Pens look like the BIC, but they are not the same. It is hard to write with. This is like fooling the customer.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from StaplesBy Staples, Social Media, June 12, 2026
Hi Charles, Thanks for reaching out to us about this. I'm sorry to hear you're dissatisfied with your Staples ProGel™ Retractable Gel Pens. I've received your feedback and have forwarded your comments as a suggestion for future improvement. ^LH