Even when you're on the move and it's difficult to take out a pen, you can draw lines and take notes just by putting it on your thumb. The "Thumb Pen" is a reading companion that can also be used as a bookmark. It was invented by Keiichiro Hirano in 2014 and was finally commercialized in 2021!
"A Man" comes in a glossy grey, while "Matinee" comes in two colours, yellow and blue, to match the book's cover.
[From Keiichiro Hirano]
" The 'Thumb Pen', known only to those in the know (!), is making a surprising comeback. I invented it based on a guitar thumb pick and made it using a 3D printer. I used to hand them out as gifts at autograph signings! "
[From Hitoshi, the person in charge of production]
"I started designing the Thumb Pen when I was a student at the request of Mr. Hirano, and we made many prototypes in pursuit of the writing comfort. We were not even able to sell the Thumb Pen at the time, so I'm very happy that thanks to Cork we are now able to sell it."
[Product highlights and features]
★ A new reading item, the "Thumb Pen," that lets you underline and take notes even while on the move.
Keiichiro Hirano came up with the idea for the "Thumb Pen" while looking at the "thumb picks" that are popular among guitarists. Just by placing it on your thumb, it becomes a "pen." Keiichiro Hirano also endorsed this item for its surprisingly smooth writing experience.
★ It can also be used as a bookmark when closing a book.
Even when filled to the tip, it is a mini size of 3.4cm x 1.7cm. One of the great things about thumb pens is that they are easy to carry around in any situation, but they can also be used as bookmarks in books. The three-dimensional bookmarks are also nice, and the presence of the thumb pen that matches the book cover is addictive.
★ Available in three color variations: "A Certain Man" glossy gray and "Matinee" yellow-blue.
We have prepared three colors to match the book covers of Hirano's works. "A Certain Man" features the engraved lines of "A Certain Man" against a glossy gray that tightens the atmosphere of the book cover. "Matinee" comes in two colors with the same striking book cover of yellow and blue, and both have the word "Matinee" engraved on them.
Price: 600 yen (tax included)
Delivery period: From December 24th onwards
[Product Specifications]
Size: Approx. 3.4cm x 1.7cm x 1.0cm thick
Thumb pen body material: Nylon (+ refill)
Please note:
・Do not use for anything other than writing.
-Do not leave within reach of small children.
・Please avoid writing with the pen tip pointing above horizontal as this may cause ink to leak.
-Since oil-based ink is used, it may not come off if it gets on clothing, etc.
- Do not place in direct sunlight or in a high temperature location.
・There is a resin ball on the tip of the pen. Be sure to remove the resin ball from the tip of the pen before use. Hold down the tip of the pen while removing the resin ball.
・The Thumb Pen does not have a cap due to its design, which assumes it will be placed between the pages of a book or notebook like a bookmark. We recommend storing it in a book or notebook. If you store it in any other way , please be careful of ink transfer from the exposed tip .
Please be careful not to apply too much force to the product or drop it or subject it to shock as this may cause it to break.
・If the tip of the pen comes off from the main body, you can put it back on yourself without any problems.
・When replacing the refill, please purchase Pilot Birdie Switch Ballpoint Pen Refill Fine 0.7mm Black BTRF-8F. Refills are also sold on this page of the Cork Store.