America's favorite, #1 selling, longest lasting gel ink pen brand
The premium, super smooth G2 provides an unsurpassed writing experience
Quick-drying, archival safe black gel ink helps prevent smudges and smears
Latex-free, ergonomic comfort grip helps decrease hand fatigue
Retractable and refillable for continued use
Includes 5 Bold Point (1.0mm) Pilot G2 black ink gel pens
Description
Pilot G2 is the ultimate pen for everyday overachievers. This premium gel pen writes smoothly and comfortably, has been proven to last longer than the average of competitive gel ink brands, and is the #1 Selling gel ink brand in America. Available in four point-sizes, 41 color options, and striking barrel design collections in a range of vibrant colors, there's sure to be a G2 perfectly suited to you. G2 also helps fund the annual $100,000 G2 Overachievers Grant and $15,000 G2 Overachievers Student Grant, awarded to an individual who goes above and beyond to improve their community. Pilot is proud to have supported these overachievers, and will have donated over $1 Million to G2 Overachievers Grant winners by the end of 2025 to help them increase the impact of their selfless overachievement.
Ink Color: Black
Point size: 1.0mm
Package Quantity: 5
TCIN: 90067216
UPC: 072838313034
Item Number (DPCI): 081-02-7004
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Shipping details
Estimated ship dimensions: 7.16 inches length x 3.5 inches width x 0.7 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.18 pounds
Return details
This item can be returned to any Target store or Target.com.
This item must be returned within 90 days of the date it was purchased in store, delivered to the guest, delivered by a Shipt shopper, or picked up by the guest.
The Pilot G2 pens are highly praised for their smooth writing experience, comfortable grip, and quick-drying ink, making them ideal for everyday use. Guests appreciate the bold ink that produces clean lines without smudging, especially beneficial for left-handed users. The pens are refillable, adding to their value, and they come in a convenient two-pack. Despite some concerns about ink leakage, the overall performance and durability make these pens a favorite among many.
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7 recommendations
5 out of 5 stars
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20 August, 2026Verified purchase
Best pens ever...
I love these pens. I’m still a person who takes notes and just this type everything in and these are my go to pens.
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5 out of 5 stars
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14 August, 2026Verified purchase
My Favorite Everyday Pen
My favorite everyday pen. I’m an artist and stationary nerd. I love these. I initially loved the .7 size, but the 1.0 is the best! I have spread the love, converting a super type A, everything labeled, organized, etc. If she was immediately impressed, that speaks volumes.
Elizabeth
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5 out of 5 stars
17 July, 2026Verified purchase
Best pen!!
I’ve only been using these pens since I was in high school. Wouldn’t write w any other
RH
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5 out of 5 stars
10 July, 2026
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Love these pens, writes great and repurchased many times.
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1 out of 5 stars
30 May, 2026
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Worst pens I've ever used in my life. Doesn't write smooth, point is way too sharp, drags because of the point/tip. I don't know where the good reviews are coming from. Must be AI or people who never actually write regularly. Save your money, buy BIC or even Staples brand, so much better.
Michael
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5 out of 5 stars
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29 May, 2026Verified purchase
Great Gel Pens Make Writing a Pleasure
These are great! Bought after a USPS warning of check scrubbing. Gel pens are recommended since they don't wash off that easily. My writing is improving from age related scribble. Highly recommend.
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5 out of 5 stars
11 January, 2026
originally posted on Pilot Corporation of America
Simple. Effective. Perfect.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] These pens are tried and true: lightweight, smooth across all surfaces, and a beautiful output without much smudging. Don’t mess with perfection.
adrianc69_4015
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5 out of 5 stars
9 January, 2026
originally posted on Pilot Corporation of America
love
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] These are my favorite go to pens that I usually buy anyways the performance is great and they guide smoothly. They don’t bleed at all and it dries quickly so that doesn’t smear.
nadinee53_2766
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5 out of 5 stars
5 January, 2026
originally posted on Pilot Corporation of America
Great pen!!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Pilot G2 bold black pen is a great pen! This pen glides very smoothly across paper. This pen is excellent quality, I was very impressed on how affordable this pen was! I have had pens that cost three times this amount that weren’t even close to as good as this pen is. I also really like how this pen is available in a variety of ink colors. I am left handed so finding a good pen is really difficult. If you don’t know, left handed people drag the side of their left hand over everything that they write on paper. A lot of pens end up making a huge mess and smearing ink all over the paper. I am impressed on how very little smear that this pen has. I highly recommend Pilot G2 bold black ink pen to all of my family and friends!
jackieb110_151
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4 out of 5 stars
1 January, 2026
originally posted on Pilot Corporation of America
Pen
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Great pen to write with. Sleek design. Easily operative for writing on paper. Over all a good pen to use. I would highly recommend for an accurate writing pen.
jasminej689d_1708
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5 out of 5 stars
11 December, 2025
originally posted on Pilot Corporation of America
Smooth Writing Pen
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I LOVE a bold pen. These Pilot Precise V5 pens write like a dream — super smooth, BOLD, and perfect for my lists, notes, and creative planning. No skipping, no smudging, just clean lines every single time. A good pen really does change the vibe! ✍🏾✨
thecreativeladyvoxb_493
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5 out of 5 stars
3 December, 2025
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Love this pen
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love this. It’s very smooth and I enjoy that it’s thicker than the one that we all had growing up. I love the way it writes. I highly recommend the product.
mariap838_9840
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5 out of 5 stars
3 December, 2025
originally posted on Pilot Corporation of America
Great for Leftys!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] These pens are great! As a lefty who smudges everything, it was great having the ink actually dry on the paper as I wrote so I was not left with a pinky smeer. No noise to distract, and pens were sturdy.
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5 out of 5 stars
21 November, 2025
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Great pens
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love Pilot pens. These worked just as amazing. Smoot writing and quick drying. Not heavy but feels decently comfortable in your hand. I prefer the ones with erasers but these are great pens.
freedomchaser_4529
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5 out of 5 stars
21 November, 2025
originally posted on Pilot Corporation of America
Perfect pen
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was sent this pen in exchange for my review and honestly I never thought I’d love a pen so much. The ink comes out so even and dark and the writing is so smooth and satisfying and dries instantly. I love that this is refillable as well I will definitely be purchasing refills
julianav80_4918
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5 out of 5 stars
20 November, 2025
originally posted on Pilot Corporation of America
Rich deep black ink
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Gel ink flows minimal pressure ,making writing effortless Great for long sessions or fast note taking. Also with perfect size and good design.
cristinad127_169
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5 out of 5 stars
20 November, 2025
originally posted on Pilot Corporation of America
Great bold ink pen
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have always loved the Pilot G2 pens! They write immediately, and very smoothly on many papers. The pen has a nice feel in your hand. The only disadvantage is they take a little bit to dry on something like a greeting card.
nicoley76_5001
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5 out of 5 stars
20 November, 2025
originally posted on Pilot Corporation of America
Clean and Crisp!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love, love, love the Pilot G2 Bold 2-pack in black! These pens write so smoothly with that bold, dark ink that makes everything look clean and crisp. The grip is super comfortable, and the ink flow is consistent from the first stroke to the last. What really seals the deal for me is how quickly the ink dries—no smudging, no mess, just perfect lines every time. These have officially become my go-to pens. I’ll definitely be repurchasing!
nadiam3_2377
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5 out of 5 stars
19 November, 2025
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Premium pen, affordable price
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Pilot G2 Gel Pen is one of the best writing tools I’ve used. I’ve found this pen to be smooth, reliable, and comfortable. The ink is bold and creates nice, clean lines without skipping or smudging. The retractable design feels solid. This writing tool is also pretty affordable. The G2 delivers a consistently excellent writing experience which I would highly recommend. I use it as my primary writing tool for both business and in my personal life on a daily basis.
christinaw156_8326
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5 out of 5 stars
17 November, 2025
originally posted on Pilot Corporation of America
love them
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] love these pens so much they write so smoothly. I use them for work and they write so satisfying that I get excited to use them. Definitely recommend I want them in all colors
