I actually thought it was a spike "disguised" as a pen. I was kinda disappointed to find out it was actually just a pen. I carry it around sometimes but i'd much rather have a good knife at my side.

Very strong plastic. I doubt this thing is gonna break any time soon. I always keep it in my pocket just in case. 5 STARS

I just got my pen in the mail today and I surprised as to how big it was. Honestly, I was expecting something a little different. However, it still looks very effective for self-defense and the price is great.

pretty cool, kinda big, is made with a really strong plastic and is good for writing with lol

I can destroy entire blocks of ply wood with it. its really cool.

Wow, when I got this I must have had something else in mind. Size wise I mean. This thing is HUGE! By huge I mean just fat, it's length is typical of a marker but its thickness is crazy! I dont know if this would be practical to carry around since its so thick.

Anyways, nice writing ability. Not bad for $5!

Thanks trueswords!

i havent had touse it yet, but from the way it feels, i can tell that it would work well. cold steel was right to advertize the strength of Grivory, as this product is rock hard. as a marker, it works as well as any marker. for the price, id say it al adds upto a good deal.