Pen-Tech Competitors

Faber-Castell is one of the world’s leading companies for high-quality products for writing, drawing and creative design as well as decorative cosmetic products. With more than two billion pencils and coloured pencils per year and around 6,500 employees, Faber-Castell is the world’s leading manufacturer of wood-cased pencils. Nowadays the company is represented in over 120 countries and has its own production sites in ten countries as well as sales companies in 22 countries. Founded in 1761, Faber-Castell is one of the oldest industrial companies in the world and has been owned by the same family for nine generations. The company owes its leading position on the international market to its traditional commitment to the highest quality, its environmental leadership and the large number of product innovations.

For over 70 years, Pentel has supplied the world with the highest quality products. We are a leader in innovation with a commitment to excellence. Pentel is the only writing instrument company to receive the Deming Award for recognition of the highest standard of quality. Pentel invented roller ball technology...the smoothest way to express ideas. Pentel pioneered graphite lead and our Super Hi-Polymer Lead is the market leader. Our mechanical pencil inventions remain the hallmark of the industry. We take pride in our craftsmanship. Every Pentel mechanical pencil, lead, eraser, pen and correction fluid is manufactured by our own factories. No other manufacturer can match this commitment to manufacturing excellence. We are as committed to quality products as we are to education and worthwhile causes. We sponsor numerous educational programs and donate products to libraries, schools and organizations of need. Pentel proudly offers a environmentally friendly line of writing instruments, Recycology. Our product's dozen boxes, master cartons and blister cards are printed on recycled and recyclable materials. Pentel is working with you to create a healthier environment. At Pentel, your satisfaction is guaranteed. Every product is backed with a lifetime warranty against defects in materials and workmanship. Past, present and future, Pentel offers superior quality, innovative products and the maximum value for every dollar spent.

Founded in 1846, the Cross is a global branded accessories company based in Providence, Rhode Island. Building on a rich tradition of its award-winning writing instruments and reputation for American quality, craftsmanship and service, the Company also markets timepieces, personal accessories, digital pens and readers. The company’s innovative products appeal to a growing market of consumers who desire distinctive accessories that enhance their image and facilitate their lifestyle.