Tuff-Writer FAQ
Q: Why do I need a tactical / defense pen?
A: Because it's a dangerous world out there and the price of being unprepared is just too high. With the growth of non-permissive environments (places where guns, knives, pepper-sprays and sharp sticks are prohibited) people’s options for personal defense tools are becoming more limited all the time. Tactical flashlights and defense pens are multi-use tools which can and should be carried at all times. Their multi-use nature limits restrictions as well as excuses for not having them when you need them most.
Q: What exactly is a tactical / defense pen?
A: It’s a pen designed to be as reliable and durable as the people using it. A writing implement as well as a last ditch defensive tool that you can bring virtually anywhere and have with you at all times. The Tuff-Writer tactical / defense pen is an essential piece of gear for anyone who needs tools that they can depend on.
Q: Couldn't I just carry a knife?
A: The Tuff-Writer isn’t designed to be a replacement for a knife. It isn’t designed to replace a flashlight either. It’s a supplemental tool which soon becomes an essential piece of gear for any prepared individual. Afterall, even the best knife isn't doing you much good when you have to leave it behind in your car / home.
Q: What makes the Tuff-Writer tactical / defense pen special?
A: The Tuff-Writer is more than a pen, it’s specifically designed to function in the harshest environments and under the worst conditions. It’s a pen that conceivably may one day save your life. The minute you put one in your hand, we think you’ll understand.
Q: Aren't there other pens like it out there?
A: Once you put a Tuff-Writer in your hand we think you'll agree that there's nothing else quite like it. From the solid feel and smooth look to the durable finish, it's easy to see that the Tuff-Writer is unique.
Q: Is it a weapon?
A: A lemon yellow Crayola is a weapon in some people’s hands. The Tuff-Writer is a tactical / defense pen, how you use it is up to you. Who knows, one day it may save your life.
Q: Doesn’t a disposable pen work as well?
A: Not even close. The Tuff-Writer is designed to function in the harshest environments and take massive amounts of abuse, both as a pen and as a tool. The knurling is designed to work well with gloved hands while the thickness, length and overall balance fit perfectly in the hand. This is no disposable, it's made to last.
Q: How well does it write?
A: Very well. It utilizes a pressurized cartridge which writes at any angle, even upside down. The Tuff-Writer will write in the freezing cold, the blistering heat and even function underwater. No disposable pen can do that yet.
Q: What kind of refill does it use?
A: The pen utilizes a gas pressurized ball-point cartridge made in the USA by Fisher. They are available at Office Depot, on-line and most other office supply stores. The brand and model are: Fisher - SPR4. The previous Foray refill has been discontinued by the manufacturer and we are no longer able to source them.
Q: So I can just use a Fisher Space Pen / Rite In The Rain refill cartridge?
A: Yes, due to popular demand all Tuff-Writer pens now support the Fisher Space Pen cartridge as well. Fisher has recently stepped up big time and provided us factory support for cartidges for use in the Frontline Series pens.
Q: How does the cap fit onto the pen?
A: The Tuff-Writer uses a screw-on cap. With fewer moving parts there's virtually nothing to break and when closed the pen functions as one solid piece.
Q: It’s one tough looking pen, did you design it that way?
A: It more than looks tough, it is tough. The Tuff-Writer is precision machined to aerospace tolerances in the United States. It’s made from oversized stock 6061-T6 aluminum and hard anodized to Mil-A-8625 “F” standards for maximum durability. We use a custom designed spring steel clip attached with hardened bolts, then chemically bonded. It might not be indestructible, but it’s close.
Q: Hard anodized?
A: Anodizing is a process used to increase the thickness and density of the natural oxide layer on the surface of metal parts. Hard anodizing greatly increases corrosion resistance and wear resistance imparting a surface as hard as some gemstones. In other words, it helps make our pens tough.
Q: Where is the Tuff-Writer made?
A: Each Tuff-Writer tactical / defense pen is made in the U.S.A. and hand assembled, inspected and laser engraved with its own serial number. Each pen is unique, you know... like a really tough snowflake.
Q: Who came up with the design?
A: The Tuff-Writer was designed, tested and refined over the past few years by people who expect the best from their gear and can’t afford to settle for anything less. This includes S.W.A.T. range-masters, defensive tactics instructors, serious operators and martial artists. The Tuff-Writer tactical pen has been tested like few pens before it.
Q: Is there a warranty?
A: We stand behind our products. Tuff-Writer pens are guaranteed against defects in materials and workmanship for the duration of their useful life. If you ever have a problem, we’ll do our best to make it right. While we don’t warranty the pen against intentional destruction, everything else is game. We call Tuff-Writers the toughest pens in the world for a reason.
Q: Do you ship internationally?
A: Yes, we do. We offer flat rate shipping outside of the United States through the postal service. We use registered mail with tracking - this is by far the most secure way to ship internationally. Delivery time is usually between 1-2 weeks.
Q: What about accessories?
A: We have just finished testing, and now offer, a fantastic Kydex® neck sheath made by Dave Brown. In addition, due to popular demand we now carry genuine top quality Fisher cartridges direct from the manufacturer.
Q: What colors does it come in?
A:
Stealth Black
Sniper Gray
Desert Brown
Bright Polished
Rescue Red
Toxic Green
Q: Why do I need a tactical / defense pen?
A: Because it's a dangerous world out there and the price of being unprepared is just too high. With the growth of non-permissive environments (places where guns, knives, pepper-sprays and sharp sticks are prohibited) people’s options for personal defense tools are becoming more limited all the time. Tactical flashlights and defense pens are multi-use tools which can and should be carried at all times. Their multi-use nature limits restrictions as well as excuses for not having them when you need them most.
Q: What exactly is a tactical / defense pen?
A: It’s a pen designed to be as reliable and durable as the people using it. A writing implement as well as a last ditch defensive tool that you can bring virtually anywhere and have with you at all times. The Tuff-Writer tactical / defense pen is an essential piece of gear for anyone who needs tools that they can depend on.
Q: Couldn't I just carry a knife?
A: The Tuff-Writer isn’t designed to be a replacement for a knife. It isn’t designed to replace a flashlight either. It’s a supplemental tool which soon becomes an essential piece of gear for any prepared individual. Afterall, even the best knife isn't doing you much good when you have to leave it behind in your car / home.
Q: What makes the Tuff-Writer tactical / defense pen special?
A: The Tuff-Writer is more than a pen, it’s specifically designed to function in the harshest environments and under the worst conditions. It’s a pen that conceivably may one day save your life. The minute you put one in your hand, we think you’ll understand.
Q: Aren't there other pens like it out there?
A: Once you put a Tuff-Writer in your hand we think you'll agree that there's nothing else quite like it. From the solid feel and smooth look to the durable finish, it's easy to see that the Tuff-Writer is unique.
Q: Is it a weapon?
A: A lemon yellow Crayola is a weapon in some people’s hands. The Tuff-Writer is a tactical / defense pen, how you use it is up to you. Who knows, one day it may save your life.
Q: Doesn’t a disposable pen work as well?
A: Not even close. The Tuff-Writer is designed to function in the harshest environments and take massive amounts of abuse, both as a pen and as a tool. The knurling is designed to work well with gloved hands while the thickness, length and overall balance fit perfectly in the hand. This is no disposable, it's made to last.
Q: How well does it write?
A: Very well. It utilizes a pressurized cartridge which writes at any angle, even upside down. The Tuff-Writer will write in the freezing cold, the blistering heat and even function underwater. No disposable pen can do that yet.
Q: What kind of refill does it use?
A: The pen utilizes a gas pressurized ball-point cartridge made in the USA by Fisher. They are available at Office Depot, on-line and most other office supply stores. The brand and model are: Fisher - SPR4. The previous Foray refill has been discontinued by the manufacturer and we are no longer able to source them.
Q: So I can just use a Fisher Space Pen / Rite In The Rain refill cartridge?
A: Yes, due to popular demand all Tuff-Writer pens now support the Fisher Space Pen cartridge as well. Fisher has recently stepped up big time and provided us factory support for cartidges for use in the Frontline Series pens.
Q: How does the cap fit onto the pen?
A: The Tuff-Writer uses a screw-on cap. With fewer moving parts there's virtually nothing to break and when closed the pen functions as one solid piece.
Q: It’s one tough looking pen, did you design it that way?
A: It more than looks tough, it is tough. The Tuff-Writer is precision machined to aerospace tolerances in the United States. It’s made from oversized stock 6061-T6 aluminum and hard anodized to Mil-A-8625 “F” standards for maximum durability. We use a custom designed spring steel clip attached with hardened bolts, then chemically bonded. It might not be indestructible, but it’s close.
Q: Hard anodized?
A: Anodizing is a process used to increase the thickness and density of the natural oxide layer on the surface of metal parts. Hard anodizing greatly increases corrosion resistance and wear resistance imparting a surface as hard as some gemstones. In other words, it helps make our pens tough.
Q: Where is the Tuff-Writer made?
A: Each Tuff-Writer tactical / defense pen is made in the U.S.A. and hand assembled, inspected and laser engraved with its own serial number. Each pen is unique, you know... like a really tough snowflake.
Q: Who came up with the design?
A: The Tuff-Writer was designed, tested and refined over the past few years by people who expect the best from their gear and can’t afford to settle for anything less. This includes S.W.A.T. range-masters, defensive tactics instructors, serious operators and martial artists. The Tuff-Writer tactical pen has been tested like few pens before it.
Q: Is there a warranty?
A: We stand behind our products. Tuff-Writer pens are guaranteed against defects in materials and workmanship for the duration of their useful life. If you ever have a problem, we’ll do our best to make it right. While we don’t warranty the pen against intentional destruction, everything else is game. We call Tuff-Writers the toughest pens in the world for a reason.
Q: Do you ship internationally?
A: Yes, we do. We offer flat rate shipping outside of the United States through the postal service. We use registered mail with tracking - this is by far the most secure way to ship internationally. Delivery time is usually between 1-2 weeks.
Q: What about accessories?
A: We have just finished testing, and now offer, a fantastic Kydex® neck sheath made by Dave Brown. In addition, due to popular demand we now carry genuine top quality Fisher cartridges direct from the manufacturer.
Q: What colors does it come in?
A:
Stealth Black
Sniper Gray
Desert Brown
Bright Polished
Rescue Red
Toxic Green
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