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PILOT G2 Premium Gel Pens, 12-Pack, Black
Brand: PILOT
$12.19
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Live Amazon listing, not a hands-on PicksHive review — image, features, price and availability come from Amazon; the buying notes below are PicksHive's.
PicksHive Take
The PILOT G2 Premium Gel Pens 12-pack is a sensible option for people who regularly take handwritten notes, make lists, or sketch in black ink. At the current $12.19 price, it works out to about $1.02 per pen. That makes the pack worth considering for steady users, but buying a dozen is less compelling if you rarely write by hand or prefer switching ink colors.
The listing highlights a contoured rubber grip, fine-point writing, and refillable construction. Those are useful features to prioritize for frequent writing, though PicksHive has not tested this product by hand. PILOT describes the ink as smooth and quick-drying; treat that as a manufacturer claim rather than a guarantee of smudge-free results. The listing also calls it the longest-lasting gel ink, citing “Data on File,” but the information provided does not establish the comparison conditions.
The main trade-off is stocking up versus buying only what you will use. Refills are sold separately, so check that any replacement is a compatible Pilot G2 refill and compare its cost before assuming refilling will save money. If you need a different point size, confirm the selected variant rather than relying on the listing’s mention of several available sizes.
Compared with Pilot G2 36-count, this 12-pack means fewer pens to store and use up; compare current per-pen prices before choosing the larger pack. Paper Mate InkJoy Gel 14-count is another gel-pen pack to consider, but the supplied details do not establish how its grip, drying time, or refill options compare. Choose the G2 pack if its listed features suit your routine, not solely for its longevity claim.
Written by PicksHive from the product listing and category research — not a hands-on test.
What to know before buying office supplies
PicksHive buying note
Buying in bulk lowers unit cost only for items you use steadily. Check refill and cartridge compatibility for pens, labelers and staplers.
Key features and specifications (from Amazon)
| Brand | PILOT |
|---|---|
| Amazon category | Gel Ink Rollerball Pens |
| ASIN | B001GAOTSW |
- Smooth & Long-lasting: Enjoy a smooth writing experience with these black gel pens-Pilot pens that glide effortlessly across the page. Proven to be the longest-lasting gel ink pens (Data on File), they let you write more and refill less
- Pilot Gel Pens: Express yourself effortlessly with Pilot's line of innovative writing tools, including these gel pens black, fountain pens, rollerball pens, ballpoint pens, erasable pens, & dry erase markers & more
- Versatile: These black G2 pens are perfect for everyday writing tasks such as taking notes and jotting down grocery lists; The G2 tip delivers crisp, clean lines ideal for writing, intricate designs, drawing, sketching or doodling
- Refillable & Quick Drying: You can save money and reduce waste with these black ink pens and Pilot G2 refills (sold separately); the vibrant, quick drying ink in these ink pens for writing helps prevent smudges and smears
- Comfortable Grip: These G2 black pens fine point have a contoured rubber grip to provide ergonomic support, making long writing projects easier. Available in ultra-fine, extra-fine, fine, and bold point sizes
Questions about this product
- Can these black G2 pens be refilled?
- Yes. The listing says they use Pilot G2 refills, sold separately. Check refill compatibility before purchasing replacements.
- What point size is included in this 12-pack?
- The listing describes these pens as fine point but does not provide a numeric tip size. It also mentions other available point sizes, so check the selected listing variant.
- Will the black gel ink prevent smudging?
- PILOT describes the ink as quick-drying and says it helps prevent smudges and smears. That is not a guarantee that it will never smudge.
- Is the 12-pack better value than the G2 36-count pack?
- This 12-pack costs about $1.02 per pen at the current $12.19 price. Check the 36-count pack’s current price to compare unit costs; a larger pack only makes sense if you use the pens steadily.
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PILOT G2 Premium Gel Pens, 12-Pack, Black