Machined out of 6061 aluminum, the Tactical Pen from Smith & Wesson is ready to go anywhere. The addition of a stylus ball on the pen’s cap makes it the perfect tool for users of touch-screen devices, and included is a pocket clip laser engraved with the company’s logo. Replaceable black ink cartridges include a ball-point tip for smooth gliding on paper. Overall length is 5.7", and the unit weighs 1.4 ozs. Price: $40.
Contact: Smith & Wesson; (800) 331-0852; smith-wesson.com.
The trend has been growing for years, but accelerated dramatically with pandemic-enforced social-distancing protocols. For those of us who still prefer to walk the aisles of an FFL and hold a conversation with knowledgeable staff, the extra room to breathe in a store during the holiday season is a welcome change.
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