Freedom Conklin Freedom Ballpoint Pens

Normally I look upon ballpoint pens with contempt, as I prefer my fountain pens. However, I tried the gel ballpoint refill by Monteverde in my Parker Jotter, and I was immediately impressed by how fluid the writing was. It was almost (almost, but not quite, mind you) as smooth as writing with a fountain pen. The only problem is that the Jotter is too thin and small to make long writing sessions comfortable. This pen adds the necessary girth, length, and adds a nice weight for good handling. The finish is impeccable, and the mechanism is smooth and flawless. The price on sale was great too. The original Conklin refill is now in my Jotter. It's OK for a typical ballpoint refill - the kind that I've never loved. I have the Monteverde gel refill in the Conklin pen.

Purchased as Christmas 2020 Gifts for my Grandchildren! Hope they enjoy them! Also purchased one for me! Great pen, looks excellent as well.

I ordered 2 of these limited edition Conklins. The quality is identical between the pens. One of the most complimented pens in my collection.

I was extremely pleased with the packaging of my two Conklin Freedom pens! I also liked that the packaging, as well as the pens were marked as ### in a series of 1,000. That adds so much to the value. Also, the pen, itself, has solid action to put out and extract the point. I like the beefiness of the grasp. It fits my hand and my writing needs very well.

The pens (I purchased two) arrived promptly, well packaged, and in perfect condition. Because they are limited editions (898 in all), and because I also own two pristine Duraflex Freedom fountain pens (1898 in all), I don't know if I will actually use them! BUT, they are very attractive, well made, and, at least at Pen Chalet, priced very reasonably. To own two sets of beautiful limited edition ballpoints/fountain pens at these prices is great. The pens are made from turned stock, not injection molded, and the mechanism, clip and threading appear robust. The size is toward the large side--a plus for those with medium to large hands or those who are arthritic. However, the weight is in the medium category, so the ballpoint should not be wearisome for those who write a lot. Design-wise, while the particular pattern/color is bold, the rest of the pen is not overdone; this is a pen a business person could easily wear and use. The presentation box is first rate--especially at this price point. Note that this is a capless style as most ballpoints are; rotating the clip end 180 degrees exposes the point or retracts it (This is not a push-button type pen). Due to price, relative rarity, well above average quality, and excellent style, this a pen to buy.

Perfect timing for receipt of this Ballpoint pen...near the 4th of July! Lots of admiring comments from colleagues.

Conklin is the “real deal” with reasonably priced and high quality writing instruments. And, mine always work with no skips nor hard starts.