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Zebra F-402 Retractable Ballpoint Pen, Fine Point, 0.7mm, Black Ink (ZEB29210)~#|#~sp151517603_sc7
Item: 817958
Model: ZEB29210
Price is $10.29
Price per unit $10.29/Pen
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Pentel R.S.V.P.® RT Retractable Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, Assorted Ink, 8/Pack (BK93CRBP8M)~#|#~s0526549_sc7
Item: 912542
Model: BK93CRBP8M
Price is $8.09
Unit of measure 8/Pack Price per unit $1.01/Pen
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Staples Retractable Ballpoint Pens, Medium Point, Red Ink, Dozen (50792)~#|#~C82ED92F-60DC-4618-BF6DAFB54C5FC73C_sc7Staples Retractable Ballpoint Pens, Medium Point, Red Ink, Dozen (50792)~#|#~84DEC258-AF7E-4340-91A40A25E9DFAF06_sc7
Item: 2498019
Model: 50792-CC
Price is $10.29
Unit of measure Dozen Price per unit $0.86/Pen
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Zebra Stylus Ballpoint Pen, Fine Point, 0.7mm, Black Ink (33161)~#|#~s0805018_sc7Zebra Stylus Ballpoint Pen, Fine Point, 0.7mm, Black Ink (33161)~#|#~m007007014_sc7
Item: 100619
Model: 33161
Price is $14.19
Price per unit $14.19/Pen
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BIC Glide Exact Retractable Ballpoint Pen, Fine Point, Blue Ink, Dozen (VCGN11BE)~#|#~D9741513-768F-4ECE-82D658D8A80714CA_sc7BIC Glide Exact Retractable Ballpoint Pen, Fine Point, Blue Ink, Dozen (VCGN11BE)~#|#~s1206158_sc7
Item: 1148387
Model: VCGN11-BLU
Price is $16.29
Unit of measure Dozen Price per unit $1.36/Pen
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BIC Clic Stic Retractable Ballpoint Pens, Medium Point, Blue Ink, Dozen (90431/CSM11BL)~#|#~10951D82-1F37-4D01-96556BAED563A587_sc7BIC Clic Stic Retractable Ballpoint Pens, Medium Point, Blue Ink, Dozen (90431/CSM11BL)~#|#~96D1660C-AA5B-47B1-955950101B819DA9_sc7
Item: 202010
Model: CSM11-BLU
Price is $7.99
Unit of measure Dozen Price per unit $0.67/Pen
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BIC Soft Feel Retractable Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, 1.0mm, Assorted Ink, 18/Pack (SCSMAP18-AST)~#|#~AC5017B5-9C04-4B5E-93C9753C24D911BA_sc7BIC Soft Feel Retractable Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, 1.0mm, Assorted Ink, 18/Pack (SCSMAP18-AST)~#|#~0236AAC8-2032-4FC9-A169139FD0F21D1C_sc7
BIC Soft Feel Retractable Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, 1.0mm, Assorted Ink, 18/Pack (SCSMAP18-AST) is In-store only
16% off of BIC Soft Feel Retractable Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, 1.0mm, Assorted Ink, 18/Pack (SCSMAP18-AST)
Item: 24630365
Model: SCSMAP18-AST
Price is $9.99, Regular price was $11.99, You save 16%
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Paper Mate Profile Retractable Ballpoint Pen, Bold Point, Assorted Ink, 4/Pack (89473)~#|#~sp174873434_sc7Paper Mate Profile Retractable Ballpoint Pen, Bold Point, Assorted Ink, 4/Pack (89473)~#|#~34809377-DB5C-48E3-844297378B935184_sc7
Item: 615724
Model: 1938165
Price is $5.79
Unit of measure 4/Pack Price per unit $1.45/Pen
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Pilot Better Retractable Ballpoint Pens, Medium Point, Blue Ink, Dozen (30006)~#|#~sp40286004_sc7Pilot Better Retractable Ballpoint Pens, Medium Point, Blue Ink, Dozen (30006)~#|#~sp40286006_sc7
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Item: 379121
Model: 30006
Price is $13.99, Regular price was $20.39, You save 31%
Unit of measure Dozen Price per unit $1.17/Pen
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BIC Color Cues Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, Assorted Ink, 60/Pack (WMSUA60-AST)~#|#~C97363E1-E7BC-4440-A224D527E163C608_sc7BIC Color Cues Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, Assorted Ink, 60/Pack (WMSUA60-AST)~#|#~40BBCDD7-0C6B-42B8-A902AB4226CBC124_sc7
Item: 24586549
Model: WMSUA60-AST
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Price is $18.39
Unit of measure 60/Box
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Zebra Z-Grip Retractable Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, 1.0mm, Black Ink, 96/Pack (22196)~#|#~7A0143CE-C7E8-44E3-9D3DB03B3456F045_sc7Zebra Z-Grip Retractable Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, 1.0mm, Black Ink, 96/Pack (22196)~#|#~EBAD738F-3E0F-4E2B-AD3A25666A793FE6_sc7
Item: 24590002
Model: 22196
Price is $43.39
Unit of measure 96/Box Price per unit $0.45/Pen
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BIC Round Stic Grip Xtra Comfort Ballpoint Pens, Medium Point, Black Ink, 36 Pack (GSMG361BLK)~#|#~34F3EDC3-66AC-4739-935CB417D1C5C490_sc7BIC Round Stic Grip Xtra Comfort Ballpoint Pens, Medium Point, Black Ink, 36 Pack (GSMG361BLK)~#|#~s1224453_sc7
Item: 1534965
Model: GSMG361-BLK
Price is $14.39
Unit of measure 36/Pack Price per unit $0.40/Pen
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Paper Mate Profile Retractable Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, Blue Ink, Dozen (2095462)~#|#~1B160134-A9FC-41C7-805184E4079A0F9A_sc7Paper Mate Profile Retractable Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, Blue Ink, Dozen (2095462)~#|#~42602E33-56EA-495A-92781E025312A5FB_sc7
Item: 24428122
Model: 2095462
Price is $16.99
Unit of measure Dozen Price per unit $1.42/Pen
Delivery by Fri, Aug 22
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BIC Glide Exact Retractable Ballpoint Pen, Fine Point, 0.7mm, Black Ink, 3/Pack (VCGNP31DC-BLK)~#|#~3CEB9561-4688-457D-9CB9FACBFE789F73_sc7BIC Glide Exact Retractable Ballpoint Pen, Fine Point, 0.7mm, Black Ink, 3/Pack (VCGNP31DC-BLK)~#|#~C9B2D77D-D55E-47C2-AAAA41847F122805_sc7
BIC Glide Exact Retractable Ballpoint Pen, Fine Point, 0.7mm, Black Ink, 3/Pack (VCGNP31DC-BLK) is In-store only
Item: 220817
Model: VCGNP31-BLK
Price is $5.29
Unit of measure 3/Pack Price per unit $1.76/Pen
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Parker Jotter Retractable Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, Blue Ink (1953205)~#|#~sp165573612_sc7
Item: 24525657
Model: 1953205
Price is $19.99
Price per unit $19.99/Pen
Delivery by Thu, Aug 28
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Pilot Acroball Colors Advanced Ink Retractable Ballpoint Pens, Medium Point, Blue Ink, Dozen (31811)~#|#~sp40797688_sc7Pilot Acroball Colors Advanced Ink Retractable Ballpoint Pens, Medium Point, Blue Ink, Dozen (31811)~#|#~sp40797690_sc7
Item: 221101
Model: 31811
Price is $18.79
Unit of measure Dozen Price per unit $1.57/Pen
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Zebra F-301 Retractable Ballpoint Pen, Bold Point, 1.6mm, Black Ink, 2 Pack (27312)~#|#~sp115832897_sc7Zebra F-301 Retractable Ballpoint Pen, Bold Point, 1.6mm, Black Ink, 2 Pack (27312)~#|#~m007007005_sc7
Item: 892149
Model: 27312
Price is $6.36
Unit of measure 2/Pack Price per unit $3.18/Pen
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Schneider Slider Memo XB Ballpoint Pen, Extra Bold Point, Violet Ink, 10/Box (PSY150208)~#|#~EE5D26E3-E1E9-403A-BAF8EBC3441D91BD_sc7Schneider Slider Memo XB Ballpoint Pen, Extra Bold Point, Violet Ink, 10/Box (PSY150208)~#|#~sp64730536_sc7
Item: 24424245
Model: PSY150208
Price is $40.49
Unit of measure 10/Box
Free delivery by Wed, Aug 27
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BIC Round Stic Xtra Life Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, 1.0mm, Black Ink, 500/Pack (GSM500E-BLK)~#|#~D8997E93-CA6D-4486-8A91EF5F763C3DBF_sc7BIC Round Stic Xtra Life Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, 1.0mm, Black Ink, 500/Pack (GSM500E-BLK)~#|#~FA0E4292-1365-4692-8EE31895A0970A38_sc7
Item: 24552272
Model: GSM500E-BLK
Price is $68.29
Unit of measure 500/Pack Price per unit $0.14/Pen
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Waterman Hémisphère Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, Blue Ink (S0920470)~#|#~F75C5B52-CCA1-4BB8-B12C40A1A72F4752_sc7Waterman Hémisphère Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, Blue Ink (S0920470)~#|#~575CFD0E-2C8E-4FAE-AF39B82CFA74F16F_sc7
Item: 24629687
Model: S0920470
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Price is $89.99
Free delivery by Fri, Aug 22
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Paper Mate Write Bros. Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, Red Ink, 1 Dozen (3321131)~#|#~sp84809875_sc7Paper Mate Write Bros. Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, Red Ink, 1 Dozen (3321131)~#|#~sp84809874_sc7
Item: 127837
Model: 3321131/C
Price is $6.19
Unit of measure Dozen Price per unit $0.52/Pen
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Parker Quinkflow Ballpoint Pen Refill, Black Ink, 10/Pack (2119153)~#|#~4F7D872F-4558-4BC5-B74245EDDF4D07B4_sc7Parker Quinkflow Ballpoint Pen Refill, Black Ink, 10/Pack (2119153)~#|#~B011984C-5AAD-4648-896B6361B6071175_sc7
Item: 24629731
Model: 2119153
Price is $27.39
Delivery by Fri, Aug 22
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BIC BU3 Retractable Ballpoint Pens, Medium Point (1.0mm), Black, Dozen (BU311BLK)~#|#~E38AD78E-A83B-4D08-967E737221817AB2_sc7BIC BU3 Retractable Ballpoint Pens, Medium Point (1.0mm), Black, Dozen (BU311BLK)~#|#~24A718E8-83AA-474A-B14418900702D62A_sc7
Item: 343116
Model: BU311-BLK
Price is $8.29
Unit of measure Dozen Price per unit $0.69/Pen
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BIC Round Stic Xtra Life Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, 1.0mm, Black Ink, 144/Pack (GSM144AZ-BLK)~#|#~8D4B3D90-F83C-4F2B-994AFA00F32F85D2_sc7BIC Round Stic Xtra Life Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, 1.0mm, Black Ink, 144/Pack (GSM144AZ-BLK)~#|#~5F10D748-2577-42CF-A16CA92D8CAF14B6_sc7
Item: 24532238
Model: GSM144AZ-BLK
Price is $25.29
Unit of measure 144/Pack Price per unit $0.18/Pen
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Paper Mate FlexGrip Ultra Retractable Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, Blue Ink, 12/Pack (9510131)~#|#~sp41816648_sc7Paper Mate FlexGrip Ultra Retractable Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, Blue Ink, 12/Pack (9510131)~#|#~sp114502060_sc7
Item: 817284
Model: 9510131
Price is $19.09
Unit of measure Dozen Price per unit $1.59/Pen
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BIC 4 Color Retractable Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, 1.0mm, Assorted Ink, Dozen (MMAP3-AST)~#|#~F031AB81-8B27-4855-9E3731EFFE814CB8_sc7BIC 4 Color Retractable Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, 1.0mm, Assorted Ink, Dozen (MMAP3-AST)~#|#~68A652E4-582C-48B6-BC53997372F38F9C_sc7
15% off of BIC 4 Color Retractable Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, 1.0mm, Assorted Ink, Dozen (MMAP3-AST)
Item: 24625634
Model: MMA11-AST
Price is $25.99, Regular price was $30.69, You save 15%
Unit of measure 12/Box
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Zebra Z-Grip Retractable Ballpoint Pens, Fine Point, 0.7mm, Black Ink, Dozen (23910)~#|#~sp151517682_sc7Zebra Z-Grip Retractable Ballpoint Pens, Fine Point, 0.7mm, Black Ink, Dozen (23910)~#|#~sp138574142_sc7
Item: 24502331
Model: 23910
Price is $13.79
Unit of measure Dozen Price per unit $1.15/Pen
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Zebra Z-Grip Max Retractable Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, 1.0mm, Red Ink, Dozen (22430)~#|#~sp67864803_sc7Zebra Z-Grip Max Retractable Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, 1.0mm, Red Ink, Dozen (22430)~#|#~sp67864802_sc7
Item: 651816
Model: 22430
Price is $15.89
Unit of measure Dozen Price per unit $1.32/Pen
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Zebra Z-Grip Retractable Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, 1.0mm, Assorted Ink, 24 Pack (12224)~#|#~sp40303382_sc7Zebra Z-Grip Retractable Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, 1.0mm, Assorted Ink, 24 Pack (12224)~#|#~4E940E2A-EEA9-48C2-9EC3CBD702F392D8_sc7
Item: 678448
Model: 12224
Price is $17.59
Unit of measure 24/Pack Price per unit $0.73/Pen
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Monteverde One Touch Ballpoint Pen with Front Stylus, Assorted Colors, 12 pack (MV36170)~#|#~m003101913_sc7Monteverde One Touch Ballpoint Pen with Front Stylus, Assorted Colors, 12 pack (MV36170)~#|#~m003101912_sc7
Item: 1928436
Model: MV36170
Price is $23.39
Unit of measure 12/Box Price per unit $1.95/Pen
Delivery by Tue, Sep 02
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Zebra Z-Grip Flight Retractable Ballpoint Pen, Bold Point, 1.2mm, Black Ink, Dozen (21910)~#|#~sp40286429_sc7Zebra Z-Grip Flight Retractable Ballpoint Pen, Bold Point, 1.2mm, Black Ink, Dozen (21910)~#|#~sp40286430_sc7
Item: 938372
Model: 21910
Price is $16.29
Unit of measure Dozen Price per unit $1.36/Pen
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Paper Mate Write Bros. Ballpoint Pen, Fine Point, Red Ink, Dozen (3371131)~#|#~s1201852_sc7Paper Mate Write Bros. Ballpoint Pen, Fine Point, Red Ink, Dozen (3371131)~#|#~s1201845_sc7
Item: 508341
Model: 3371131/2124517
Price is $6.49
Unit of measure Dozen Price per unit $0.54/Pen
Delivery by Tue, Aug 26
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Staples Postscript Retractable Ballpoint Pens, Fine Point, Blue Ink, Dozen (18266)~#|#~7A0816F6-3373-4100-B70696942442B084_sc7Staples Postscript Retractable Ballpoint Pens, Fine Point, Blue Ink, Dozen (18266)~#|#~87A3C83D-6191-4289-9A87C6352323DDE4_sc7
Item: 808009
Model: 18266-CC
Price is $12.39
Unit of measure Dozen Price per unit $1.03/Pen
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Pilot Acroball Colors Ballpoint Pens, Medium Point, Assorted Inks, 5/Pack (31808)~#|#~s0818967_sc7Pilot Acroball Colors Ballpoint Pens, Medium Point, Assorted Inks, 5/Pack (31808)~#|#~s0818968_sc7
Item: 106524
Model: 31808
Price is $14.79
Unit of measure 5/Pack Price per unit $2.96/Pen
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Zebra F-402 Retractable Ballpoint Pen, Fine Point, 0.7mm, Black Ink, 2 Pack (29212)~#|#~sp151517601_sc7Zebra F-402 Retractable Ballpoint Pen, Fine Point, 0.7mm, Black Ink, 2 Pack (29212)~#|#~sp40303446_sc7
Item: 810572
Model: 29212
Price is $17.29
Unit of measure 2/Pack Price per unit $8.64/Pen
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Ballpoint pens are a must for schools, offices and just about any kind of workplace. This is where you'll find a great selection of ballpoint pens in either capped or retractable designs, and you can choose the quantities you need--from a single one to a bulk order of dozens.

Ballpoint Pens Are Versatile

Think about all the times you've used a ballpoint pen and how many different ways you've used it. Memos, sticky notes, reminders to yourself, filling out forms, grading papers, the list goes on and on. They're neat and convenient, and students will find the Easy Glide design especially handy when they have to do a lot of work with a ballpoint pen.

The Right Pen For The Right Job

A medium point tip can draw a line that's about 1 mm wide, making it a good choice for most tasks where there's a lot of writing or drawing to be done. A fine point ballpoint pen has about a 0.7 mm line for finer work and legible handwriting, while a wide point can produce a bold 1.6 mm line, making it a good choice for official documents. The smart move is to have a variety of different styles and assorted colors of ballpoint pens on hand.

Choose from A Variety Of Colors

You don't have to stick with plain, boring blue or black ballpoint pens. At Staples, you'll find a selection of colors like magenta, lime, orange, turquoise and many more. Shop red ballpoint pens if you have editing or grading to do. You'll also find pens from top brands like Bic, Pentel, Paper Mate, Pilot and others, in designs that are comfortable for long writing sessions and with ink reservoirs that can last for months of use.


FAQ

Are ballpoint pens erasable?

Most ballpoint pens are not erasable because they use oil-based ink that adheres permanently to paper. However, there are some pen brands that offer erasable ballpoint pens, which have a special type of ink that can be erased with friction or heat.

Can ballpoint pens dry out?

Yes, ballpoint pens can dry out if the ink is exposed to air for too long. This can happen if the pen is left uncapped or the ink is low and the ball at the tip is not fully covered by the ink. To prevent this, make sure to cap your pens after use.

Why do ballpoint pens stop working?

Ballpoint pens may stop working for several reasons. Ink can dry at the tip, blocking the flow, or the ball at the tip can get jammed. Sometimes, when the ink is low or the pen has been dropped, it may cause disruptions in ink flow. Scribbling on a scrap piece of paper can help get the ink flowing again.

Can ball point pens be used on airplanes?

Yes, ball point pens can generally be used on airplanes. They are designed to withstand changes in pressure, which makes them reliable when you are flying. Unlike fountain pens, they are less likely to leak due to the pressure changes experienced during a flight.