Awesome Pen (Stabilo Point 88 Fineliner Pens)

Member Name: JJJJ

Product:	Stabilo Point 88 Fineliner Pens
Date:	10/03/09 (209 review reads)
Rating:

Advantages: Good Quality of Line, Long Lasting

Disadvantages: N/A

"The universal fineliner for school children to professionals"

As a constant doodler I go through pens very quickly (very apparent by the numerous discarded empty ones in the bin under my desk). At present, my favourite writing implement is the 'Stabilo 'point 88' fineliner' - designed for writing, drawing and sketching. Due to its precision tip (0.4mm) it is ideal for working with rulers and stencils.

In terms of its performance, the Stabilo Point 88 (marketed as 'Europe's number one fineliner') doesn't provide the smoothest writing experience, giving a rough feel when you use it. I actually like the generally graininess of the tip, which works well even when you apply a tiny amount of pressure to the paper - as a result, very fine lines can be created. These particular pens are water-based, which is handy as I do a fair bit of pen and ink sketching, and the ink reacts well to having a wash of water brushed over it.

Available in 25 different colours, the Point 88 features an ingenious hexagonal (rather than circular) design which means it is comfortable to hold and doesn't slip in your hand as you use it. They are long lasting, and I have previously used one everyday for a couple of months before it has run out.

Cost-wise, you can purchase the ten colour assorted pack from Amazon for only £2.85. Alternatively, (and the maths don't really add up with this one) the pack of three black pens retails at £3.86.

Due to its quality of line, comfort, and longevity, I highly recommend the Stabilo Point 88 Fineliner as an essential purchase for any artist who works with a pen based medium. It's also great as a general multi-purpose writing tool, which is suitable for a wide variety of writing needs.

Summary of Features
- - - - - - - - - - - - - -
-Available in 25 colors
-Hexagonal striped design
-Metal-enclosed tip for a long lifespan
-Suitable for use with rulers and stencils
-Long cap-off time
-Ventilated cap

Summary: Fine Tipped Pen