It’s the end of the year, and time for a bit of a review! 

I am going to tell you the top three best selling pens at Dayspring Pens this year and give a little prediction of what I think will be a powerhouse up and comer in 2025.

First up:

Cross Calais Blue Ballpoint

For anyone familiar with Dayspring Pens and the Jotted Line blog, this might not come as a surprise. 

The Cross has long held the crown as the American pen company for a myriad of reasons from actually being an American pen company still headquartered in the US to being the official presidential pen of the Whitehouse.

Why does the Cross Calais dominate year after year? 

It is an incredibly accessible every person pen. It’s got a touch of the art deco, and it can easily be given to people with a wide range of different tastes. 

I see this pen sell equally as a single item purchase and in bulk quantities for corporate gifting. 

But why do people keep coming back to this pen? 

• “Good quality pen” (this popped up over and over again in multiple reviews)

• “A classic. Beautiful blue and chrome contrast a subtle engraving. It definitely makes a statement.”

• “Great size”

• “The color, style, and weight of the pen are very nice”

• “The engraving came out beautifully…”

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Features that keep people coming back to the Calais:

• Solid metal body with weight

• Lustrous finishes

• Twist-action ballpoint

• Custom engraving in a subtle, light brass tone-on-tone color

Cross Coventry Blue Ballpoint

The runner-up for most popular pen this year was another Cross pen, the Coventry Blue Ballpoint. 

I have been waiting for the Coventry to have its day in the sun, and it has finally happened. 

It looks like a professional pen with the defined cap lines and rich color finish, offering the same writing experience as the Calais with a slightly narrower barrel size. 

While still being metal, the lacquer finish across the whole pen feels comfortable in hand. And when it comes to engraving, this pen receives a deep cut color fill, which means it has a prominent, visible engraving of chrome to match the trims. 

Why did customers choose the Coventry?

• “The pen is comfortable to write with and looks great. The engraving was great.”

• “The engraving came out beautifully.”

• “A perfect gift.”

• “I love this pen. I have purchased one for several of my family and friends and they love them also.”

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What you get with best selling Cross Coventry:

• Balanced barrel in a deep lacquer finish

• Contrasting engraving that stands out on the pen

• Twist-action medium point black ink ballpoint

• All-metal construction

Dayspring Pens Monroe Gold Pen and Pencil Set

I am proud to say one of our very own Dayspring Pens made the list this year in the Monroe Gold Pen and Pencil Set. 

It can be oddly difficult to find actually gold pens (they all seem to be brass), let alone a gold pen that is below the $100 price tag.

The Monroe offers real 18k gold plating on both a ballpoint and a mechanical pencil. 

The ergonomic grip and weight of the pen combat writing fatigue, and the click-action just makes things so easy. 

Why did our customers buy the Monroe Gold Set?

• “Very professional looking pair”

• “Very nice gift pens, beautifully engraved at a very reasonable price.”

• “Great quality and engraving”

• “I was not disappointed and happy to give these as gifts to a very distinguished group of individuals.”

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What to look forward to in a Monroe Gold Set: 

• Real 18k gold 

• Fine point Schmidt ballpoint ink refill and 0.7mm lead pencil with an eraser

• Ergonomic rubber grip

• Matching tone-on-tone subtle gold engraving under the clip

What to Watch for 2025

Now, I would just like to take a guess at what I think customers will be pouncing on in 2025.

Fisher Space Pens is the newest addition to the Dayspring Pens collection, and I have seen the Fisher Bullet Space Pen take off in the few months they have been available. 

Fisher Bullet Space Pen

This collapsible pocket pen from Fisher Space Pens captured the American imagination when it premiered, even gaining its own episode of Seinfeld. 

Able to write upside down, in wet environments, and in a wide range of temperatures, the Bullet Space Pen is insanely adaptable and usable. 

Engraved in a brilliant brass on the matte black or a subtle tone-on-tone in the chrome, the custom Bullet allows the customer to choose the right fit for them as they use the pen or gift it as a gift. 

And, let’s be honest it's super cool that Fisher makes the pens of astronauts. 

It is a very giftable pen. 

Features of the Bullet Space Pen: 

• Adaptable size with postable cap to lengthen the pen to a full size 

• Can write in a variety of circumstances with medium point black ink

• Custom engraved 

• An icon of minimalist design

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Find out more about the best sellers of Dayspring Pens in 2024 or carve your own path and choose the pen that delights you the most in this upcoming year. 

For more articles about our brands, the practicals of pens, or which pens will make the best gifts, here are some of my other articles to help.

• All About Pilot Personalized Pens

• What is the Difference Between a Gel Pen and a Ballpoint Pen?

• The Best Left Handed Pens

 

 

 

Sam Di Nardo is an author for Dayspring Pens, where she has honed her expertise in ballpoint, rollerball, gel and fountain pens since joining the team in 2018. From her initial role as an Engraver to becoming the Production Manager, Sam's journey has been marked by her passion for the history, manufacturing, and the unique value of gifted writing instruments. A graduate of Regent University with a degree in English Literature and a special interest in Old Norse literature, dive deeper into Sam's world and discover why she's your trusted guide in the realm of gift pens. Follow Sam on LinkedIn.