Only the truly VIP-ish students had the iconic BIC 4-color pen, at least from what we recall. Black, blue, red, and green ink pen cartridges housed in a single body was just nuts back in the ’70s and ’80s, and the pen could just about do it all except help you ace an exam. The multi-tasking pen has just been updated to include an actual mechanical pencil, making it even more versatile. The rarely used green pen has been kicked to the curb and replaced by a 0.7mm mechanical pencil. The plastic nub has also been replaced with a capped eraser for all those mistakes you’ll likely make. The pen comes with 12 lead refills and 5 erasers, and you can also purchase refills of the three colors as a pack. For those who want ink only, there’s also good news. BIC has introduced a 4-Color 50th Anniversary edition with purple ink instead of green. Whatever pen you choose, your biggest challenge will be remembering how to handwrite after spending all your time on your computer and smartphone. Get crackin’.
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Huckberry’s Essential Holiday Gift Guide
Unzip your coat and have some mulled wine on the house—you’ve arrived at your final gifting destination: The Holiday Gift Guide. It’s like your friendly neighborhood one-stop holiday shop, except instead of balsa wood ornaments, ours is packed with thoughtful gifts for everyone on your list. Future heirlooms, small-but-significant stocking stuffers, and gear for getting out there (or staying in)—are all right here. There’s no music playing in the background though, so you’ll just have to hum Bing Crosby while you click around instead.
