After writing with a nice pen, it’s hard to go back to freebie plastic ones. A quality writing utensil will also make you look more professional in meetings, interviews, and etc. This Cross ATX Rolling Ball Pen is not a Lion in the pen food chain (high-end pens can quickly get in the thousands), but certainly a major upgrade from a Bic. At $55 it makes an affordable gift and it comes in a boutique quality box, which is helpful if gifting is your intention.

GET IT: $55