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.