
“The average ballpoint will write around 45,000 words…”
Inkymemo
Every society has its iconic pen, almost inevitably a ballpoint. These are the pens you grab to write a quick note. In Australia it is a Bic Crystal, or for some the more sophisticated Parker Jotter. We know without thought how to use these pens, how they will feel in the hand, and exactly what writing experience they will give us. Besides, Bic pens are everywhere aren’t they? Well not in Sweden, where this is the most popular ballpoint daily drive. The Ballograf is made by a small company in Gothenburg, formed in 1945. Each year a team of around 35 employees produces over 4 million of these retractable pens. The Ballograf is a good option to stand out from the crowd, and writes exactly as you would expect. #ikeapen #letsmakelemonade