Please let me know which Fisher Space Pen item is retractable, therefore no need for a separate cap. What is the life of the ink cartridge that comes
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The AG7, the one used by NASA, is retractable. You press down on the top to extend the refill and press a side button to retract the refill. Very cool! It's a heavy pen, and it's more expensive than the Bullet.
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This pen is not retractable. I bought 2 of these pens as gifts. The people I gave then to told there good quality pens. This pens are diferent than other pens when it comes to ink life. It is all in the frequency you plan to use it for. The cartridge is guaranteed to not ever run out. As in "never". If it does Fischer will replace the cartridge.I hope this helps.
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no it is not retractable however that's not a problem the cap fits the pen perfectly and makes the pen fit and feel better in your hand. I don't know how long the ink will last but it seems forever I am still using the first ink but again its easy to get new ink at very low prices thru amazon. this is the best pen I have EVER had and would advise anyone to purchase one. hope this helps thank joe
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I've been carrying a 400 in my pocket since 1999 with the original filler. I use it when no other pen is available or I prefer not to touch what is available. It's original intended purpose was to fill out fishing catch records in the field under any conditions. It excels at this.
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The "Cap-O-Matic" is the retractable version. Cannot answer the second question as I have only been using mine sparingly about 3 months.
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Can't answer that. You might check your specific pen on the website at http://www.spacepen.com/cartridge.aspx
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I use my pen daily and the tips have lasted 6-7 months. I purchased the replacement caps without reading that the cap end was not replaceable. If you use both ends they both wear out, duh. Why would you only want to replacement ONE end. I like the pen but wouldn't buy another until they make BOTH caps replaceable.
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I can't be of much help...my daughter said that she just took the cap off with no problem and used it. She has since lost the marker, so I can't check it out for you. Maybe you got a bum marker? Sorry!
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I found a refill that works, although it has to be modified just a bit. The Penatia by Parker. It fits with the cap on and writes great. BUT you have to put a bit of wadded up paper (or whatever filler you want) in the tube. If you just put it in with the spring in there it will work, but have a springiness to it when you write. Others may find that okay, but I changed it. Works great now and was a 30 second fix. Well worth it for this great pen (especially after trying many others)!
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Not so well. You might want to go with a better option such as the fisher space pen.
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I have mine filled with a Fisher Space pen refill (blue, fine). It comes with the adapter for the Jotter and works very well.
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I do not believe Fisher makes that style of retractable pen most are clicker type. this is a Capo Matic
2011314
Its easy just pull the pen apart and pull the old cartridge out of its holder and stick the new one in there a little tuff sometimes to pull out but shouldn't harm it as an aircraft maintainer I use my aviator pen everday don't leave home without it. hope this helps you.
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I'm pretty sure you can order refills from the manufacturer. I'm not sure if another brand readily available from most office supply stores will work. After all, the cartridge is really the key to space pens, being pressurized etc.Google space pen refills or go to the manufacturers site. It seems like I received a reorder form for them with my pen.
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I keep my cap on, so I can't directly answer the question. However, the ink flow stays steady throughout the life of the cartridge and doesn't run or gum up like some other pens.
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The pen nib is not retractable. The pens cap is threaded and can be screwed in on both ends when the cap is either opened or closed.
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The ink is the Fisher pressurized cartridge. So it would be ideal for a Write in the Rain type paper. From their website: Fisher Space Pen's Sealed Pressurized Ink Cartridge Performs in temperatures from -30F to +250F, underwater, in zero gravity, at any angle-even upside down! The ultimate in dependability! The choice of ski patrols, search and rescue teams, law enforcement agencies, armed forces, and everyone who demands reliability in a writing instrument. It is a great writing ink! It is dense but smooth. Almost has a rubber or oil base feel.
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The point on this pen is not particularly fine, and is comparable to most ballpoints. It takes the PR-series cartridges, which are available in finer points: http://www.spacepen.com/cartridge.aspx I can't tell you how long they will last, as I've never had one run out before losing it. They will last for at least four months of heavy, daily use, as that's the longest I had one.
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It takes a standard Parker refill but it also can take a Fisher Space pen refill (which I recommend). Both of these can be purchased through Amazon.
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I think they only have a couple sizes, but the standard refill is the one you want. This Amazon link should get you there http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004O7AYYC/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?qid=1426307828&sr;=8-2&keywords;=fisher+space+pen+refillπ=AC_SY200_QL40
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As far as I know, the cartridges are no longer beeing made so with luck, ebay might be the place. I use the charge pump on the pen. At times it might get messy, but I allways have a full pen. Hope it helped.