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Fisher Space Pen Bullet Pen - 400 Series - Matte Black w/ Clip - Gift Boxed

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Age Range (Description) Kid, Teen, Adult

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  • All brass & steel construction, variety of colors and finishes & tungsten carbide ballpoint tip
  • The 400 series bullet space pen is the original Fisher ball point pen & most popular Fisher pen sold
  • Each Fisher Space Pen is precision assembled, hand tested, and carries a lifetime guarantee against all manufacturing defects
  • Reliably performs in extreme temperatures (-30F to +250F), underwater, in zero gravity, at any angle
  • Precision assembled & hand-tested with a lifetime guarantee against all manufacturing defects
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Made in the USA with US and Globally Sourced Packaging and Materials!

When it comes to pens, if you’re anything like us you can’t settle with just any old plastic ballpoint. You expect and deserve more from your pens - much more. Our 30,000 square foot manufacturing facility is located in Boulder City, Nevada, where our products are both hand and machine tested, so you can write confidently with the knowledge that your Fisher Space Pen will never let you down!

The Fisher Bullet Pen

The original Bullet Space Pen was conceived in July of 1948 by Paul Fisher, who was soon machining a new pen design shaped from solid aluminum. This became our first Fisher ball point pen, the #400 Bullet Pen, and arguably the most popular pen of the twentieth century. This pen is now composed of all brass with a chrome finish. Often imitated but never duplicated, the Fisher Bullet Space Pen continues to be our most popular pen.

  • Writes in extreme temperatures from -30 F to +250 F
  • Writes underwater and over wet surfaces. Writes at any angle- even upside down.
  • Each Fisher Space Pen is precision assembled, hand tested, and carries a lifetime promise against all manufacturing defects
  • Cited as an outstanding example of industrial art, the classic design of the Fisher Bullet Pen has been exhibited for years in the New York Museum of Modern Art.
  • The Bullet's timeless styling has been the topic of many art books and magazine articles.

Facts and History of the Space Pens:

The story of the Space Pen really begins with its inventor, Paul C. Fisher. Before he took to making pens, Paul worked in an airplane propeller factory during World War II. It was there that he gained valuable experience with ball bearings, knowledge that would come in handy down the road for creating ballpoints. He later went on to invent the 'universal refill' ink cartridge, which in turn led him to create the first 'Anti-Gravity' pen, patented in 1966. Although it is a popular misconception that NASA invested millions of dollars developing an anti-gravity writing instrument, the fact of the matter is that Paul had been working on the design for years and had invested roughly $1 million dollars into the pens development . Truth be told, in the beginning Fisher didn’t even set out to create a pen specifically for the astronauts; he was simply looking to make a great pen that worked without leaking. In the end he had developed what he considered to be the perfect pen – a pen with ink that would not be exposed to air, rely on gravity, leak or dry up, and that wrote underwater and in extreme temperatures. His breakthrough happened to be perfectly timed with the space race and he offered the pens to NASA for consideration. Two years of testing later and the Space Pen was approved to accompany the Apollo 7 astronauts into space. Despite the old joke that the Russians solved their anti-gravity writing problem by using pencils, Russian cosmonauts actually began to carry Fisher Space Pens on their missions as well, at about the same time that NASA did.

Fishers Pressurized Cartridges:

The secret behind the unique capabilities of our pens lies in the ink cartridge itself. Our refills are hermetically sealed, pressurized with nitrogen gas, and feature a tungsten carbide ballpoint tip - the same extra hard metal that is used to make armor-piercing ammunition. No longer relying on gravity to write, our pens are able to function at any angle, even upside down! In order to prevent leaks from the gas pressure, our ink has to be thick, thixotropic to be exact. Fisher ink is actually more of a gel than a liquid when it is at rest, with a consistency similar to that of toothpaste. It is only when pressure is applied to the ballpoint that the ink will take on the spreadable properties of a liquid, while still retaining the stickiness needed to adhere to nearly any material.

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4.3
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Giftable
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Product Description

The original Bullet Space Pen was conceived in July of 1948. Paul Fisher was soon machining a new pen design shaped from solid aluminum. It became the first Fisher ball point pen, the #400 Bullet Pen, is arguably the most popular pen of the twentieth century. This pen is now all brass with a Matte black finish.When closed, the Bullet Space Pen is the perfect size to carry in your wallet, pocket, purse, car glove box, organizer or toolbox. When open it's a full sized, evenly balanced writing instrument. The patented ink cartridge was designed by Paul Fisher for NASA in the 1960's enabling it to write in temperatures from -30 to +250 degrees Fahrenheit, under water, in zero gravity, at any angle, even upside down. Includes removable clip.

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  • Customer reviews

    4.7 out of 5 stars
    4.7 out of 5
    7,493 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the quality, size and writing style of the pen. For example, they say it's well made, compact and fits perfectly in a jeans pocket. Customers are also impresseded with the appearance, saying it has an ingenious design and looks very cool. They mention that it'll fit in if your pocket. Overall, customers are happy with the portability of the product.

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    1,029 customers mention928 positive101 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the quality of the pen. They mention that it is well-made, reliable, and has held up extremely well. The brass is classy and has a nice heft to it. Customers also say that the ink will last a long time and that it never goes dead while writing upside down. Overall, customers find it to be a perfect pen for every day use.

    "...And yes, it works great upside down, on greasy paper (WD-40) and on wet paper (spilled water bottle)...." Read more

    "...I bought the matte black version and I'm very pleased. Feels solid, collapses to a great pocket size, and writes wonderfully...." Read more

    "Sturdy, writes everywhere anytime." Read more

    "...This pen however never goes dead on me while im writing "upside down"...." Read more

    725 customers mention632 positive93 negative

    Customers like the size of the pen. They mention it's compact when not in use, fits perfectly in a jeans pocket, and is much smaller than a regular pen. Some say that the small size feels good while writing and it never skips. Overall, most are satisfied with the portability and quality of the product.

    "...Portability: This pen defines portability...." Read more

    "...Once engaged, the medium point is huge. I feel like I'm writing with a marker. The fine point tips are ordered and on the way!..." Read more

    "...It writes from any angle. When closed, cap on, it is much smaller than a regular pen. Which I love because it fits very nicely in my jeans pocket...." Read more

    "...If you want a reliable pen that is small when closed, regular sized when open, writes smooth and consistently with no skips, is precisely machined,..." Read more

    692 customers mention626 positive66 negative

    Customers like the writing style of the pen. They mention that it writes extremely well, smooth, and consistently with no skips. They say it writes easily on every type of paper and that it's very easy to write with. The fine-ness on the pen head makes the writing look nicer, and the ink flows well. Customers also say that it shrinks to a pocketable size and is the most satisfying pen to write.

    "...The ballpoint: The pen writes better than most ballpoint pens but don't try to compare it to a Mont Blanc or something of that nature...." Read more

    "...Feels solid, collapses to a great pocket size, and writes wonderfully. Can't ask for much more...." Read more

    "Sturdy, writes everywhere anytime." Read more

    "I love this pen. It writes from any angle. When closed, cap on, it is much smaller than a regular pen...." Read more

    348 customers mention309 positive39 negative

    Customers like the appearance of the accessory. For example, they say it's sleek, has an ingenious design, and has a very cool stealth appearance. Customers also mention that the red color looks very cool, the brass is classy, and the matte finish looks and feels great. That said, some say it comes in a really cool looking gift box.

    "...smooth and consistently with no skips, is precisely machined, has good looks and comes with a clip..." Read more

    "...The weight feels very solid, and it looks very pleasing to the eye, both when capped and uncapped...." Read more

    "...a friend and was pleasantly surprised by the nice packaging and iconic sleek design...." Read more

    "...The brass is classy." Read more

    304 customers mention279 positive25 negative

    Customers find the space pen easy to carry around, pocketable, and comfortable to write with. They also appreciate the sleek design and the weight/balance of the pen. Overall, customers say it's a great product that can be used virtually anywhere.

    "...It's barely noticeable while carrying and changes to a full size pen when the cap is placed...." Read more

    "...Very sturdy and writes smoothly. Easily pocketable." Read more

    "...It is small, comfortable, easy to stow in a pocket, and durable. I opted for chrome this time (previous was red) and a clip...." Read more

    "...Overall, this is a must-have. It carries like it is not there, is usable virtually anywhere, and has the cool backstory of its NASA association...." Read more

    139 customers mention115 positive24 negative

    Customers like the comfort of the pen. They mention that it feels good in their hands, has great ergonomics, and balance. They also say it's very comfortable to carry during the day, has a nice weight/balance to it, and has laying down ink. Customers also say that it'll hold up to daily use.

    "...etched lines all the way up and down the barrels for a really good grip when writing...." Read more

    "...The pen feels real well made and is comfortable to hold. It also writes beautifully...." Read more

    "...It is small, comfortable, easy to stow in a pocket, and durable. I opted for chrome this time (previous was red) and a clip...." Read more

    "...The balance of the pen in my hand is comfortable...." Read more

    208 customers mention76 positive132 negative

    Customers have mixed opinions about the clip of the pen. Some say that it clips right in and keeps the pen from rolling around. However, others say that the clip comes off and is loose.

    "...There is some slight wear around the clip where the brass is showing through scratches in the paint, but I personally find that it adds character to..." Read more

    "...the pen everyday since March 16th (now April 8th) and the clip has never moved, doesn't feel like it's going to move nor does it feel like it's..." Read more

    "...The first one is the same chrome unit, but it has no clip and came in a blister pack...." Read more

    "...The clip is a little weak compared to the quality of the rest of the pen, but I've had it clipped to my jeans for months now and it hasn't broken yet..." Read more

    144 customers mention93 positive51 negative

    Customers are mixed about the value of the pen. Some mention that it's worth the price, while others say that it is too pricey to keep replacing.

    "...Price, versatility, and the ability to throw it in a pair of jeans and not worry about ink stains or stabbing my leg all point towards the Bullet." Read more

    "...Weight is slightly off-balanced towards the bottom. Refills are a bit expensive, they run you about $6 each...." Read more

    "...This pen is cheap yet made well. It's so small closed up you won't notice it in your pocket or purse...." Read more

    "...While it may seem a a bit pricey, it is so well worth it. I would definitely recommend adding this to your EDC." Read more

    Great EDC pen, versatile and portable
    5 Stars
    Great EDC pen, versatile and portable
    UPDATE 06/21: I've carried this pen everyday since March 16 (now June 21) and the clip has never moved, in the slightest. Five Star rating still stands.Perfect EDC (Every Day Carry) pen. At work I carry it in my trouser pocket, at play I carry it in my fifth pocket. It's barely noticeable while carrying and changes to a full size pen when the cap is placed. The pen is thin, like a traditional BIC pen, and the clip keeps it from rolling off desks.The infamous clip: I've carried the pen everyday since March 16th (now April 8th) and the clip has never moved, doesn't feel like it's going to move nor does it feel like it's going to snap/break. Maybe Fisher slides them on tighter than before during manufacturing, maybe I got lucky, maybe some others got unlucky, who knows. Remember, I use the clip daily. FYI, there are replacement clips available.The cap: There's some reviews that claim the cap is loose. I've tried violently shaking the pen holding just the cap (thinking forcing ketchup out of a bottle) in it's closed and open position and it didn't move. Either people don't know how to put the pen cap on properly or their rubber o-ring is damaged, compromising the seal it creates when the pen is closed. Here's a tip: when you take off or put on the cap, do it while twisting the cap. It's that much easier to take off the cap and it creates a better seal when closing it.The ballpoint: The pen writes better than most ballpoint pens but don't try to compare it to a Mont Blanc or something of that nature. I'll order one soon but many have said the fine point ink cartridge writes several steps above the medium ink cartridge, which ships with the pen.Writeability(?)/clogging: Some reviews mention clogging and skipping. I use the pen every day, several times a day and I've never come across this. When I use my pen for the first time in the morning, it gets right to writing without any delay. I think others have a faulty cartridge; I know someone who's contacted Fisher about this and was sent a replacement cartridge, free of charge. And yes, it works great upside down, on greasy paper (WD-40) and on wet paper (spilled water bottle). It even wrote on a white subway tile (kitchen back-splash).Portability: This pen defines portability. I saw a complaint about the pen not having a key ring; reviewer should have looked at the Fisher trekker Space Pen.TIP: Fisher warranties this pen much like Zippo warranties their lighters; if there is anything mechanically wrong with the pen, send it in and they will repair or replace it. The Fisher website has more details.I've included two pictures for size comparison.
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    Reviewed in the United States on April 8, 2016
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Great EDC pen, versatile and portable
    Reviewed in the United States on April 8, 2016
    UPDATE 06/21: I've carried this pen everyday since March 16 (now June 21) and the clip has never moved, in the slightest. Five Star rating still stands.

    Perfect EDC (Every Day Carry) pen. At work I carry it in my trouser pocket, at play I carry it in my fifth pocket. It's barely noticeable while carrying and changes to a full size pen when the cap is placed. The pen is thin, like a traditional BIC pen, and the clip keeps it from rolling off desks.

    The infamous clip: I've carried the pen everyday since March 16th (now April 8th) and the clip has never moved, doesn't feel like it's going to move nor does it feel like it's going to snap/break. Maybe Fisher slides them on tighter than before during manufacturing, maybe I got lucky, maybe some others got unlucky, who knows. Remember, I use the clip daily. FYI, there are replacement clips available.

    The cap: There's some reviews that claim the cap is loose. I've tried violently shaking the pen holding just the cap (thinking forcing ketchup out of a bottle) in it's closed and open position and it didn't move. Either people don't know how to put the pen cap on properly or their rubber o-ring is damaged, compromising the seal it creates when the pen is closed. Here's a tip: when you take off or put on the cap, do it while twisting the cap. It's that much easier to take off the cap and it creates a better seal when closing it.

    The ballpoint: The pen writes better than most ballpoint pens but don't try to compare it to a Mont Blanc or something of that nature. I'll order one soon but many have said the fine point ink cartridge writes several steps above the medium ink cartridge, which ships with the pen.

    Writeability(?)/clogging: Some reviews mention clogging and skipping. I use the pen every day, several times a day and I've never come across this. When I use my pen for the first time in the morning, it gets right to writing without any delay. I think others have a faulty cartridge; I know someone who's contacted Fisher about this and was sent a replacement cartridge, free of charge. And yes, it works great upside down, on greasy paper (WD-40) and on wet paper (spilled water bottle). It even wrote on a white subway tile (kitchen back-splash).

    Portability: This pen defines portability. I saw a complaint about the pen not having a key ring; reviewer should have looked at the Fisher trekker Space Pen.

    TIP: Fisher warranties this pen much like Zippo warranties their lighters; if there is anything mechanically wrong with the pen, send it in and they will repair or replace it. The Fisher website has more details.

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