# Sophisticated Aluminum Pens The EDC Pen by Everyman is Luxurious Crafted for Your Breast Pocket By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2015-11-17 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aluminum-pen References: [thegadgetflow](http://thegadgetflow.com/portfolio/grafton-perfect-edc-pen/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/73104350/grafton-the-perfect-edc-pen?utm_source=GadgetFlow&utm_medium=GadgetFlow&utm_campaign=GadgetFlow) It could be argued that the days of requiring a pen to be with you at all times are over, but when it comes to an aluminum pen that you'll be more than thankful you've got on-hand, the EDC Pen by Everyman is sure to fit the bill. Crafted entirely out of aluminum to give it weight and durability, the EDC Pen by Everyman comes in either black or silver and is designed to be a pen you carry with you everyday and something you slip into your pocket like your smartphone or wallet (hence the name: [everyday carry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wolf-fang-20) [EDC]). Able to be refilled with [ink cartridges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/refillable-writing-pen) you'll be able to find easily the EDC Pen by Everyman aluminum pen makes an ideal gift for the boss. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 29% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Aluminum Pens:** The trend for high-quality, durable and versatile aluminum pens is growing. - **Everyday Carry Accessories:** The trend for practical and stylish everyday carry accessories, including pens, is on the rise. - **Refillable Ink Cartridges:** The trend for reusable and eco-friendly refillable ink cartridges for pens is increasing. ### Where This Applies - **Stationery and Office Supplies:** Stationery and office supplies companies can capitalize on the trend for high-quality aluminum pens by creating their own range of products. - **Gift and Luxury Item Retail:** Gift and luxury item retailers can take advantage of the trend for stylish and practical everyday carry accessories by stocking high-end aluminum pens. - **Sustainability and Eco-friendly Products:** Companies producing eco-friendly products, including refillable ink cartridges, can benefit from the trend towards reusable and sustainable stationery products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Performance-Driven Pen Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/p3n-pen.md) - [Minimal Titanium Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aeon-ballpoint.md) - [Modular EDC Writing Utensils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rocketink-titanium-pocket-pen.md) - [Precision-Engineered EDC Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wesn-bard.md) - [Elevated Ballpoint Pen Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paperlux-studio.md) - [Multi-Functional EDC Tool Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/edc-tool-pen.md) - [Flatpack Everyday Carry Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hancept-zero-mk2.md) - [Micro-Sized Multitool Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minipen.md) - [Featherweight Writing Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/typec-ultra.md)