# Futuristic Weapon Stationery The Ray Gun Acme Pen Belongs in the Jetsons' Home Office By Meghan Young | Published 2011-02-26 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ray-gun-acme-pen References: [neatorama](http://www.neatorama.com/2011/02/23/ray-gun-pen/) & [neatoshop](http://www.neatoshop.com/product/Ray-Gun-Acme-Pen) I'm pretty sure the Ray Gun Acme Pen is something George Jetson would have had in his home study. This cartoon-looking, [futuristic writing tool](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/otona-no-yaruki-pen) will surely add a playful element to your own office (home or work) while also solidifying your love for all things sci-fi. Brought to you by the Neatoshop, the Ray Gun Acme Pen was designed by Ben Hall for the [Acme Studio](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/centro-west). Filled with [black ink](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bic-gelocity-gel-pens), it also comes with an illustrated gift box. It is priced at $129.95. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 21% | Activity: 10% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Futuristic Stationery:** The trend towards playful or sci-fi-inspired writing tools could be a disruptive opportunity for brands to create innovative and unique products and packaging. - **Office Accessories as Expression:** The trend of using office accessories as a form of expression could lead to innovative products aimed at an audience seeking to add personality to their workspaces. - **Nostalgia and Playfulness:** The trend of nostalgia and playfulness in design is an opportunity for designers and brands to create products that capture consumers' attention and establish a connection with their childhood memories and interests. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Stationery Industry:** The stationery industry could take advantage of the trend towards playful and innovative writing tools, exploring new materials and design possibilities. - **Gift Industry:** The gift industry could benefit from the trend towards playful and unique products that are easy to package and ship, offering consumers a range of options centered on the nostalgia and personality of the product. - **Design Industry:** The trend towards nostalgia and playfulness in design could be a great opportunity for designers to experiment with new materials, forms and color schemes, creating innovative products across industries. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Superhero-Inspired Pen Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-flash.md) - [Floating Futuristic Writing Utensils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/levitating-pen.md) - [Filmmaker-Approved Writing Utensils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/montblanc-x-wes-anderson.md) - [Space-Inspired Hovering Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/levitating-pen-30.md) - [Suspended Writing Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoverpen.md) - [Machined Metallic Writing Utensils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nomad-pen.md) - [Striking Writing Tool Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zenith7-desk-pen.md) - [Ceremonious Writing Utensils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aestus-signature-pen.md) - [Elevated Ballpoint Pen Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paperlux-studio.md)