# Paper Mate Flexgrip Ultra Retractable Ballpoint Pens, Red, Medium 1.0 mm, 12 Pack

Paper Mate Flexgrip Ultra retractable ballpoint pens come in a 12-pack with red ink and a medium 1.0 mm point. A textured grip and full-length rubber barrel are intended to support comfort, while the broad point suits bold, clearly defined writing.

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- Market: UK
- Language: en-GB
- Currency: GBP
- Brand: Paper Mate
- Model: Flexgrip Elite
- Category: Office & Stationery > Stationery & Writing
- Price: 14.29 GBP
- Previous price: 23.08 GBP
- Discount: 38%
- Price checked: 2026-11-12T19:21:22.893Z
- Rating: 4.6 / 5
- Reviews: 8084

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## At a glance

- Retractable ballpoint design in red ink, with a medium 1.0 mm line size.
- The listing describes a textured grip and full-length rubber barrel for comfort in different holding positions.
- The 1.0 mm point is described as producing bold, well-defined lines.

## Pros

- Retractable construction makes the pen convenient to deploy and put away without a separate cap.
- The rubber barrel and textured grip are intended to make it more comfortable to hold during writing.
- Red ink and a medium point suit writing where noticeable, defined lines are useful.

## Specifications

### Identity and writing
- Brand: Paper Mate
- Model: Flexgrip Elite
- Pen type: Ballpoint Pen
- Ink colour: Red
- Point type: Medium
- Line size: 1.0 mm
- Closure: Retractable
- Grip type: Textured
- Handedness: Ambidextrous
- Ink base: Hybrid
### Materials and protection
- Material listed: Metal
- Water resistance listed: Not Water Resistant
### Dimensions and weight
- Dimensions listed: 11 x 16 x 144 millimetres
- Weight listed: 0.01 Kilograms

## Before you buy

- The listing calls the product Flexgrip Ultra in its title but gives Flexgrip Elite as the model name. It also labels the water resistance as both “Waterproof” under special features and “Not Water Resistant” in the detailed specifications. Confirm the exact product identity and water-related claim in the selected listing. Customer feedback also reports mixed reliability, ink duration and views on the ink colour, so suitability for critical or prolonged writing may depend on individual experience.

## In the box

- 12 Paper Mate Flexgrip Ultra ballpoint pens, medium 1.0 mm (Included): The explicit contents list states a 12-piece set. The title names the pens as Flexgrip Ultra, while the model field says Flexgrip Elite.

## A good fit for

- People who want a retractable red ballpoint for everyday writing or marking.
- Writers who prefer a textured grip and a medium 1.0 mm point.

## Less suited to

- Buyers who need a confirmed waterproof pen or dependable ink life for critical, uninterrupted use.
- Those seeking fine-point writing rather than a medium 1.0 mm line.

## Customer feedback

Customer feedback commonly praises writing smoothness, comfort, grip and perceived quality, while reports about reliability and ink duration vary, including accounts of pens stopping or running out quickly. Ink-colour impressions are also mixed. These views are relevant to a retractable pen offered for everyday writing, but do not establish how any individual pen will perform. The listing identifies red ink and a medium 1.0 mm point, so check that the selected variant matches the intended use.
- Positive themes: Customers report comfortable handling and smooth writing.
- Positive themes: Some customers praise the grip and perceived quality.
- Positive themes: Some customers consider the pens good value.
- Mixed feedback: Reliability and ink duration receive mixed feedback, with some reports of pens failing or running out quickly.
- Mixed feedback: Customer views on the ink colour are mixed.

## Frequently asked questions

### What type of pen is this?
It is listed as a retractable ballpoint pen with red ink and a medium 1.0 mm line size.
### Is the pen described as waterproof?
The listing conflicts on this point: one special-feature field says “Waterproof” while the water-resistance field says “Not Water Resistant”. Check the selected listing before relying on water resistance.
### What does customer feedback say about writing and comfort?
The supplied feedback describes smooth writing, comfort and grip positively. Reports about reliability and how long the ink lasts are mixed.

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