--- product_id: 218599142 title: "Alfa Retractable Ballpoint Pens | Medium Point (1.0 mm) | Black Ink | 12 Count" brand: "paper mate" price: "€ 12.31" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.be/products/218599142-alfa-retractable-ballpoint-pens-medium-point-1-0-mm-black store_origin: BE region: Belgium --- # Black ink with silky, low-viscosity flow 1.0 mm medium point for precise, smooth writing Soft rubber grip for all-day comfort Alfa Retractable Ballpoint Pens | Medium Point (1.0 mm) | Black Ink | 12 Count **Brand:** paper mate **Price:** € 12.31 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🖊️ Write Boldly, Lead Confidently ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Alfa Retractable Ballpoint Pens | Medium Point (1.0 mm) | Black Ink | 12 Count by paper mate - **How much does it cost?** € 12.31 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.be](https://www.desertcart.be/products/218599142-alfa-retractable-ballpoint-pens-medium-point-1-0-mm-black) ## Best For - paper mate enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted paper mate brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Ink That Keeps Up:** Silky, low-viscosity black ink flows smoothly, ensuring your ideas never skip a beat. - • **Effortless Comfort:** Ergonomic soft rubber grip reduces hand fatigue during long meetings or study sessions. - • **Pocket-Safe Design:** One-click retractable mechanism protects pen tips and your essentials—no more ink stains or lost caps. - • **Precision Meets Speed:** Medium 1.0 mm tip delivers sharp, consistent lines for fast note-taking without sacrificing clarity. - • **Bulk Ready for Success:** Pack of 12 pens keeps your desk, bag, and team fully equipped—because running out is not an option. ## Overview The Paper Mate Alfa Retractable Ballpoint Pen features a reliable medium 1.0 mm tip with smooth, low-viscosity black ink for precise, effortless writing. Its soft rubber grip ensures comfort during extended use, while the retractable design protects your pen and belongings. Sold in a convenient 12-pack, these pens are perfect for professionals and students who demand consistent performance and style. ## Description Paper Mate pens offer vivid colors, smooth lines and enjoyable writing. Pick from a wide selection of ballpoint, gel, felt tip or erasable pens. It all started in the early in the 1940s, Patrick J. Frawley, an entrepreneur who saw opportunities, acquired a ballpoint pen parts manufacturer during a time when the ballpoint pen industry was struggling due to poor product performance and began the journey to find an improved ballpoint pen ink that would change the industry. Paper Mate was born and transformed the ballpoint pen industry with a revolutionary instant-drying ink that did not leak. This would be the start of Paper Mate's love for writing and road to become a global writing instrument brand with innovation at it's core. ## Features - Smooth-writing, reliable ballpoint pen; ideal for students and professionals - Medium 1.0 mm point delivers accuracy and speed; one-click retractable design protects pockets, bags and pencil cases - Soft Rubber Grip allows for comfortable note-taking in meetings, lectures and more - Silky, low-viscosity ink lets your thoughts and ideas flow freely - Order includes 12 Paper Mate retractable ballpoint pens with black ink ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Age Range Description | Adult | | Asin | B0859HDMBR | | Best Sellers Rank | 44,695 in Stationery & Office Supplies (See Top 100 in Stationery & Office Supplies) 524 in Retractable Ballpoint Pens | | Body Shape | rectangular, round | | Brand Name | Paper Mate | | Closure Type | Retractable | | Colour | Black | | Country Of Origin | China | | Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (2,713) 4.3 out of 5 stars | | Drill Point | Medium | | Grip Type | Rubber | | Included Components | Storage Case | | Ink Base | Water | | Ink Colour | Black | | Is The Product Left Or Right Handed | Ambidextrous | | Item Diameter | 1 Millimetres | | Item Weight | 0.11 Kilograms | | Line Size | 1 Millimeters | | Manufacturer | Newell Rubbermaid | | Material Type | graphite | | Model Name | Alfa | | Model Number | 2108130 | | Product Warranty | 1 Year Manufacturer | | Recommended Uses For Product | Writing | | Special Features | Retractable | | Style | Alfa | | Theme | Office Supplies | | Unit Count | 12.0 count | | Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant | | Writing Instrument Form | Ballpoint Pen | ## Product Details - **Age range (description):** Adult - **Brand:** Paper Mate - **Colour:** Black - **Ink colour:** Black - **Material:** graphite - **Model name:** Alfa - **Point type:** Medium - **Special feature:** Retractable - **Unit count:** 12.0 count - **Writing instrument form:** Ballpoint Pen ## Images ![Alfa Retractable Ballpoint Pens | Medium Point (1.0 mm) | Black Ink | 12 Count - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81OIILM0FjL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Bought a box of 12 paper mate pens and not a single one of them works. has anyone else received a box like that?** A: Did you remove the little protective caps on the rollerball ?? **Q: How long are these pens, and what is the approximate diameter of the barrel at its widest point?** A: Threw them away as they were dry and scratchy **Q: What is the length of these pens** A: Is this the same as the InkJoy 300RT ? If so then 14cm. **Q: Do they fit easily through the wire in an A6 notebook without ruining the notebook spirals as like to keep pen and notebook together** A: My notebook is A5 and only the arm will fit in the spirals, and it keeps the pen there. The pen is too thick for the whole of it to be inserted into the spirals ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ They work ok for a cheap pack. *by on Reviewed in the United Kingdom 18 October 2022* They do the job and even if you lose or someone steals or forgets to give it back it's not a great loss. I would definitely buy them again. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Remember to remove the little cap on rollerball *by on Reviewed in the United Kingdom 25 April 2023* Great pens for school. Grip to hold. Retractable. Write nicely.All these people saying they don't work....there is a little cap on the rollerball you need to nip off with thumb and fingernail on first use that seals in the ink. Then they all work. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Decent pens *by on Reviewed in the United Kingdom 8 May 2023* They nothing special but they cheap and donthr job for school ## Frequently Bought Together - Paper Mate Alfa Retractable Ballpoint Pens | Medium Point (1.0 mm) | Black Ink | 12 Count - Pukka Pad, A4 Metallic Jotta Book 3 Pack – 21 x 30cm – Wirebound Notebook with 8mm Lines and 80GSM Paper – Features 4-Hole Punch Margins and Perforated Edges - 200 Pages, Green - Pukka Pad, A5 Metallic Jotta Book 3-Pack for Home, School, and Office – 15 x 21cm – Wirebound Notebook with 8mm Lines and 80GSM Paper – Features Perforated Edges - 200 Pages, Green --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.be/products/218599142-alfa-retractable-ballpoint-pens-medium-point-1-0-mm-black](https://www.desertcart.be/products/218599142-alfa-retractable-ballpoint-pens-medium-point-1-0-mm-black) --- *Product available on Desertcart Belgium* *Store origin: BE* *Last updated: 2026-09-13*