Some pens glide. This one, rather charmingly, floats. The Pentel Floatune Ballpoint Pen introduces a new kind of writing experience—one that feels almost detached from the page, as though the usual resistance has quietly taken its leave.

At the heart of this sensation lies Pentel’s cleverly named “overflow technology”, pairing a smooth-flowing ink system with a subtle cushioning effect that softens contact as you write. The result is a remarkably low-friction glide—effortless, controlled, and just a touch indulgent.

Visually, it remains understated: a soft interplay of white and grey, with a form that avoids unnecessary fuss. Even the mechanism is designed to be unobtrusive, ensuring nothing interrupts your focus—not sound, not friction, not even the pen itself.

What Makes It Work So Well:

• A Genuinely Floating Writing Feel: The specialised ink and flow system always reduce friction to a minimum—writing feels smooth, light, and almost effortless.
• Quiet, Distraction-Free Design: From its noiseless mechanism to its calm, minimal aesthetic, it never interrupts your concentration.
• Engineered for Comfort and Control: The cushioning effect softens contact as you write, making longer sessions feel easier and more fluid.

Details

• Dimensions: W14mm x H11mm x D147mm
  
• Ball diameters: 0.3mm, 0.4mm, 0.5mm
  
• Materials: Recycled PC, ABS, Resin plating, Elastomer, Iron
  
• Country of Origin: Japan