Which EDC Pen Should You Buy?

The best everyday carry pen is one that fits how and where you carry it. Everyman’s Grafton range includes three main options: the full-size Grafton, the Grafton Mini, and the Grafton Mini Twist. Each is made from 6061-T6 aerospace-grade aluminum and backed by Everyman’s Designed for Life guarantee, but their size, mechanism, weight, and refill compatibility differ.

Choose the full-size Grafton if you want a traditional writing length and the widest refill compatibility. It measures 5.7 inches, weighs 0.9 ounces, and uses a fast click-action mechanism. Its internal spring and spacer system accepts Pilot G2, Parker, Fisher Space Pen, Monteverde, Uniball Jetstream, Bic Gel, and Everyman Metal Gel refills. This makes it the most versatile choice for office work, field notes, and anyone who already has a preferred refill.

Choose the Grafton Mini if pocketability is your priority. At 4.9 inches and 0.8 ounces, it is the lightest and most compact click-action Grafton. It fits comfortably in a front pocket, notebook, or compact everyday carry kit. The Mini accepts Everyman Mini Click Metal Gel, Fisher Space Pen, and Rite in the Rain refills, but it does not accept Pilot G2 or Parker refills.

Choose the Grafton Mini Twist if you want a compact pen that will not deploy accidentally in your pocket. It measures 5.1 inches, weighs 1 ounce, and uses a deliberate twist mechanism instead of a click top. It accepts Parker, Fisher Space Pen, Monteverde, Uniball Jetstream, Bic Gel, and Everyman Metal Gel refills. Pilot G2 refills do not fit.

For maximum refill choice, select the full-size Grafton. For the lightest everyday carry, choose the Mini. For quiet, secure twist deployment, choose the Mini Twist. Browse the collection below to compare available materials, colors, and finishes.

The specifications above are based on the current Original Grafton, Grafton Mini, and Mini Twist product pages.