Parker® Jotter Ballpoint Retractable Pen, Medium, Black, Stainless Steel Barrel, Each

Prefer the Jotter w/ Colored Barrel

I have used the Jotter with a colored barrel for decades. It was my favorite, go to pen. I was dazzled by the shiny stainless for a few dollars more and it was a...Read complete review

I have used the Jotter with a colored barrel for decades. It was my favorite, go to pen. I was dazzled by the shiny stainless for a few dollars more and it was a mistake. I have to agree with Dipwadicus the jotter with the colored barrel is less expensive and a better design. The primary reason is that the sleekness makes it difficult to grip without using a death grip on the barrel or wearing latex gloves.

I have to also agree with a comment made by someone reviewing the refills. I noticed and compared my handwriting with the new pen and my old jotter. My old pen had more deliberate, clear letters rather than slipping so my writing was intentional and neater. I looked at where they each were made and found that those made in USA or England are better than those made in France or China. Unfortunately when you look at the refill package, where it is made is on the back of the refill, not the package and you can't see it until you open it.

I can only recommend the jotter with the colored barrel to my friends not the stainless pen.