Ergo Sof Penagain Ballpoint Ink Pen

Pros

• Ergonomic finger cradle reduces writer's cramp and other stresses
• Comfortable Ergo Sof texture
• Large grips surface
• Compact size
• Stylish design

Cons

• Retractable cap can be accidentally opened in a pocket or purse
• Opening the cap is counter intuitive

Description

• The finger cradle acts like a crutch for the index finger.
• The thumb, index and middle fingers rest on the triangular body of the pen.
• The cap retracts to expose the ballpoint tip.
• An integrated, all purpose clip is attached to the pen.
• The Ergo Sof texture provides comfort and traction.

Guide Review - Ergo Sof Penagain Ballpoint Ink Pen

By using a unique finger cradle design the penagain uses the weight of the hand to apply all the necessary downward pressure. This removes the need for your fingers to grip the pen. Instead they just guide the pen tip.

By removing the need to grip the pen the chance of developing writer's cramp is virtually eliminated. It also uses a smaller range of motion. Those suffering from other wrist and hand related repetitive stress injuries may benefit from the reduced motion.

The finger cradle also subtly forces you to use better body mechanics. It is much harder to rest your wrist in a permanent location on the page. You need to move your wrist as you write and maintain a healthy natural wrist position.

The Ergo Sof texture is pleasing to the touch and provides good traction.

There are two minor drawbacks to the design.

First, the cradle does gently rub between the index and middle finger. The skin is sensitive and usually not touched. Irritation may occur until you get use to it.

Second, the cap is counter intuitive. You push the cap in to expose the ballpoint tip. You then have to press a button to close it.

This configuration can lead to accidental openings of the pen when carried in a purse, pocket or satchel.

However the cap mechanics are quick to learn and the irritation should pass after a short amount of use, and the benefits to writing posture greatly outweigh the minor irritations.