Options on a reasonably priced tactical pen?

[Beemer]

So after reading an article about the laws of Chicago I have decided to look into a tactical pen. Any advice on a decent one that is not going to set me back a fortune would be much appreciated.

 

[ghostdncr]

I like the Zebra. Cheap, light, writes great, economical enough to leave in the BG's neck...

And yes, I'm being serious.

Zebra® F-301 Stainless Steel Retractable Ballpoint Pens, Fine Point, Black, 2/Pack | Staples®

 

[kawtech87]

That is a really good question. Why the hell does a good tactical pen costs as much as a decent folding knife?

For example:

Gray Aluminum Benchmade Pen & Tactical Defense Tool w/ Blue Ink 1100-1 - Blade HQ $102.00

Benchmade Griptilian Manual Knife 551 (3.45" Satin Plain) - Blade HQ $93.50

Seems dumb to me I dont know.

But you might look into these:

Smith & Wesson Tactical Pen & Defense Tool (Black) SWPENBK - Blade HQ

Boker Plus Tactical Pen Kubaton (Black) 09BO090 - Blade HQ

Takedown DLX Tactical Defense Pen w/ Crown & Glow Insert (Gray) - Blade HQ

There are lots out there. These I found just by skimming Blade HQ real quick.

Might give Bradsknives and Knifelady here on INGO a try too.

 

[ghostdncr]

Like any other weapon you carry into Chicago, make sure it's cheap enough you can leave it there without batting an eye.

 

[cubby]

zebra 701. solid stainless steel. $5 at walmart.

 

[perminator]

The pen is truly mightier than the sword!
I really like my surefire pen although not the cheapest option.

 

[Beemer]

Which surefire pen do you carry?

 

[rhino]

A good ol' fine point Sharpie would serve well.

 

[Double T]

I got a little "tactical" kit at walmart. Had a kershaw brawler, tac pen, and a cheapo light.

The pen is rock solid, and the knife isn't too shabby. I paid 20 bucks.

 

[Sylvain]

I found out that a Parker Jotter stainless steel pain works great.
It's solid but doesn't scream "weapon" like some other "tactical pens".

It's also quite cheap and easy to find in stores.

 

[Nick4562]

dont spend too much money. You can get a good quality metal pen from walgreens or walmart or any store basically. will it be labeled "tactical" no, but it will get the job done and you can pick it up on your way home from work one day.

 

[Beemer]

That makes sense Nick4562.

 

[gunworks321]

So after reading an article about the laws of Chicago I have decided to look into a tactical pen. Any advice on a decent one that is not going to set me back a fortune would be much appreciated.

Kind of fond of my Tuff Writer $89.95. Doesn't meet this inexpensive test but it is a great pen. Will write at -30 degrees and Cartridge is sealed with a 100 yr shelf life.

 

[shootersix]

uzi tactcal pen
http://http://www.thinkgeek.com/product/eea4/?srp=1

 

[Pale Rider]

Another vote for a zebra and a sharpie. Also consider a solid flashlight, aside from striking capabilities, the light itself can be a big deterrent / defensive tool.

 

[Cam]

Kind of fond of my Tuff Writer $89.95. Doesn't meet this inexpensive test but it is a great pen. Will write at -30 degrees and Cartridge is sealed with a 100 yr shelf life.

I have three different Tuff Writer pens and a couple of CountyComms Embassy pens along with several Fisher Space Pens. I have a bit of a pen addiction so spending a little more, or a lot more, doesn't bother me. For me, I can tell where the extra money goes. There is a difference between the office supply store pens and a well made metal (some say tactical) pen. The weight and balance of many of these upper end "tactical" pens makes them great writers and in my world, that makes them worth the cost.

The other thing that draws me to these pens is the extra width that the office supply store pens don't have. I wear XL gloves and a thin pen makes my hands cramp up after a short while.

As you can see, using them as a weapon isn't what I buy them for, I happen to think they make great writing instruments!

 

[Erich]

I have to say that I'm impressed at the variety of low-profile and inexpensive tools being recommended by the good folks posting on this thread. I have a few of these inexpensive stainless Sharpies that I have been known to carry from time to time in NPEs.

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