Writing instruments have been around for ages. Fountain pens date back to the early-1700s, but ink spills were prevalent then. A ruined life-insurance contract due to an ink leak motivated New York salesman Lewis Waterman to improve the design and eliminate leaks. He is credited with succeeding in 1884. About 50 years later Hungarian journalist László Bíró received a patent for the ballpoint pen utilizing the fast-drying ink used for newspapers. Many strides and upgrades have continued to occur as the pen matured. With so many options in 2014, what do end-users want from their pens?
- Companies:
- All-In-One
- BIC Graphic USA
- Logomark
Amanda L. Cole is the editor-in-chief of NonProfit PRO. She was formerly editor-in-chief of special projects for NonProfit PRO's sister publication, Promo Marketing. Contact her at acole@napco.com.