Uni-ball Signo DX

Uni-ball Signo DX

I am not a big fan of capped pens, but the DX just writes so well I can't seem to part with it.  I bought one after reading a review off Pen Addict (one of my top 5 blogs).  Liking a very fine line, I went with the 0.38 mm in black to start.  Since I've got a hand-full of colors and have tired out the 0.28 mm but, have found some ink "flow" inconsistencies.

Data:

Shipping Weight:	0.30 mm
Body Color:	Clear
Body Material	Plastic
Clipable:	Yes
Diameter - Grip:	10.3 mm
Diameter - Max:	10.3 mm
Grip Color:	Black
Grip Material:	Rubber
Ink Characteristics:	Waterproof
Length - Capped:	13.8 mm
Length - Posted:	15.3 mm
Length - Uncapped:	13.1 mm
Mechanism:	Capped
Tip Length:	4.4 mm
Tip Size:	0.38 mm

 
The pen rests in my hand quite comfortably.  The grip is unobtrusive and after some time of writing blends into my hand.  It is dimpled giving it a subtle texture and is not of a spongy rubber but hugs the pen tight.

The pen comes in a whole assortment of colors and tip sizes...
a link to the infamous JetPens will allow you to view the splendor...I trend towards the earthy colors but, the Lavender - Black is my absolute favorite.  It is dark enough to use at work but, the purple keeps it an individual.  I'm quirky like that.

The only think I would change about the way the pen is set up is to extend the grip down that last 1/4 inch or so to meet up with the metal tip.  

Overall, this pen goes with me everyday to work in all the colors above.  I would recommend it to anyone and the fact that it comes in a 0.5 mm is great for those who prefer a little thicker (normal) pen line.  I use it religiously in my Chronodex, a creation of Mr. Patrick Ng.  This is also my go to pen when I can not or will not carry my Lamy Safari.  

A picture of my Chronodex...here

Uni-ball Signo 207

Uni-ball Signo 207 (0.38mm)

Data:

Shipping Weight:                          0.35 oz

Body Color:                                  Black

Body Material:                             Plastic

Clippable:                                    Yes

Diameter - Grip:                          11.4 mm

Diameter - Max:                          11.5 mm

Grip Color:                               Black

Grip Material:                              Rubber

Ink Characteristics:                     Water-Resistant, Archival Quality

Length - Extended / Retracted:   14.2 cm / 14.0 cm

Mechanism:                                 Retractable

Tip Length:                                  4.5 mm

Tip Size:                                       0.38 mm

I have no idea when or where I first started to use this pen.  I was a few years back and was only a 0.7 mm tip size which is why it never stuck.  I prefer the finer line of a 0.38 mm pen.  That being said I came across Uni-ball’s Ultra Micro version of the 207 in my pen stash and started to use it at work…I ended up liking it better than the tried and true Pilot G-2. 

It was the ink and smoothness of writing that turned the tide.  I’ve had issues with the G-2’s consistency when writing.  The 0.38 mm pens sometimes have issues with maintaining a solid when writing.  The 207 has never skipped a beat.  The lines are consistent, there is no worry about the pen not working and it is a solid disposable pen.

I have written for a few hours without fatigue and prefer the rubber “nubs” to other similar pens and though i’m not much of a conformist in life i do prefer the unique grip Uni-ball has on their 207’s.  The picture below shows the nubs give way to a smooth peak that allows the writer’s index finger to rest upon.  For some reason I thought I’d hate this aspect of the pen but, after some use have come to really prefer it.

Extended the pen looks as if it could be used as a weapon as sharp a point as it has yet, writes without the scratchiness of some micro-tipped pens.

The pen looks a bit more professional with the smokey barrel even though it is made of plastic.  The clip is secure, sometimes a bit too secure.  I’ve had difficulty clipping the 207’s onto my shirts at times though I’d rather it be snug than lose a pen.  

If Uni-ball ever starts producing these with their violet-black ink that is used in the Signo DX pens…I’ll end up buying a couple dozen just to make sure I never run out…

Overall, like I said this is my everyday carry pen at work and when I’m out and about.  It is a reliable disposable that has never failed me.