Mark One

There is no better pen than the Mark One. Except maybe owning a second Mark One.

This is hands down the best writing experience you will ever have. The weight balance—perfect. Build tolerances—precise. Design appeal—zero excess. That CLICK… absolute butter. Seriously. Just watch it on YouTube. I promise it’s even better in person.

The Mark One is exactly everything you need in a writing instrument. It writes smoothly, and the heft keeps you from pressing too hard. Mark One is meant to be used. And if it matters to you, this pen will catch your coworker’s eye. Its unique simplicity is so natural that it is mesmerizing to behold.

Now imagine writing with it…

You will not regret seeing your brand new Mark One arrive at your doorstep. Just be sure to catch the moment on camera, because no others will compare the second you hold this pen in hand.

The Mark One will ruin your appetite for anything besides a Studio Neat-designed pen. And in case you’re wondering, their other products are just as high quality. Studio Neat knows what they’re doing.

And your new Mark One is waiting for you…

Simply add to cart, then full send.

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Some of you skeptics may be wondering why all the praise. It’s only a pen, right?

Wrong.

Spend a decade purchasing every titanium Kickstarter EDC pen, spending way too much on the big brand writing instruments, relenting and going back to basic ballpoints, rollerballs, and gel pens, only to feel left wanting, then your views might change.

Fountain pens are fun… for a while. But if your work or lifestyle demands you write a lot, refilling the ink every few days can get exhausting. And messy. They’re buttery smooth, to be sure, but they’re also high maintenance.

As for the others, looks can be deceiving. That titanium EDC may have a glossy shine, but the pen nib wiggles in the barrel, and the ink smears everywhere. Sometimes, the barrel is too long, and other times, it is too short. The CNC machine grip is visually appealing but functionally appalling. The idea sparkles, but the product rarely exceeds the hype.

And don’t get me wrong, some classics are classics for a reason. However, plastic molding lacks the heft and form that exudes quality. Many break prematurely. Others require a firm press to get ink on paper, which is fine for a moment. But for those writing for hours, hand cramps are a real thing. And the lightweight plastic pens are fantastic at providing them.

The Studio Neat Mark One resolves all these concerns. It writes easily, feels great in the hand, looks good, and that CLICK… it just doesn’t get any better. The overall quality is obvious.

Talk to the Studio Neat team if you have concerns about it. They don’t lie about their warranty. I chipped a limited edition, and they resolved my concerns immediately without hesitation.

As you can obviously tell, I’m a big fan. I waited years before purchasing my first Mark One because I was sick of overspending on low-quality products and worried my shiny object syndrome was getting the better of me. But in this case, what you see is really what you get.

The Mark One by Studio Neat is minimalist perfection. It is high quality, and their other products are no different.

If you’re an avid writer who appreciates quality, the Studio Neat Mark One is for you.

Full disclosure: I own the steel version of the Mark One. I cannot speak for the aluminum build, but given my experience with this, I imagine the quality is no different. I also own the Cosmonaut, as well as several of the Totebooks. I also have the walnut version of the Pen Tray. I’ve been using their products for about 18 months, and genuinely have no regrets with any of my purchases. And no, Studio Neat did not pay me to write this review. I’m just happy with their products and appreciate how they do business. They deserve the raving review. Enough said!

I recently purchased the new Orange Mark One with clip. I couldn’t be happier with this pen. I love the mark one in general and with the addition of a clip it’s an added feature that I really like. It’s a solid EDC pen. It has, in my opinion, the best refill. It writes like a dream!

Love the color orange—came out so good! And the clip is perfect. I’d added aftermarket to my other Mark Ones, but this is the best version yet.

Mark One

Bought this as a gift for a friend who is very particular about pens. He loves it (totally worth the splurge)!