Ridge Bolt Action Pen - CNC Machined Everyday Carry Pen Knurled Grip Pressurized Refill Manganese Spring Steel Clip

This pen is for the right handed like me. Full titanium body but with weight behind it which I love. When I first got it, I could feel the metal grinding a bit when using the bolt action and I could hear the spring inside as well. Nothing a little grease couldn't fix. I'm a bit surprised they didn't grease it out of the factory but now it's very smooth and awesome to fidget with. Now the big question. Does it write well? Well I'm no pen connoisseur by any means but the answer is yes. It feels smooth to write with and the ink is pretty dark. It does not leak (so far) or bleed into the paper. I do enjoy writing with it very much. When I have to use other pens, I notice when they feel scratchy so this pen may actually turn me into a snob, lol. It seems the harder I push into the paper while writing, the darker the ink. It feels just as smooth (if not a tiny bit smoother) as the space bullet pen by fisher but with bolder ink. It looks great and for big hands like mine the extra width gives a bit more comfort. The position of the clip is adjustable so I can put it on either side of the bolt unlike some other pens out there. I do wish the colors were a bit more vibrant, the blue is not as bold as it looks in the pictures but it's not bad. Is it worth $105? If it lasts 20 years I would say yes. I have not had to replace the ink cartridge so hopefully that won't be a headache later. Apparently it may accept Parker refills so if that's the case I think it will be a pen I'll use for years to come. This does feel like a premium pen in pretty much every way. Read more

Feels great in your hand and writes smooth. Read more

Ive used the pen for a month with moderate use. I replaced the ink cartridge with Parker brand and it's is much better. The pen is solidly built to last for a long time. There is a bit of wrist grip fatigue from long use so don't go over board writing. I really am happy purchasing at a deal of $55 which is most of pay for this kind of pen. But don't get at close to $100, that's a price I'd expect from a fancy fountain pen. Read more

Like the headline says it is a great shell of a pen. Like most of the review on her I have to agree the ink cartridge sucks!! BUT that is no reason to hate on the this pen. I bought the Titanium one because I was looking for a rock steady pen that will last for pretty much ever. The weight of the pen is hefty so it does not feel flimsy. The bolt action is so satisfying and great fidget toy when in deep thought. I personally do not write for hours and the weight might make it uncomfortable for that actually. I use it as a fidget toy that I drop near constantly and to draw out ideas on a legal pad and quick notes during meetings. For my level of uses it is perfect. Now back to the ONE draw back, the ink cartridge. Some people seem to be okay with it but I HATED it. It would not always write when I needed it to it would get patchy at times like stop giving ink mid letter I was writing. So why in the world did I still give this pen 5 stars you might ask? I bought a "forever" pen, the parts that are consumable (ink cartridge) do not matter to me. I just tossed the ink cartridge in put in one of the best ink cartridges I know of, a Fisher Space Pen refill. Now not only does the shell fit my needs perfectly and feels premium and it fits my favorite ink cartridge. Read more

Solid pen and worth the $$ Read more

Pen has a nice feel and look. For the price I was expecting better quality on the coloring. One day in my pocket and already wearing off. Also the ink cartridge does not write well. Its an easy fix but for $65 you shouldnt have too. Ridge dropped the ball on this one. Good design but they went cheap with materials and it shows. Not worth the price at all. Now I know why it comes with a nylon sleeve. skip the sleeve and use powder coating or atleast a primer on the metal before applying paint. Read more

The pen writes smooth & beautifully Read more

These pens are great. High quality, very cool deployment method. I carry these as a first responder as they are easy to find in a uniform full of gear and pockets. Although heavy for an every day pen, they are great for notes in the field. Materials-wise, this should last a lifetime. Read more