I've managed to hold on to the same Zebra F-301 ballpoint for twenty years. I've refilled it dozens of times and it still goes strong and is still good looking in a techie kind of way, which proves it's a classic.

I'd buy another one, but why? I've had the same one forever.

I've been using the Zebra F-301 exclusively for about the last fifteen years. I prefer the textured plastic grip to the rubber grip of the F-402. I've tried the various colors available (they come in black, blue, burgundy, and green), but prefer the black. I find it to be a perfect pen for writing or drawing, because it has a very even ink flow - no globs! As a lefty, I always had problems with pens leaving ink globs that would then get smeared as I continued to write - not a problem with the Zebra F-301. As for other people "borrowing" the Zebra F-301 and "forgetting" to give it back? Not a problem for me. My coworkers know they'd better not even think about touching my F-301. Also, I have left an empty F-301 lying around while I'm not there, so if anyone tried to use it, it wouldn't work. Then, when I'm there with my REAL F-301, people might see it lying around, but will avoid it out of habit, assuming it to be empty. Also, if anyone does ever borrow it, I don't let them out of my sight. And I stare at it in their hand until it is safely returned to me. I have considered getting the F-301 Compact, because it apparently comes equipped to wear on a lanyard. On the plus side, that would seem to pretty much eliminate borrowing altogether, but on the other hand, I just don't know if I want to go there...?

Stylish, durable, solid, nice fine line, great grip which offers excellent control- Zebra is amazing! This baby's a classic!

I love the way this pen writes. Smooth ink, no blobs, and only minimal skipping.

I also like the sturdy construction. It wasn't maybe as heavy as I was expecting, but it still feels like it would hold up to some pretty substantial wear-and-tear.

However... I found it was just a bit too short for me to use comfortably. For reference, I am a man with medium-sized hands, so for those with smaller hands, this may be a non-issue. The other drawback is the plastic "grip" section, which for me, did very little in the way of actually helping me get a grip; the ridged plastic on this pen somehow managed to feel more slippery than the smooth plastic of a Bic Cristal.

Overall, it's a good pen, but not great. I'll probably use it until it runs out, but I won't be rushing out to purchase any refills for it, and I don't think I'd buy it again.

I like this pen. It is nice and smooth. This is great for when you want a slim pen that still has a good grip.

Writes terrific with an easy touch and clear line. Just an excellent ball point.

Light weight, reliable.

Like a lot of folks, I’ve had my zebras for upwards of 20 years now. I acquired mine in gradeschool, they’re cheap enough to hand to a kid but so sturdy that the only degradation mine have experienced in all these years is the logo paint scratching off.

I also want to add for the other artist types out there: the F-series zebra ink is both water fast when fully dry but also lightfast and acid free. Sketchbooks and notebooks from school remain unyellowed (at least, where the paper was decent). And with the feather-light linework you can achieve with these pens, they do make a great artist supply.

just what I wanted. Thank You Guys

Bought these as a thank you gift for my friend. She loves Zebra pens and now, so do I!