# Space-Inspired Drafting Pens The Apollo Technical Pen and Drafting Scale Has Style and Precision By Michael Nieto | Published 2013-12-03 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drafting-pens References: [kickstarter](http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/roxtarlabs/the-apollo-technical-pen-and-drafting-scale) & [apollopens](http://www.apollopens.com) The [Apollo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dsky-moonwatch) is one of the most technical drafting pens along with the drafting scale. Its name 'Apollo' is space-inspired to have a futuristic sleek design. It is also considered the most versatile technical pen for many uses. The pen contains 50+ precision-point refills, supports [modular upgrades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rocketink-titanium-pocket-pen) and has an [aerospace-grade titanium](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bolen) and marine-grade stainless steel design. This utensil would be most appropriate for architects and designers who aims to provide the best possible user experience. It's a must-have for every designer who wants to have precision in their work at all times. Drafting pens that have a comfortable and sophisticated feel have a much better advantage to create the best designs possible. The Apollo aims to be the ultimate drafting tool for all professional users. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 11% | Activity: 51% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Space-inspired Design:** The Apollo pen's futuristic design showcases a trend towards space-inspired aesthetics, presenting opportunities for designers and manufacturers to create innovative products with a sleek and modern look. - **Modular Upgrades:** The Apollo pen's support for modular upgrades demonstrates a growing trend towards customizable and adaptable products, opening up opportunities for manufacturers to create versatile tools that can be tailored to individual users' needs. - **Precision-point Refills:** The Apollo pen's use of precision-point refills highlights a trend towards enhanced accuracy and performance in drafting tools, presenting opportunities for pen manufacturers to develop high-quality refills that cater to the demands of professionals. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Architecture:** The Apollo pen's precise and versatile design makes it an ideal tool for architects, opening up innovation opportunities for manufacturers to create pens specifically tailored to architectural drafting needs. - **Industrial Design:** The Apollo pen's sleek and modern aesthetic, combined with its precision and versatility, offers opportunities for designers in the industrial design industry to utilize it as a tool for creating innovative and cutting-edge designs. - **Stationery and Office Supplies:** The Apollo pen's advanced features and high-quality materials make it an attractive offering in the stationery market, providing opportunities for manufacturers to tap into the demand for premium, professional-grade drafting pens. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ergonomic 3D-Printed Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dprinted-pen.md) - [Elevated Ballpoint Pen Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paperlux-studio.md) - [Ceremonious Writing Utensils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aestus-signature-pen.md) - [Performance-Driven Pen Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/p3n-pen.md) - [Three-in-One Writing Utensils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tp-pen.md) - [Suspended Writing Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoverpen.md) - [Machined Metallic Writing Utensils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nomad-pen.md) - [Dual-Functioning Mechanical Pencils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-penpass.md) - [Elegant Everlasting Pencils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stilform-aeon.md)