Dollar store Zebra SARASA is junk

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I was at the Dollar Store the other day (New York, USA) and noticed they had started stocking Zebra pens and pencils. Low end stuff. But SARASA is supposed to be decent. Saw some gel pens in a few colors. Picked up 2. Well they wrote fine for the first week. But after leaving capped for a few weeks, I go to use the black one and it’s weak. Acting like it’s nearing the end. Dryish. Shook it a bit. Flicked to get fluid forward, and that’s when it started gushing, ink dribbling out of the breather holes. Nasty!

Suffice it to say, this is one of those “you get what you pay for” deals. Avoid!

OTOH, the copper and gold 1.2mm markers I got for writing in cards, by Crafter’s SQUARE, are working great for 2 months so far. Very moist, like the day they were opened.

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I don’t usually use pens from Dollar Tree, but if I see something that looks cool, I’ll add it to my collection. I’m not sure if your local Dollar Tree would have these in stock, but I highly recommend these pens if you’re looking for something to “actually use” and write with. Here’s a link: https://www.dollartree.com/bic-round-stic-xtra-life-ballpoint-pens-medium-point-10mm-black-8-ct-pack/357646

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hello @Maddox - welcome to the group

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The BiC basic ballpoint is a very cheap but usable pen that’s great to have for emergencies. However, if you leave one in your car… chances are it may end up not working. I’ve had cases where the viscous ink inside “wanders” in the tube, creating separation. And then ink flow stops, resulting in a useless pen.

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