# Custom Counterbalancing Pens CB + P by Bobby Davis Does Not Follow a One-Size-Fits-All Model By Meghan Young | Published 2014-05-02 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cb-p-by-bobby-davis References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2014/04/30/a-poised-pen-of-proportion/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/179537728/cb-p-counterbalance-pen) Younger generations may not appreciate the weight and balance of a good pen, but for those who still opt to use such writing tools from time to time, the CB + P by Bobby Davis is just for them. The Minneapolis, Minnesota-based designer has created a chic pen that rival its luxe competitors on a very personal level. It offers a way to customize the balance for the specific person it is being used by. Foregoing the one-size-fits-all model, CB + P by Bobby Davis achieves this customized touch through the use of a brass sliding counterbalance. This added accessory is not only practical, it adds a nice visual touch to the aluminum-machined writing tool. It is designed around the Hi-Tec-C refill and is compatible with the Fisher Space Pen refill. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 30% | Activity: 52% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Customizable Writing Tools:** There is an opportunity for designers to create customizable writing tools that cater to individual preferences and needs. - **Personalized Accessories:** The integration of customizable accessories in personal items, such as pens, offer a unique and personal touch. - **Counterbalancing Technology:** Incorporating counterbalancing technology in a variety of products can enhance their functionality and user experience. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Office Supplies:** The office supply industry can benefit from the creation of customizable pens and other writing tools that cater to personal preferences and ergonomic needs. - **Luxury Goods:** Luxury brands can explore the integration of personalized accessories, like counterbalancing technology, to add a unique and exclusive touch to their products. - **Product Design:** Product designers can leverage customizable features, such as the sliding counterbalance in the CB + P pen, to create innovative and user-centric products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dental Instrument-Inspired Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handwriting-tool.md) - [Elevated Ballpoint Pen Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paperlux-studio.md) - [Performance-Driven Pen Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/p3n-pen.md) - [Ergonomic 3D-Printed Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dprinted-pen.md) - [Featherweight Writing Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/typec-ultra.md) - [Miniature Heritage-Inspired Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/montblanc-baby-pens.md) - [Three-in-One Writing Utensils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tp-pen.md) - [Striking Writing Tool Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zenith7-desk-pen.md) - [Luxurious Writing Instruments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/writing-instruments.md)