Uni Jetstream EDGE 0.28mm Oil-based Ballpoint Pen, Navy Body (SXN100328.9)

Feela fairly solid while still being light. Writes very well for how small it is however if your heavy handed or using lower quality paper it does catch the paper more often. The grip on it is also very slick but with how light it is that isn't as much of a problem.

Just what I need sharp lines and smooth

Writes smoothly. Feels great in the hand. Ink dries very quickly and doesn't smear when you rub your hand or object after you write. The quality and durability will make this pen useable for years

Here I am reviewing a pen on Amazon. The places COVID quarantine life takes you. Pen feels robust and is nice to look at. Obviously a 'homage' to the Rotring, but of lighter material and not balanced. It is bottom heavy and the design makes it so that I've already repeatedly mistaken the top for bottom and bottom for top when I go to pick it up. The click mechanism has a cheap plastic rattle and the plunger wobbles. Man I am really nitpicking. It is an oil-based ballpoint pen and depending heavily on the paper it writes beautifully putting down full-bodied creamy lines. It works wonderfully in my MoleSkine Cahier notebooks, but fails shamelessly on some other papers. Compared to my gel ink Signo 0.28 pen, this pen is a lot more paper-selective. That said, this pen excels on more surface-porous papers (if that's the right description) where the Signo gel ink would start bleeding with slower strokes. The grip / barrel is smooth and while being bottom heavy helps, it requires more force to grip and my weak little hands are more prone to cramping when using this pen to write or draw for ants--as one does with 0.28 pens. For a roughly $12 pen, it is slightly disappointing in it's difficulty to hold and use, the tiny refill, and its selectivity when it comes to papers. But it looks amazing, the finish on mine is flawless, and on the right paper it writes quite nicely--also, the 0.28 tip is a treat for those looking for fine pens for detail sketches or small notes. I'd buy again, despite complaining about it for several paragraphs.

I like writing instruments, pencils and pens, that write a fine line. One of my co-workers was using one and I wanted to try one myself. I have been using it on a regular basis since receiving it. The fine line it produces is just what I wanted whether I am writing or drawing. I have to hold the pen more vertical to obtain the best line and sometimes it takes a stroke or two after a long pause in use to get a good line (may also be the condition/type of paper).

I bought one of these after seeing it mentioned on a pen review site. I've been a happy user of Uni's Jetstream pens for years and was intrigued by the idea of trying a fine-point version. Since getting my hands on it I've been using it quite a bit and I can say that for my own usage, it's not going to replace my Jetstreams. The fine point tip makes lovely precise lines, but it just doesn't flow as smoothly as the larger pen tip. If you're looking for a fine point pen for precise detail work and are a fan of Uni's rollerball pens then you will assuredly like the edge. The physical styling of the pen is somewhat dramatic compared to others I've used. I imagine this could be a divisive point. I like how it looks and feels, but it may not be to everyone's taste.

I was hesitant to get this one as I’ve never used a 0.28mm before. But I was thoroughly surprised how smooth but sharp the pen writes. I’m definitely enjoying using this as a daily.

I would give the Uni Jetstream .28 oil-based pen 3 stars. It is definitely a well-made pen, and the ink flow is smooth, clean, and reliable. For writing and crisp line work, it performs very well, and I can understand why many people like it. That said, I was a little disappointed with how difficult it is to make light marks. I was hoping it would work better for delicate sketching, soft lines, and light cross-hatching, but the marks tend to come out darker and more consistent than I wanted. It doesn’t give me quite the range of pressure control I was hoping for as an artist. It is still a great pen overall, especially for writing, notes, and clean detail work. I just don’t think it is the best choice if you are looking for subtle value changes, light hatching, or a more delicate drawing feel. Good pen, just not perfect for what I wanted it for.

Uses a dreadfully small D1 refill which runs out quickly and is expensive to replace, the pen's upper is made of plastic, totally not worth it for the price.

Il piacere di scrivere con tratto sottile fatto a penna. Nessun inceppamento e nessun saltello (lasciate rodare un poco il refill) nel tratto. La penna oltre lo 0.28 accetta anche il ricambio da 0.38 che fanno anche in blu e rosso. Approvato

When it works, it's really interesting having a tiny ball... but the ink doesn't flow properly for long. It lasted 2 weeks and then is only working on and off. :( Concept is interesting, though

Perfekt für sehr kleine Handschriften. Liegt bei mir auch gut in der Hand. Nie wieder einen anderen!

This pen has become my new favourite for everyday notes. The tip is incredibly precise without feeling scratchy, and the ink flows really smoothly. The navy body looks smart and feels great to hold. If you like clean, fine lines and a pen that just works every time you pick it up, this is a brilliant choice. The only issue I'd say would be the way it sits in my hand specifically leaves a mark on my finger after intensive usage.