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News & buying guides
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Featured — Buying
Metal vs. plastic pens: what actually holds up to daily carry
The honest tradeoffs between metal and plastic barrels, once you get past the per-unit price on the quote.
Aug 1, 2026 · 2 min read
News
Our print floor is now 100% union — and what that actually changes for you
Every imprint that leaves our shop now goes through union labor, start to finish. Here is what that means for lead times and quality.
Jul 25, 2026 · 1 min read
Guides
How many pens do you actually need for a trade show booth?
A rough formula from years of trade-show orders, plus what to do with whatever is left over.
Jul 18, 2026 · 2 min read