Way out West (incorporating Way up North)

the pen is envy

Few people realise the significance of the humble Sharpie in the world of the techy; if you know what I am talking about, a fibre tip permanent marker, most commonly available in black or blue. They are invaluable for many purposes, from marking up lighting and sound desks to labelling cables. The hip and fashion conscious techy will inevitably have a Sharpie taped or clipped to the lanyard hanging round his or her neck.

In America (home of the Sharpie), there is a bewildering array of pens available (see Ill.), colours and shapes beyond imagining. I am now very popular...

posted by Lampy @ 1/25/2007 10:31:00 pm