For some essentials, bigger doesn’t always mean better. Take it from the team behind Machine Era, who has only improved its durable metal EDC gear by shaving off ounces and inches with every new product. They’re continuing the trend under a new name, Makerset, with their smallest pen to date. Don’t let its size fool you—the new Field Pen Compact is big on features despite its smaller shape. It manages to fit everything you’d want from an EDC pen like full metal construction, multiple refill compatibility, and a precision click mechanism into a tiny, pocket-friendly design.
True to its name, the Field Pen Compact measures in at just 4.19” long. It’s short enough to fit into more places in your carry, but long enough to rest comfortably in the hand. Combined with the natural heft of its brass or stainless steel construction, it strikes a nice balance when writing.
Comfort and balance aren’t the only things that factor into a great writing experience: the type of ink refill matters too. The Field Pen Compact accommodates D1 cartridges, including write-anywhere pressurized refills like you’d find in a Fisher Space Pen. You can also swap out refills easily thanks to the Compact’s quick change cartridge assembly that’s accessible in seconds with a quick twist.
The Field Pen Compact even sports a click mechanism, which is impressive when you consider its size. The metal-on-metal click mechanism also comes with a lifetime warranty in the rare event it breaks from regular use. Rounding out its features is a high-strength aluminum pocket clip for easy pocket carry that doubles as an anti-roll feature.
You can pre-order your own Field Pen Compact in brass, stainless steel, or black DLC at the fully funded Kickstarter before the project ends on Saturday, 12pm PDT at the link below.
