# Machined Metallic Writing Utensils The Nomad Pen Has a Solid Metal Body for a Weighted Feel By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-11-10 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nomad-pen References: [blessthisstuff](https://www.blessthisstuff.com/stuff/wear/acessories/nomad-pen/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+blessthisstuff%2FEGlC+%28Bless+This+Stuff%29) & [nomadgoods](https://nomadgoods.com/products/pen)  Premium writing utensils have once again become a staple of the professional's [everyday carry (EDC)](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flintone), so the [Nomad](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nomad-keyboard) Pen has been designed to offer just that with a distinctly demure design. The pen features a solid metal body that has been machined to perfection and boasts a smooth click button mechanism to maximize its sleek, durable feel in the hand. The pen is paired with a [Schmidt](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aeon-ballpoint) EasyFLOW 9000 ink cartridge that promises to deliver a smooth writing experience over paper and won't dry out if left open. The Nomad Pen is priced at $49 and is likely to be a must-have amongst avid fans of the brand as well as newcomers seeking out a stylish way to maintain their productivity. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 56% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 11% - 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) > [Modern](https://www.trendhunter.com/modern) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Writing Utensil EDC:** The trend towards premium writing utensils as a part of everyday carry gear presents an opportunity to create disruptive innovation by incorporating multi-functional features into writing instruments. - **Machined Metallic Design:** The trend towards using solid, durable metal for writing utensil bodies presents an opportunity to create disruptive innovation by integrating futuristic designs and customization options. - **Smooth Writing Experience:** The trend towards incorporating high-quality ink cartridges into premium writing utensils presents an opportunity to create disruptive innovation by using innovative ink formulas that improve the writing experience. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Stationery:** The stationery industry, particularly the premium writing utensil sector, can benefit from trends in writing utensil EDC and machined metallic design by incorporating innovative designs that incorporate multi-functional features and customization options. - **Office Supplies:** Office supply companies can capitalize on the trend towards premium writing utensils and smooth writing experiences by incorporating high-quality ink cartridges into their products, and developing new ink formulas that offer an enhanced writing experience. - **Personal Accessories:** The personal accessories industry can benefit from the trend towards writing utensil EDC by developing products that incorporate multi-functional features and are optimized for different lifestyles and work environments. ## 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) - [Elevated Ballpoint Pen Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paperlux-studio.md) - [Precision-Engineered EDC Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wesn-bard.md) - [Modular EDC Writing Utensils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rocketink-titanium-pocket-pen.md) - [Minimalist Stainless Steel Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uno-xl-stainless-steel-pen-for-pilots-hitecc-refills.md) - [Featherweight Writing Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/typec-ultra.md) - [Minimalist Professional Writing Utensils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ystudio-stat-series.md) - [Weighted Luxury Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/channel-point-pen-dot.md)