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product_id: 70141912
title: "Amazon Basics Black Ballpoint Pens for Smooth Writing, Retractable, 12-Pack"
brand: "amazon basics"
price: "C$1382"
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in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Amazon Basics"
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# Retractable design keeps pockets clean 1.2mm bold point for clear lines ASTM & ISO certified durability Amazon Basics Black Ballpoint Pens for Smooth Writing, Retractable, 12-Pack

**Brand:** amazon basics
**Price:** C$1382
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🖋️ Write Bold. Write Smart. Never Miss a Beat.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Amazon Basics Black Ballpoint Pens for Smooth Writing, Retractable, 12-Pack by amazon basics
- **How much does it cost?** C$1382 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ni](https://www.desertcart.ni/products/70141912-amazon-basics-black-ballpoint-pens-for-smooth-writing-retractable-12)

## Best For

- amazon basics enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted amazon basics brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Value-Packed 12-Pack:** Stay stocked and never run out—ideal for office, home, or your next big project.
- • **Click & Go Convenience:** Retractable mechanism ensures your pen is always ready without the mess—perfect for on-the-move pros.
- • **Effortless Bold Writing:** Experience smooth, consistent ink flow with a 1.2mm tip that makes every word stand out.
- • **Comfort Meets Productivity:** Soft grip design reduces hand fatigue during marathon note-taking or brainstorming sessions.
- • **Certified Long-Lasting Quality:** Built to ASTM D4236 and ISO 12757-1 standards, these pens deliver reliable performance day after day.

## Overview

Amazon Basics Black Ballpoint Pens offer a smooth writing experience with a bold 1.2mm tip, retractable convenience, and certified durability. This 12-pack combines professional-grade quality with ergonomic comfort, making it the go-to choice for managers, students, and creatives who demand reliability and style in their everyday writing tools.

## Description

Product Description These pens are ideal for back to school supplies, offering a comprehensive color pens set for all your writing needs. Whether you're taking notes, creating a masterpiece, or organizing your thoughts in a journal, these multi color pens have you covered. Each pen features a 1.2mm point, ensuring smooth, consistent writing. With a variety of multicolored pens at your disposal, you can easily highlight important information or add a burst of color to your bullet journals. Included in this 24-pack are essential red pens ballpoint, ideal for editing or emphasizing key points. These pens work efficiently as journal pens or bullet journal pens, offering a seamless writing experience that supports your daily activities. The assortment includes pens colored to suit diverse tastes and preferences, allowing for creativity to flourish. Each pen conforms to ASTM D4236 standards, offering quality performance. From the Manufacturer desertcart Basics

Review: Pen Snobs - These ARE Great Pens! Try Them! - I will admit - I was skeptical. As a certified pen snob - I have my “Princess Picks for Perfect Pens” but those are all quite pricey. Low on funds, I decided to try these desertcart Basics Pens - despite many just bizarre negative reviews. You folks who claim these broke on you - what exactly are you doing with these pens- driving them under your SUV? I clicked the retracting mechanism 100x and it did not break. I wrote with it for over an hour taking notes on a Zoom and it did not run out of ink halfway down the page. I question the people writing such peculiar negative reviews. These pens perform just as well as my favorite brand and they are so affordable at a fraction of the cost. No bleed-thru on the pages and it has dark, smooth, high quality blue ink - critical for legal work. I love that these do not have the rubber gripper affecting nearly every pen in existence now because those hurt my hands and attract lint. Gross. Whereas these desertcart Basics Pens are smooth, easy to hold and have excellent longevity with none of them breaking inexplicably - as reported by other customers. Absolutely I recommend these pens and will definitely buy them again. So glad I took the chance on the fantastic budget price for the quantity because they are great household pens and good for work too! Great product, desertcart!
Review: Excellent pens for great value. These are my favorite! - I normally wouldnt review a basic product like a simple pen, but I'm gonna take a minute to do so for these. I am very picky with my pens, I need certain ones for my handwriting to be clean and legible, and these desertcart Basics pens are that. They are smoothe, have perfect sized ball/tip for my liking, the ink is smoothe and doesnt seem to smear easily, and they are just simply tough. They also allow me to write very small and still be legible, which is key for the inspection reports I fill out constantly. For the price, getting 12 pens for $12 ($1/each) is a great price for these. Not sure what else I can say, but out of all the pens I buy to try out and find a decent writing utensils, these are by far the best for the price. If you lose one, or someone walks off with it, your only out $1. The clips also seem tough, I have others break easily and I need the clip so my pen is always on my shirt for quick access as I won't pit it in my pocket where it will break. These are excellent pens, I recommend them 100% so if you need a reliable pen that writes great for a low price, here they are.

## Features

- SMOOTH WRITING EXPERIENCE: Enjoy consistent ink flow and a 1.2mm point for clear, bold lines with each stroke. These ball point pens provide smooth writing for taking notes
- DURABLE AND RELIABLE: Constructed to meet ASTM D4236 and ISO 12757-1 standards, these colorful pens provide lasting quality and performance
- COMFORTABLE GRIP DESIGN: These pens for school have a design that provides a comfortable grip for extended writing sessions, making them ideal for students and professionals
- CONVENIENT RETRACTABLE FUNCTION: Easily click to retract the pens, keeping your pockets and bags clean
- 12-PACK VALUE SET: You always have ball point pens for note taking on hand with this convenient 12-pack, ideal for work, home, or as part of your back to school supplies

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07BDWD8B7 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #217 in Office Products ( See Top 100 in Office Products ) #6 in Ballpoint Pens |
| Brand | Amazon Basics |
| Closure | Retractable |
| Color | Black |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (17,855) |
| Date First Available | May 31, 2018 |
| Grip Type | Soft |
| Ink Color | Black |
| Item Weight | 0.28 ounces |
| Item model number | AH518-12-B |
| Manufacturer | Amazon |
| Manufacturer Part Number | KB193000-12BK |
| Material Type | Plastic |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Pencil Lead Degree (Hardness) | H |
| Point Type | Bold |
| Product Dimensions | 5.71 x 0.39 x 0.55 inches |
| Size | 12 pack |

## Product Details

- **Age Range (Description):** Adult
- **Brand:** Amazon Basics
- **Color:** Black
- **Ink Color:** Black
- **Writing Instrument Form:** Ballpoint Pen

## Images

![Amazon Basics Black Ballpoint Pens for Smooth Writing, Retractable, 12-Pack - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81y314kpUsL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: These pens good for drawing**
A: In general, ballpoint pens aren't appropriate for drawing. Anyway, I think AmazonBasics ballpoint pen has a very quality and can be use for that purpose too.

**Q: Are these pens refillable?**
A: Actually they are.  The tip unscrews and I have replaced the refill in one with a broad tip refill which I prefer.

**Q: Are the inks colored or just the pens?**
A: The inks are the same color as the pens.

**Q: How do these compare to the Papermate Inkjoy gel pens?**
A: Injoy is a gel pen  approx. 1.50 ea.

Azn Basics is a std ballpoint.  approx. .50 ea

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Pen Snobs - These ARE Great Pens! Try Them!
*by D***B on November 10, 2025*

I will admit - I was skeptical. As a certified pen snob - I have my “Princess Picks for Perfect Pens” but those are all quite pricey. Low on funds, I decided to try these Amazon Basics Pens - despite many just bizarre negative reviews. You folks who claim these broke on you - what exactly are you doing with these pens- driving them under your SUV? I clicked the retracting mechanism 100x and it did not break. I wrote with it for over an hour taking notes on a Zoom and it did not run out of ink halfway down the page. I question the people writing such peculiar negative reviews. These pens perform just as well as my favorite brand and they are so affordable at a fraction of the cost. No bleed-thru on the pages and it has dark, smooth, high quality blue ink - critical for legal work. I love that these do not have the rubber gripper affecting nearly every pen in existence now because those hurt my hands and attract lint. Gross. Whereas these Amazon Basics Pens are smooth, easy to hold and have excellent longevity with none of them breaking inexplicably - as reported by other customers. Absolutely I recommend these pens and will definitely buy them again. So glad I took the chance on the fantastic budget price for the quantity because they are great household pens and good for work too! Great product, Amazon!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent pens for great value. These are my favorite!
*by B***N on November 1, 2025*

I normally wouldnt review a basic product like a simple pen, but I'm gonna take a minute to do so for these. I am very picky with my pens, I need certain ones for my handwriting to be clean and legible, and these Amazon Basics pens are that. They are smoothe, have perfect sized ball/tip for my liking, the ink is smoothe and doesnt seem to smear easily, and they are just simply tough. They also allow me to write very small and still be legible, which is key for the inspection reports I fill out constantly. For the price, getting 12 pens for $12 ($1/each) is a great price for these. Not sure what else I can say, but out of all the pens I buy to try out and find a decent writing utensils, these are by far the best for the price. If you lose one, or someone walks off with it, your only out $1. The clips also seem tough, I have others break easily and I need the clip so my pen is always on my shirt for quick access as I won't pit it in my pocket where it will break. These are excellent pens, I recommend them 100% so if you need a reliable pen that writes great for a low price, here they are.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ These pens are great!!
*by C***. on August 8, 2025*

Wow, these pens are excellent! First of all, what a bargain for all the pens you get and what you pay for them! These pens write so nice, smooth and feels great in the hand (comfortable). I was surprised at how well they write which is nice and dark with no skipping or smudging. And I've been doing a lot of writing so far and the ink is still inking! Overall, these I'm very pleased with these pens! Will definitely purchase again!

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