Image	Product	Features	Price
	LAMY Pico Ballpoint Pen		Check Price
	LAMY Logo M+ Lagoon Gloss Ballpoint Pen		Check Price
	Kaweco Brass Sport Fountain Pen		Check Price
	LAMY CP1 Titan Black Ballpoint Pen		Check Price
	Monteverde Mountains of the World Blue Ballpoint Pen		Check Price

Everyday Carry pens, or EDC pens, are versatile pens that can be used in any situation. These are the pens that you toss in your bag, add to your keychain, store in your pocket, and use wherever, whenever. 

Even though we use our smartphones for practically everything nowadays, your EDC pen won’t ever fail you because it doesn’t have a battery, it will last you much longer than your typical smartphone, it will never be outdated, and it’s always at arm's length. 

Since the Truphae team has nearly ten years of experience with pens, ink, paper, pen cases, and other accessories, we’ve compiled a list of the best EDC pens for you!

This article will give you all the basic information on these pens and cover the best EDC pens in different categories so you can choose the one that best fits your needs. Whether you’re filling out paperwork, taking notes, or writing in your journal, the best EDC pens will not fail you.

Best EDC Pens

If you’re looking for your own EDC pen, the pens mentioned below will narrow down your search. Check out our best EDC pens in the following categories:

Best Overall - LAMY Pico Ballpoint Pen

Specifications

Manufacturer	LAMY
Color	Chromium, Imperial Blue, Laser Orange, Neon Pink, Rose Gold, White
Weight	17 gr
Length	Transforms from 90 mm to 120 mm
Material	Metal and plastic
Series	Pico

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Anti-roll device
• Small, neat, and handy
• Transforms to a bigger pen with the telescopic mechanism

Cons

• Small refill
• Doesn’t write as well as other ballpoint pens

If you’re looking for a great EDC pen of small size that will fit in your pocket, carry-on, or glove compartment, we recommend the LAMY Pico. It’s great for quick note-taking, but also for longer writing sessions due to its telescopic tip that can be extended, which also gives you the feel of owning a spy gadget. The pen is so popular that it’s included in Aston Martin’s V8 Vantage sports car. 

The best aspect of the PICO, apart from its compact size that transforms from a small to a large pen, is the unique design that doesn’t look similar to any other pen on the market. This great pen is designed for the needs of those who are constantly on the go, but don’t want to compromise when it comes to the quality of their EDC pen.

Best Value - LAMY Logo M+ Ballpoint Pen

Specifications

Manufacturer	LAMY
Color	Lagoon Gloss, Indigo Gloss, Blue Gloss, Black Gloss, Petrol Gloss, Black Matte, Rose Gloss, Red Gloss, White Gloss, Raspberry Gloss
Weight	17 gr
Length	136 mm
Material	Metal and plastic
Series	Logo M+

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Budget-friendly EDC
• Available in a wide variety of colors

Cons

• The grip section is a bit high
• The tip of the pen doesn’t have a tight fit around the opening of the barrel

The combination of metal and plastic comes to life in the Lamy Logo M+ pen that works with an oil-based ink. It’s a functional EDC pen and a reliable companion whenever you need to write something down. It has a clip/push-button unit you can use to place in your pocket and carry anywhere you go.

Best Design - Kaweco Brass Sport Fountain Pen

Specifications

Manufacturer	Kaweco
Color	Brass
Weight	42 gr
Length	127 mm
Material	Solid brass
Series	Brass Sport

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Good weight
• It will patina in time
• Amazing design
• Great journaling and EDC pen
• Doesn’t dry or clog

Cons

• The nib is a bit small
• Your hand may cramp after using it for hours at a time
• Visually appealing packaging
• The converter is a bit small, so it’s best to use cartridges or fill it with a syringe

The Kaweco Brass Sport is a pen with an interesting design and made from solid brass that eventually patinas and gives the pen a truly unique look. It’s truly the epitome of Kaweco’s slogan “Small in the pocket, but great in the hand”. This is a compact pen with a screw-on cap and a chrome-plated steel nib reinforced with an iridium tip that ensures a smooth writing experience. You can choose from the different widths of nibs available including extra fine, fine, medium, broad, and extra-broad.

This pen will last you a lifetime and only get better the longer you have it. If you want you can add a pocket clip to it and truly make it an EDC that you can carry everywhere without having ink spilt in your bag or pocket.

If the Kaweco Sport’s features appealed to you but you’d still like your EDC pen to be more budget-friendly, you can always go with another version of the series. It still has the same design, just the material that it’s made of is different.

Most Popular EDC on the Truphae Site -  LAMY CP1 

Specifications

Manufacturer	LAMY
Color	Matte black lacquer finish
Weight	17 gr
Length	134 mm
Material	Metal
Series	CP1

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Extremely light even though it’s made of metal
• Accepts all LAMY nibs
• Thin pen
• Available in a few colors
• Minimal and simple design

Cons

• May be too thin for some people

The LAMY CP1 is a slender fountain pen that has weighs almost as the LAMY Safari, with the exception that it is a metal pen. It has an elegant matte black lacquer finish and looks very elegant. It’s great to use as an EDC pen especially because it has a stainless steel clip that you can use to attach it to your notebook or clip it inside your pocket.

The best feature is probably the option to use different LAMY nibs and the perfect cylindrical shape making it one of the classics that was originally designed in 1974. If you’re looking for a reliable EDC pen that’s not very expensive, the LAMY CP1 is the perfect option for you.

Honorable Mention - Monteverde Mountains of the World Ballpoint Pen

Specifications

Manufacturer	Monteverde
Color	Ruby Red, Orange, Blue
Weight	34 gr
Length	147 mm
Material	Resin
Series	Monteverde Mountains of the World

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Elegant and unique design
• Available in three colors that are inspired by nature
• Great for larger hands

Cons

• Higher priced for an EDC

To add a bit more luxury to your EDC collection, we suggest the Monteverde Mountains of the World Ballpoint Pen. The collection is inspired by the beauty of the Blue Mountains that spread from the northeastern part of Oregon to southeastern Washington. This elegant pen is polished with rose gold clips and rings, which only enhance its elegance. If you don’t like basic-looking pens, this is a great EDC pen with a beautiful aesthetic.

Best Bullet Journalling Pen - Fisher Space Pen Bullet

Specifications

Manufacturer	Fisher
Color	Blueberry, Brushed Chrome, Chrome Fuschia Flurry, Gold Laquered Brass, Lime Green, Matte Black, Passion Purple, Red Cherry, Tahitian Blue
Weight	30 gr
Length	95 mm
Material	Brass and steel
Series	400

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Removable pocket clip
• Performs great in extreme temperatures, at any angle, underwater, in zero gravity
• Lifetime guarantee

Cons

• The Matte Black option doesn’t have grip lines
• The refill pens are a bit expensive compared to the cost of the pen
• It’s not suitable for larger hands

The Fisher Space Pen Bullet is marketed as a pen that “goes anywhere, writes everywhere”, and that is actually true. 

This pen is sturdy, small, fits in your pocket, and can write in the worst conditions, underwater, in extreme cold, in extreme humidity and extreme temperatures, through grease, and in space. This wonderful example of industrial design and art also comes with a lifetime guarantee on all manufacturing defects.

Best Classic Pen - Parker Jotter

Specifications

Manufacturer	Parker
Color	Steel and Chrome
Weight	60 gr
Length	170 mm
Material	Stainless steel
Series	Jotter

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Modern take on the classic Parker design
• Pocket clip
• Signature retractable design that opens and closes with a satisfying click

Cons

• A bit heavy for an EDC that’s only used to write

If you’re a fan of Parker’s classic pen design, this is the EDC pen for you. The durable pen made of stainless steel will last you for years to come and look stylish whether it’s in your hand or on top of your desk. 

And not only that, but this pen won’t be hard on your pocket as it provides a great writing experience at an affordable price.

Best Pen in Terms of Durability and Elegance - James Brand Stilwell

Specifications

Manufacturer	James Brand
Color	Purple + Silver, Black, Silver, Titanium, Brass
Weight	21.5 gr
Length	Transformed from 89,5 mm to 136.5 mm
Material	Brushed aluminum
Series	Stillwell

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Fits perfectly in your hand and it’s good for people with larger hands
• Minimalistic design
• Collapsable two-part construction
• Can fit on your keychain or lanyard and in the coin pocket of your jeans

Cons

• It takes a bit of force to open it
• Small refill

Marketed as “Macro Performance in a Micro Package”, the Stillwell made its way on our best EDC pens list because it writes really well and doesn’t take up a lot of space. 

Moreover, the pen is extremely sturdy since it’s made of materials such as titanium, which is the holy grail of EDC pens. The lanyard that’s on the back makes it easy to attach the pen to a keychain, zipper, or bag, so you can take it anywhere you go.

Best Pen for Self-Defense - The Atomic Bear SWAT Tactical Pen

Specifications

Manufacturer	The Atomic Bear
Color	Black
Weight	80 gr
Length	199 mm
Material	Aircraft-grade aluminum body and the tungsten glass breaker tip
Series	SWAT Pen

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Multifunctional pen
• Great for self-defense
• Has a flashlight of 130 lumens
• Can break glass in one strike due to the wolfram glass breaker tip
• Excellent grip
• Lifetime warranty

Cons

• Consumes ink very fast

Some people get really serious when it comes to the features their EDC pen should have, and The Atomic Bear SWAT Tactical Pen is your three in one tool. 

Not only does this pen write in different conditions and is made of aircraft-grade aluminum, but due to its tip made of wolfram, one of the heaviest metals, it can break glass in one strike in case of emergency. And not only that, but it can also be used as a self-defense tool in life-threatening situations and has a useful flashlight. 

This pen really does it all, from writing to being your go-to tool when you’re in need. It also comes with a lifetime warranty, so you know its quality will stand the test of time.

Buyer’s Guide on Choosing Your First EDC

We all have different preferences when it comes to the type of pens we like, although there are certain factors that we all look for when choosing an EDC pen. Let’s take a look at the most important ones.

Functionality

Since the main function of an EDC pen is to write well under different circumstances; functionality is the first factor to consider when choosing your first EDC pen. 

You’ll need your pen to work in different weather conditions, on different pieces of paper, and at all angles. It’s the pen that you reach for time and time again as you sign documents, fill-out forms, and even take notes on materials other than paper. 

Durability

A great EDC pen is one that will stand the test of time without breaking, scratching, or sustaining any kind of damage as a result of years of use.

Ease of Use

What makes a pen easy to use is primarily a pen that fits perfectly in your hand, but also one that has a fast ink flow and doesn’t skip as you’re writing. 

In fact, this is one of the most important features when looking for an EDC pen, as the main reason for purchasing it is to use it as a writing tool. And if it has any additional features on top of that, all the better.

Budget

Last but not least, everyone has a budget in mind when thinking about an EDC pen. 

So, when researching which one to buy, it’s best to start looking at pens that fit your budget but also have the features that you’d want an EDC pen to have.

Conclusion

Even though we all may have unique preferences when it comes to the color of our pen, everyone likes to own a pen that’s of good quality and will never fail to write in times of need. 

We believe that the LAMY Pico Ballpoint Pen as well as the other pens mentioned on our list, all have those standard features that one would want from an EDC pen. 

Let us know which one of these pens you’d like to try out first, and why you chose it as your EDC pen. And if you have tried some of these pens, make sure to leave your own review in the comments.