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Parker Jotter Originals retro ballpoint pen set of 4 — gift idea

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Parker Jotter Originals retro ballpoint pen set of 4

Four click Jotters in glossy '90s colors: green, yellow, blue and magenta.

84/ 100
CTG scoreSafe betHow we score
Budget $15 to $30 Indicative range, today's price on the store
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Where it ranks in our guides

A medal marks a podium; the score on the right is the product’s score for that recipient.

Scores by criterion

Proven reliability 94
Satisfaction and consistency of user feedback over time.
Perceived value 79
How valuable it feels compared with the budget.
Bond and memory 76
What the gift says about the relationship, and what remains months later.
Originality 82
The opposite of the cliché expected for this recipient.
Novelty 78
Age of the product since it went on sale: top score for the first three months, then it declines over time.

Our verdict

84 / 100

Four recognizable Parker pens in retro colors feel generous without being expensive, and the nostalgic palette gives an ordinary desk item some personality.

Best forA friend, teen or coworker who likes color on their desk.
Best occasionSecret Santa, birthday, Christmas, back to school
Avoid ifIf they want a single executive pen for formal settings.
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Frequently asked questions

Which colors are included?

Green, yellow, blue and magenta.

Can I use gel refills?

Yes, they accept Parker gel refills as well as the included Quinkflow refill.

What is the body made of?

Scratch-resistant plastic.

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How we score

The CTG score out of 100 is the weighted average of five criteria rated for every product: proven reliability (36%), perceived value (18%), bond and memory (18%), originality (14%) and novelty (14%). Each criterion has its own published scale, identical for every product: it rates generously, because every product in our selection is already good. The score does not depend on the guide. 60 to 69: average gift. 70 to 77: good pick. 78 to 85: safe bet. 86 to 89: favorite. 90 and above: the perfect gift, a label reserved for excellent products that customers like, one winner per occasion. In a guide, the score for the recipient combines this score with the place in the ranking. The budget is an indicative range: the exact price is shown by the store at checkout. Read our full selection method →

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