Zebra F-701

The F-701 is the EDC pen that launched a thousand forum recommendations. Stainless steel body, knurled grip, retractable click mechanism, and a 0.8mm fine tip — all for under $8. It's built like a tool, writes reliably, and survives being tossed in a bag or pocket day after day. The all-metal construction means it won't crack or flex, and it accepts aftermarket refill upgrades if you want to level up the ink.