I had a pen like this years ago. This one is very similar, but cannot remember if the end had a black tip or not. When you have a nice pen like this, it is not good to say yes if someone asks you for one on the street. A guy once dropped the old one, plus some people may try to keep it. May be a little safer with a relative or friend. I decided I needed my own, because even when I am over mother's place, she has some, but can never find a good one.  I decided I needed one to keep in my pocket. When I go past a church while taking my hourly walk, I like to write down the scriptures they have outside on the sign. Before, I had to just memorize them. Cross is one of the best permanent pens you can buy, so I recommend this one.