some way to indicate the color that it was, but without having to remove the cap. I am thinking something like a clear plastic window on the side along the length of the barrel would probably do the trick, although I'm sure that the folks over at Sharpie already have their own ideas on how to tackle that issue. More along the lines of "nice to have" suggestions rather than improvements, I think it would also be cool to see this marker in an all black stainless version, or any other color bodies.

In talking further with Sharpie's PR Manager, Susan Wassel, she did mention that "due to the response to the new black ink stainless steel sharpie, Sharpie hopes to expand with new colors, tips sizes and more." so hopefully we can look forward to additional versions of this great looking Sharpie!

I have the Stainless Steel Sharpie, and although I don't have many uses for a permanent marker on a regular basis, I use mine to label my food before I put it i the communal freezer at work.

The Stainless Steel Sharpie is slightly heavier than the regular Sharpie, not too much that it would make your hand hurt when using it for a long period of time, but enough to make it feel unique. I would say, 1.5 times a regular sharpie.

The tip is Fine Point, which actually writes more fine point than my regular red sharpie. I like lightness of writing with this pen, you want your sharpie to almost float above the page, to write with them, and not bleed into the paper - another reason you don't want it to be too heavy.

The Stainless Steel Sharpie has a brushed metal feel on the outside of it, giving it a nice feel and texture, and the sharpie name is etched into the barrel, giving it a sophisticated look, but also a place for my to put my thumb when holding the sharpie. :)

I read somewhere that Sharpie will be making different color refills to fit the Stainless Steel, I look forward to have other colors and not just black.

I only wish I were a movie star who was asked for autographs to use my sharpie, rather than labeling my food for the freezer.

I work in a restaurant and a sharpie is an invaluable tool to me. Anyone who works in a restaurant will know what I'm talking about. I use sharpies so much that I have one with me every waking hour of the day. I have always used them, and will only use Sharpies. When I heard they were making Stainless Steel Sharpies I had to have one. After using it every day for a month I can say that I love it. I will never go back to the plastic sharpie.

The only problem I had was that the pocket clip was pulled off. Not a problem for me since I knew a little J-B Weld (an epoxy/glue that bonds well with metal) would fix that problem right up. Now the clip is permanently attached and the marker is, indeed, indestructible. I was hard on the marker, and as I stated before, I use it many times a day. This might be why the clip broke.

Some have complained that the refillable ink cartridge doesn't stay screwed in. I have not had a problem with this. If you do have this problem I would suggest putting a thin layer of plumbers tape on the thread of the marker, but I don't know since I haven't had this problem.

I like the fact that the ink is refillable. The point seems a bit finer or sharper than the regular Sharpie. It also just seems to write better. This is not just a new flashy, shiny marker, it's actually a better marker.

It might be the look, it might be the feel of it, or it might be it's writing ability... but I love this marker. It's also nice to know that no one will mistake this sharpie for being theirs.

I would recommend this marker, and I would buy it again.

I've been using the stainless steel pen for a few weeks now and like how it writes. It's not something that I use for everyday things like taking notes, but it's nice for more special occasion writing like signing cards, writing labels, etc. I haven't noticed the unscrewing of the barrel that the other reviews mention, but maybe it's a difference in writing styles? One thing I do like is that it doesn't smear, which can be a big problem for lefthanders. All in all, it's a nice pen and I love its sleek look.

I do inspections with an aluminum clipboard and pens (only rollerballs and fountain pens - I'm a collector), but I also have to carry a Sharpie for making corrections on Hazardous Materials labels. This works ok, and the finish matches the metal clipboard, although I'd like to see an Industrial Sharpie Super Permanent Ink refill. Those are the Sharpies that have red text on the side of the marker. They are more chemical and UV resistant than the standard Sharpies (with the black text).

Even more so, I would like to see the Extra Fine version available as a refill. They have a plastic cone-shaped tip that doesn't mush down like the fibrous Fine point. I used to use those most of the time, but they aren't in the stores anymore, just online. Seems the stores only stock the Ultra Fine and the standard Fine Sharpies - both fibrous tipped.

This stainless model is a bit thicker than the standard plastic body. No big deal, but apparent. The cap is not as secure as the plastic counterpart when removed and placed on the butt of the pen while you are writing, so I sometimes leave it off and just write with the body of the marker.

When I stumbled across this product I bought immediately as I am a sucker for stainless steel/brushed aluminum products. Here are my impressions:

- Priced right
- Very lightweight (this may be a pro or con for some)
- Refillable Sharpie = perfection
- Great conversation piece. Everyone who sees it has to compliment it
- Mine STAYS screwed in. I haven't experienced what other reviewers did. And I use it everyday
- A tad thinner tip than a "normal" fine point Sharpie

If you are a writing instrument connoisseur you will certainly find many defects in this product. However, for us normal folks I think it is a great item at a great price. So far I can't find any flaws.

I opened the pen from it's packaging, pulled on the cap... and the bottom broke off.

I was very surprised because I ordered a few things on Amazon and the only thing that breaks is the stainless steel sharpie, which I would think should be durable. To the contrary, this pen is very cheaply made. The bottom steel casing of the pen is held to a plastic ring with a small amount of glue. On top of this, the cap is fitted much too tightly. End result: the fitting of the cap is stronger than the glue on the bottom, and the bottom of the pen comes off instead of the cap.

For anyone who wants to fix their pen this is how:
-Take a sharp knife and whittle down the tip of the pen right next to the felt point (the ridge here is where the tip attaches to the cap). This will make the cap come off easier.
-Fill the bottom tube with Gorilla glue or any thick hobby glue, to the point where the inside of the shaft will join with the ink cartridge via the glue.

It's ironic how the standard plastic Sharpie is MUCH more well made and durable than this stainless steel Sharpie, which is really a junk product.

Stainless steel casing all held together by glue and a small, cheap plastic ring painted to look like metal.

I bought two of these markers and I honestly am on the fence if its good design or not. The function is no different to normal sharpies so there is only the aesthetics. The weight is really not noticeable because the casing is thin, the sharpie logo is one of the parts that annoys me really because the contrast doesn't make it look pleasing. If the ring connecting the lid to the body was black or some other dark tone then it would look better. The other part that annoys me is the cap when rotating slightly scratches the plastic refill, you won't see marks but as you do it you will notice the feel of the steel scratching the plastic.
Considering the price you can't really expect much

I bought this Sharpie for my sister for Christmas. She opened it on the spot, and I was really impressed with the construction and heft of the pen. It's an old favorite dressed up for more elegant occasions than the studio or workshop. Highly recommended.

The look, the heft, the texture of this pen are all great, but the cap is poorly designed. It is much harder to remove than a conventional Sharpie, which is a big drawback. The difficult uncapping makes this a bad choice for frequent use, especially since you really should keep this type of pen capped between uses.