# EDC Waterproof Ink Pens The Tactiv Bolt Action Pen is Equipped with Rite-In-The-Rain Ink By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-08-06 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tactiv-bolt-action-pen References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2021/08/05/this-extremely-rugged-edc-pen-works-in-temperature-range-of-30f-to-250f-and-even-underwater/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+yankodesign+%28Yanko+Design+-+Form+Beyond+Function%29) & [getkeysmart](https://www.getkeysmart.com/products/keysmart-pen) The Tactiv Bolt Action Pen is a durable writing utensil that's designed to be seamlessly incorporated into the everyday carry ([EDC](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wesn-bard)) of a professional or adventurer alike to enable seamless writing. The pen is equipped with Rite-In-The-Rain ink that is waterproof and will allow for writing in virtually any condition to accommodate an enhanced workflow. The pen itself is constructed with an aircraft-grade aluminum design along with a stainless steel pocket clip and a [copper ink cartridge](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twyst) to boot. The Tactiv Bolt Action Pen draws design inspiration from a firearm to further enhance the aggressive aesthetic of the writing utensil and is perfect for use in extreme conditions. This also includes the ability to continue functioning in temperatures as high as 250-degrees Fahrenheit and as low as -30-degrees Fahrenheit. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 10% | Activity: 20% | Freshness: 10% - 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) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Everyday Carry Pens:** Opportunity for companies to create EDC pens with durable materials and weather-resistant ink for professionals and adventurers. - **Aerospace-inspired Design:** Companies can incorporate firearm and aerospace-inspired designs into their products to create visually appealing and unique writing utensils. - **All-weather Ink:** Trend for creating ink that is waterproof and can withstand extreme temperatures to allow for use in any condition. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Stationery and Office Supplies:** Companies in the stationery industry can leverage the trend of every day carry pens and create pens with durable materials and all-weather ink. - **Adventure and Survival Equipment:** Companies in the adventure and survival equipment industry can incorporate aerospace-inspired designs into their products to create visually appealing and unique writing utensils for adventurers and preppers. - **Aerospace and Defense:** The aerospace and defense industry can leverage their materials and technology to create high-quality, durable and weather-resistant writing utensils that are ideal for everyday carry and outdoor activities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tactical Classic Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fisher-space-pen.md) - [Modular EDC Writing Utensils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rocketink-titanium-pocket-pen.md) - [Tactical Tool-Packed Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tekto-tak-pen.md) - [Modular Titanium EDC Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boltlite.md) - [Performance-Driven Pen Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/p3n-pen.md) - [Machined Metallic Writing Utensils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nomad-pen.md) - [Minimal Titanium Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aeon-ballpoint.md) - [Titanium Twist Ballpoint Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bolen.md) - [Multi-Functional EDC Tool Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/edc-tool-pen.md)