# Prankster Writing Utensils Take Care of Unsuspecting Bullies With the Squirt Gun Pen By Matt Ho | Published 2011-02-21 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/squirt-gun-pen References: [neatorama](http://www.neatorama.com/2011/02/18/squirt-gun-pen/) & [neatoshop](http://www.neatoshop.com/product/Squirt-Gun-Pen) The Squirt Gun Pen should bring back the mischievous child that you were during school. The appropriately named writing utensil lets out a spray of water on unsuspecting teachers who graded you poorly. Water enters from the top, and with the push of a button on the clip, you'll sprinkle some H20 on bullies who gave you a wedgie without them noticing! The Squirt Gun Pen is available for sale at Neatoshop. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.4/10 - Popularity: 1% | Activity: 4% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Prankster Writing Utensils:** Innovation in the novelty writing utensil industry could provide new tools for play and humor in the office place. - **Sneaky Office Gadgets:** There is an opportunity for businesses to create secret gadgets that allow employees to prank or joke in the workplace, promoting camaraderie. - **Childhood Nostalgia Products:** There is a growing trend of products that allow consumers to channel the playful, carefree spirit of their youth. ### Where This Applies - **Stationery Industry:** Innovative new writing utensils that have a playful twist offer exciting new marketing opportunities for the classic pen and paper stationery industry. - **Office Supply Industry:** There is an opportunity for office supply companies to tap into the desire for whimsy and fun in the workplace by offering unique, playful gadgets. - **Nostalgia Industry:** The Squirt Gun Pen and other nostalgic products that tap into childhood memories present a marketing opportunity for companies targeting consumers seeking a playful, youthful escape from the stresses of adult life. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Power-Free Water Blasters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spyralx.md) - [Gamified Writing Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/otona-no-yaruki-pen.md) - [Anti-Gun Water Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/antigun-water-toys-jayhayspray20-promotes-change-in-societys-relationship-w.md) - [Triple-Mode Powered Water Blasters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spyrathree.md) - [Tactical Classic Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fisher-space-pen.md) - [Unique Writing Instruments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graphite-paintbrush-writing-instrument.md) - [10-in-1 Multifunctional Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multak.md) - [Seamless Silicone Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twist-pen.md) - [Synchronous Firing Water Guns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/synchronous-firing-water-gun.md)