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Macro shot of a ballpoint pen tip on paper, showcasing precision and focus.#39 icon5.5scoreunder$50price

Bic · Made in France · Best value · Never needed a redesign

Bic Cristal Ballpoint Pen

The clear-barrel ballpoint found in drawers worldwide. Design museums honor it as a cheap, reliable shape that has barely needed to change.

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