Look around you. Chances are, there’s a BiC Cristal ballpoint pen among your odds and ends. Since 1950, it has far outsold the Rubik’s Cube and even the iPhone, and yet, it’s one of the most ...

Obviously, more precious/rare materials are going to cost you more money, and will also likely last longer, but if you prefer a brightly coloured plastic fountain pen then it’s best to go with ...