Big Idea Design Slim Bolt: The Last Pen You Need
Titanium construction and a unique collet system that accepts almost any refill on the planet. This is the universal donor of pens.
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The Good
- Accepts 100+ different refills (adjustable)
- Solid Titanium
- Deep carry pocket clip
- Lifetime Warranty
The Bad
- Expensive
- Adjustment takes a minute to dial in
Big Idea Design Slim Bolt Action Review
Most machined pens lock you into one refill type (Pilot G2 or Parker). Big Idea Design solved this.
The Collet
The tip features a drill-chuck-style collet that tightens around the refill tip. This means you can use a Montblanc refill, a Fisher Space Pen refill, or a cheap Bic refill, and they will all fit perfectly with no "tip wiggle."
Build
It's Grade 5 Titanium. It's light, strong, and chemically inert.
Verdict
If you are picky about your ink but want a premium body, this is the only option that gives you total freedom.