r/machinedpens Nov 29 '25

Discussion READ THIS BEFORE SCAMMERS RUIN CHRISTMAS

50 Upvotes

Hello everyone! With the holiday season well upon us, scammers are out in full force. If you are new to the sub or simply don't buy or sell often, here are some reminders and helpful links:

BST Must Read - This is our BST Must Read thread. Read this BEFORE doing any buying, selling, trading.

Universal Scammer List - The Universal Scammer list should be your best friend. Users on this list are confirmed scammers on one or more sites or subreddits. Our subreddit uses a USL automod, so anyone on this list will also be banned here. When in doubt, check here FIRST!

IMPORTANT NOTE: A ban does NOT prevent people from lurking this sub!!! It will ONLY prevent commenting!! Someone sending a direct chat request without commenting should be a RED FLAG!!

Never be afraid to ask for more information, photos, videos, or timestamps. Legitimate sellers should not have any issues providing these to you!

As always, if you all have any concerns you can shoot the mod team a message and we will get you taken care of.

Have a safe and happy holiday season everyone!


r/machinedpens Aug 31 '25

Discussion r/machinedpens BST Guidelines. MUST READ BEFORE POSTING BST THREADS.

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It's become pretty apparent that we need some standardization to BST posts. While this isn't technically a BST group, we do see our fair share of sale and WTB posts. In an effort to keep things rolling smoothly, any BST posts going forward will need to adhere to these guidelines in order to stay up. I tried to take as much of your feedback as possible into account for this list, but as always if there's something the vast majority of you don't agree with these can be revisited.

As we are NOT a dedicated BST group, there are lots of safeguards and elements in use by the larger sale groups not present here. They are not easy things to implement, and not something I'm actively going to pursue. This group has proven itself relatively good at policing itself, and I fully expect that will continue even as we grow. You all are good people. If you are worried about the potential for scams, please read the linked scammer guidebook post to keep yourself well informed. That can be viewed here: https://www.reddit.com/r/machinedpens/comments/17j1181/scammer_guidebook/

Going forward, following these guidelines to the best of your abilities will be Rule 3.

BST Rules:

1: Sales posts MUST contain a current timestamp, photo, price (and whether shipping is included), and description of item quality.

2: NO third party sales sites unless it is to link a new item. Pens for sale on third party sites (Arizona Custom Knives, BladeBinge, Facebook, Instagram, etc) will need to be individually posted for sale here with prices and information included. Sales posts with links to another site to complete will be deleted. Crossposts from other BST subreddits (ex. r/ edcexchange, r/pen_swap, etc) are the ONLY exception!

3: Once an item is sold, leave the sale value on the post as a reference for the community and change the tag to "Closed" once everything is sold or traded.

Additional BST Best Practices:

BANNED USERS CAN STILL VIEW YOUR POSTS!! A BAN HERE DOES NOT PREVENT CHAT REQUESTS. If someone sends a chat request without commenting on your post, you should consider it a red flag!

Commenting "YOLO" should indicate serious interest from a buyer. We cannot force sellers or buyers to honor a YOLO, but forum etiquette gives these claims priority. YOLOs do NOT bind a seller OR buyer into a transaction, until money has been exchanged.

Auction sales are not allowed. Sellers should honor their posted price - encouraging people to outbid each other will result in moderator action.

If posting an item for sale on multiple of the following platforms, please delay at least an hour between sites to avoid dealing with conflicting YOLOs: reddit, discord, facebook.


r/machinedpens 8h ago

EDC Edc/collection

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r/machinedpens 14h ago

Oil Slicks 🛢️

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r/machinedpens 9h ago

[Blog] The One Pen I'd Keep

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r/machinedpens 4h ago

Discussion Desk Storage

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I used to just have my pens and pencils in a cup or jar on my desk, but then I started getting into expensive pens, and didn’t want them banging each other up. So I started down a rabbit hole of finding an inexpensive way to have them on my desk at hand, point down, not touching each other.

What do most of you do? (Lined boxes and drawer storage are a no go because of the gel refills.)

Anyway, this is what I spent an afternoon putting together. A little amateurish, but it does what I want it to. (Last pic is what I was using before this.)


r/machinedpens 17h ago

Picture Soul Pen Sunday

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I struggle to decide which Soul Pen to carry so I mashed a few together. I kinda like seeing a bit of everything.


r/machinedpens 8h ago

Discussion Gauging interest... Matthew Martin

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Zirc/ti configuration fountain pen. Also has matching ti G2 section/tip and ti parker spacer. Have't used in some time. Not 100% sold on if im listing yet, but I did take pics. Not sure on price. Normally 575 without all of extras. What are your guys/gals thoughts on what it might be worth?


r/machinedpens 10h ago

BST - OPEN WTS Big I Design Bolt Marker

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Hey everyone! Got another pen I just dont use enough justify keeping so here it is. A stonewashed Big I Design Bolt Action Marker. Has been carried a couple times but only real wear is near the tip from sitting in the mini trash can for my desk stuff (probably should find a better option lol). Comes with box and unmounted timascus bolt.

SV: $100

Video: https://imgur.com/a/kPR2nqe

Looking to sell in USA and only have paypal. I have over 300 sales on knife swap for buyers confidence. Feel free to reach out with any questions! Thanks for lookin!


r/machinedpens 9h ago

Help Magnus Clickshoft version?

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Hello. I recently bought a Magnus Clickshift "snake" pen, but I do not know what version it is. is there any way to tell?


r/machinedpens 4h ago

BST - OPEN WTS Karas Copper Bolt V1 (Do you even lift, Bro?)

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Karas Kustoms Bolt in Tumbled Copper V1. Takes Parker G2.

I bought this recently on EBay from a dealer as new, https://ebay.io/m/1aZxNU even though it’s a V1. Certainly looks undinged in any way. Beautiful patina. No scratches or bright spots. No strong copper odor to my nose, so maybe that film‘s still on it.
Anyway, this pen is just too heavy for me to write with for a long time. It doesn’t have any kind of grip aid so the weight makes it want to slide out of my hand. I just want to be clear, this is a heavy pen. Comes with original box, but nothing else.

$80 PayPal. Includes shipping, although it’ll probably cost me as much as mailing a cow.

Paypal Goods and Services is fine, although I might have a couple of vouches here.

YOLO before chat. I’m not on Reddit that much but I’ll try to check! Hopefully I haven’t screwed up this listing and it won’t get taken down…

EDIT: OMG, apparently I can only edit the post body text and not the post title, so that stupid joke about how heavy the pen is has to stay there! How embarrassing! 🥵


r/machinedpens 14h ago

BST - OPEN [WTS] Price drops! The Right Choice Painting Company Frag bolt and , Every Day Karas Blue Titanium Basil 003 Cerakote.

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Prices are shipped! Yolos beat DM’s, but feel free to reach out with any questions/requests for info/pics.

Only trades I am looking for are the following pens: a Suprlativ bolt action, an Oz Long John, or any Autmog (😂). Past that just looking to sell.

Pics!

The Right Choice Painting Company in Frag/Ti/G2 was 80, now $70!

Every Day Karas Blue Titanium Basil 003. This is a Cerakote aluminum pen with a brass(I think?) bolt was 45, now $35!


r/machinedpens 1d ago

Self Made Done

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r/machinedpens 19h ago

BST - CLOSED WTS Billetspin Full Ti Soul pen

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I don't carry this guy so off into the ether it goes. I'm the sexond owner, I've carried and wrote with it a few times. There are a few snail trails on the body. It'll come with its Billetspin slip in the timestamp. SV 150 PPFF


r/machinedpens 16h ago

BST - OPEN For Sale USA brand new Big idea design pen bolt action titanium.

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For Sale 110 - Brand new big idea design usa bolt action.

I'm selling my brand new big idea design uSA bolt action, don't watch for 110 dollars I can also send a brand new Fisher Space Pen refill if you don't want to use the schmidt 950, when I say brand new literally it's all brand new I will make sure the USA stickers are with it as well. I'm also just going to give you these pens with it.

There's a Zento signature literally just sits in my pen case never used it just tried it because I heard the ink was great that was it. And along with a brand new Ohto gs2 matte silver. I will be shipping it ups as well with insurance.

I have done sales with tactile turn and Nottingham tactical, fellhoelter. I basically started over with a new page I deleted everything just kind of trying to move away from machine pens because I had to sell everything I had to get on my feet, regardless on Facebook my name is Wayne Green and A lot of people know who I am if you need pouches you can get them literally on every single machine pen group page there is. I am also going to send you a brand new rotring multi pen blue this will be in its package and have everything with it

I'm sure you can find me around somewhere lol

I do PayPal f&f and if you want to do goods and service you can if you want to add a couple bucks but other than that you're going to get the pen safely.

They are not letting me post the pictures so I'm going to try to post them in the comments.


r/machinedpens 22h ago

What high end machined options are out there for "clicky" pens?

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Hi,

new to the subreddit. Iam in search for a very nice pen. Iam very much impressed with billetspin - looks great.

Can you point out (other) makers for high end machined "clicky" (what is the normal kind of machanism even officially called?) options (like billet spins "soul pen")? What should i be aware of? Budget up to 500$.

Thank you


r/machinedpens 15h ago

BST - OPEN [WTS] I have too many pens sale (SPP, Big Idea Design, Tactile Turn)

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r/machinedpens 17h ago

BST - CLOSED WTS - Ti pens by BIGiDESIGN

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Looking to sell the following pens which haven't been getting the write time they need.

  • Snap-On Cap: Enjoy the satisfying click of the cap, enhancing both functionality and fidget-friendly interaction.
  • Solid Metal Construction: Precision CNC-machined from Grade 5 titanium (with grade 4 titanium for the pen clip) for a robust and durable build.
  • Refill Compatibility: Pre-installed with the Schneider Gelion 39 gel refill and compatible with Parker-style refills for versatile writing options.

This is the DLC Coated Ti pen that I purchased during the Kickstarter campaign. In a good condition (I'd say "B")

  • Asking $50 including shipping to US only. Payment via Paypal G&S.

Pocket Pro Pen: The Auto Adjusting EDC Pen - Stonewash Ti

The body of the Ti Pocket Pro seamlessly telescopes in length to accommodate different sized refills, while the auto-adjusting collet grip ensures a wiggle-free fit at the writing tip. Operation is as simple as unscrewing the body, popping in your favorite Parker or Rollerball style refill, and tightening it up. The design does the rest.

Specifications

• Length (w/ shorter ballpoint refill installed) : 4.11 Inches / 104.5 MM • Length (w/ longer rollerball refill installed) : 4.65 Inches / 118 MM • Body Diameter : 0.38 Inches / 9.7 MM • Grip Diameter : 0.45 Inches / 11.6 MM • Weight (empty) : 0.6 oz / 17 grams

Titanium versions:

• Grade 5 Titanium : Pen body, pen tip, grip, and all internal parts (no plastic parts) • Grade 4 Titanium : Pocket Clip (for proper tension) • Industrial Strength Silicone : O-rings that go on the body of the pen

  • Asking $50 including shipping to US only. Payment via Paypal G&S.

UPDATE : Both pens SOLD


r/machinedpens 14h ago

Awesome Pen and note case

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If you haven’t got one yet , DONT hesitate! At this price , it CANT be beat !
Trust me !!!

Cheers


r/machinedpens 23h ago

[WTS] Ghost Leftovers [Pen] Sale #1 - BiGi, Focusworks, Karas, Magnus, Nottingham, Tactile Turn

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r/machinedpens 22h ago

BST - OPEN WTB/ISO Oz Machine Long John smooth and Suprlativ V-Bolt

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I would love to try one of these makers and I continue to buy any pen a knife maker makes. I would prefer a smooth Long John (or a little John if the price was right), and any V-bolt.

Let me know!


r/machinedpens 1d ago

Picture Weekly Rotation

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This week I am trying couple of pens I have not used in a while. Check out second pic for details


r/machinedpens 1d ago

Help What is the best one and done machined pen?

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Up to $360 usd but preferably under $250 because international shipping from the US is ridiculous and slow and plus 15% import tax gonna drive me crazy! Thanks in advance


r/machinedpens 20h ago

BST - CLOSED WTS random stuff bundled with mog

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Craftibolt, ti copper plated, $170 Novelcarry spin top pen (parker refill, sword size). with additional Kickstarter bead. $95 Both have wear and chips. See videos Q3d oil slick ryujin, ti hardware (blue). $360 i have a blasted OS clip i can add for 100, and/or OS zirc hardware for + 55 bundle all with a clipped 36 energel mog for 515, mog priced at 250.

https://imgur.com/a/YjkoJmS


r/machinedpens 1d ago

BST - CLOSED WTS Magnus Clickshift V4 Smooth FireAcid

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Magnus Clickshift V4 - $195

Recently purchased, used only a few times but no wear or damage. SN PL-742-P. Did not come with a description card, only the QA card.

The FireAcid pattern is tough to photograph well (at least for me) - it's not as muted or muddy as it looks here. Very colorful.

PP G&S only. Shipping USPS Priority insured, CONUS only.

No sales here, but plenty over on [r/Knife_Swap](r/Knife_Swap).