Customer Reviews

I waited quite a bit before writing this review because I wanted to see how well this pen performed after several months of use. All of the other reviews I found often spoke about the immediate days. And for such an expensive pen, I felt it was sort of a shame no one talked about it on the long run. Well, I ordered this pen back in February and I must say I am impressed.

At first, I took care of this pen with my life. I had never spent nearly 50$ on a pen before. But, the pen's metallic body holds quite a bit. After the first month, the pen suffered its first drop, damaging the paint job, leaving it with a terrible scar on the cap. Yet, it lived on. As time went on, I dropped it more often and I became careless with it. It went from a novelty pen to a warrior and it has yet to let me down. The pen takes the beating. Sure, the paint job does get scratched easily, making it look a little ugly, but the functionality makes up for it. The only aspect I want to negatively criticize is the clip. The thing doesn't hold up too well. After just two weeks, it began to feel loose, which makes me not pin it on my shirt as I usually do.

Moreover, this pen accepts all the universal D1 refills and not just the Zebra ones (although those work great). I primarily use the Pilot Hi-Tec-C 0.4 D1 refill, which you can conveniently buy here. They do fit a little loose, depending on the brand, but they don't seem to fall out.

If you buy this pen, you will not regret it.

My executive multipen, the gel inks doesn't last long because their cartridges are very short, the mechanism for switching from one component to the other is soft (no clicking) and precise, but as others have said, there isn't a position where the point is retracted completely, only between positions. Then pen is a bit heavy and short but acceptable for medium writing sessions or sporadic note taking.

I have a small collection of the Zebra Sharbo pens and the LT3 is my favorite, for sure. They are versatile multifunction pens which have superb build quality. The metal body feels durable and the pens' size and weight feel great when writing.

The Black LT3 is very cool and looks badass in the hand. It's finish is kind of shiny, metallic. Don't be expecting a matte finish. If that's what you're looking for, check out the gray model instead.

I like using the 0.5mm pencil and gel pens, specially the blue and orange ones.

I have a couple of other multipens, but the Zebra Sharbo LT3 is by far the best one I know. Highly recommend this model!

I love this pen even though I mainly use it as a pencil. If you plan on taking a lot of notes with it, i'd suggest using the pencil part of it. It'll save you a lot of money in the long run. If not, i recommend stocking up on a lot of ink. I went through my black ink in just under 2 weeks.

DO NOT BE FOOLED THIS PEN IS MUCH MORE BLACK IN PERSON. At first I wanted the silver version of this pen but I read some reviews and was worried that the paint would chip off. I deeply regret that choice because I think the silver one would look SOOO much cooler, but other than that the pen works flawlessly.

The best multi-pen!!! I also have a Cross Tech 3, which is good too, but the Sharbo X is a lot more solid. The only down fall is not having a spot that allows the 3 mechanisms to be safely retracted. Not enough to gripe over though. Great pen/pencil!!!

It finally arrived to Norway!
Took 13 days from placement of order to writing on paper. Let me leave no doubt, it was definitely worth the waiting.

I work as an Instrument engineer in an oil and gas engineering company in Norway. Even though we are in the year 2011 and in an fully digital and "paperless" working environment, we somehow still can not manage without print-outs and mark-ups on paper. I ordered the colors blue and read 0.4mm gels and a 0.5 pencil. The blue is used for writing and commenting on technical schematics in general, and the red one for execution; when I discover errors ;-)

Both inks are extremely accurate, and there are no ink blurs! wow! Combined with a great well balanced pen body as the SharboX LT3 is, this is without a doubt the best pen I have ever owned. The pen is all metal, and gives a professional look and feel.

I am recommending this configurations to all of my colleagues!

When I first unpackaged this pen I was shocked to see how small it was. The pen is well constructed and has a good weight to it. The rotating mechanism works flawlessly and as smooth at is gets. If the price of this multi pen has put you in a position where you don't know if you should buy it, you should buy it. Yes it is expensive—and I don't think it could cost more then a few dollars to make, but this pen is all you need and imagine that it will last me years. Go for it, you will be proud you did.

I bought the LT3 instead of the ST3 based on some reviews that it was a bit slimmer and easier to manage. I found this to be spot on, as this pen is incredibly slim. The quality of manufacturing is superb for the LT3. The threading for the barrel is flawless, with no slip at all. As noted in some of the other reviews, I found that the lack of an "empty" option (one where no pen/pencil is extended) rather disturbing. Luckily for me, I don't need a pencil so I didn't include a pencil component and leave that for my empty slot. The matte black finish feels like the perfect match of style and durability. I have been giving this pen heavy use for a month or so and have only good things to say about it. The finish has not worn down at all, and I have yet to wear through my first ink sticks.

To add to my previous review. I recently discovered that the grips from the cheap Bic mechanical pencils fit this pen perfectly, and don't look too out of place, which adds to the comfort greatly, in my opinion, making this an even better pen. Also, and far more importantly, the Pilot Hi-Tec Slims refills (in 0.3mm and 0.4mm) fit all Sharbo pens, and they write BEAUTIFULLY, better than Hi-Tec pens or Coleto pens. Not only is this the best multi-pen in my opinion, but arguably the best pen, period.

Got this pen today, had the ST3 in silver prior to this, and am liking it alot more than the ST3. The build quality is much better, metal threading, smoother changing of inks, etc. If looking at a Sharbo, I highly recommend the LT3 body, perfect size for my taste and better quality than ST3. The ink was another concern of mine, but been using the same black ink for a couple weeks now and it isn't showing signs of giving out. I use the pen daily, albeit not as much as when I was in school, but still gets used daily. The pen is well worth it in my opinion, if you're looking for a good multi pen, I don't think you can beat these.

Hands down THE BEST multi pen out there. If you have some money burning a hole in your pocket, GET THIS PEN!!!
Only negative is the price. Refills tend to go quickly during periods of sustained writing (like making study notes for final exams...) but ink quality it top notch. I absolutely love this pen - and so did the jerk-off who took it of my table when I went to the bathroom....

When you first get it, it is beautiful. But even with care, the pen gets nicked and dented easily. After a few months of use, the paint flakes off. Wish that the finish was permanent and not superficial.

I must say that when I received this pen I was amazed at the slenderness of it. It does not look at all like it would be a multi-pen. The weight of the pen is great. It feels real good in my hands. The switching between the three components is smooth. I love the fact that when you use the pencil component, you click it just like a mechanical pencil. The pen attachments write very smooth. I don't clip the pen onto anything since I always manage the bend the clip. I just stick it in my pocket.

As an artist, I love carrying this pencil around. In a meeting, I'll take notes in in different color and then switch to the pencil when I need to doodle. ;) I was asked would I buy this pen if I ever lost it? My answer is Yes! I'm spoiled by this pen. I know it is pricey but if you intend to take care of it, then it is definitely worth the money!

I have a small collection of the Zebra Sharbo pens and the LT3 is my favorite, for sure. They are versatile multifunction pens which have superb build quality. The metal body feels durable and the pen's weight feels great when writing.

I like the Orange Flame color as it brings a lot of life to this family of pens. It's matte finish is nice and has a nice grip to it.

I like using the 0.5mm pencil and gel pens, specially the blue and orange ones.

I have a couple of other multipens, but the Zebra Sharbo LT3 is by far the best one I know. Highly recommend this model!

I have a small collection of the Zebra Sharbo pens and the LT3 is my favorite, for sure. They are versatile multifunction pens which have superb build quality. The metal body feels durable and the pen's weight feels great when writing.

The Cobalt Blue color may seem too much, but having several other colors, it is now my favorite. It's shiny and cool!

I like using the 0.5mm pencil and gel pens, specially the blue and orange ones.

I have a couple of other multipens, but the Zebra Sharbo LT3 is by far the best one I know. Highly recommend this model!

I am really enjoying this pen. It's a great pen for every day carry. It is solid. It feels great in the hand. It's shockingly thin for a multi-pen. I love the color (the orange is nicely muted). The ink is great. I've had this pen for several weeks and have had no issues. It meets all of my expectations and, despite the price, I'd say it's a great value. I share a frustration with several other reviewers that the pencil component can't be swapped out for another pen or stylus. When I want to do some serious writing with a pencil, I use my Rotring 600. Nothing particularly wrong with the pencil in the Sharbo X, but I would get more use out of something else. Other than that, I've got no complaints.

This multi pen is perfect! The mechanism for switching parts feels great. The "clicks" are defined and hold well. I have used it moderately for 2 weeks and still have ink left. Also, this pen is not gray. It is a greenish blue. At first I thought that the price was too high, but being a Mechanical Engineer it definitely pays for itself having to only carry one thing in a pocket.

This is the ultimate pen. Elegant, simple, modern. It has a really solid feel to it.

Note: you must keep the pen *between* two settings to maintain a retracted tip. The pen goes well in a shirt pocket or a pencil case; however, there is some risk to a tip becoming exposed and writing into your pants if you choose to carry it in pocket.

Although I eagerly give this pen five stars, it could still be better. I use mine with the Zebra .4mm gel tips in black and in red and with a .3mm mechanical pencil component. However, I wish the Hi-Tec-C Slim refills would work, and I would use their .3mm gel pen components. The Zebra tips are very smooth, but I've gotten used to the scratchy control of a Hi-Tec-C .3mm tip. I wish they were compatible, but they are not (the Hi-Tec-C Slim gel pen components are a tiny bit too small). Also, I miss the fine line that the .3mm produces when compared to the .4mm Zebra tip.

Nevertheless, if I get used to the .4mm tip or if Zebra produces their own .3mm tip (which I doubt), then this would become the only pen I carry around.

The color on this pen is remarkable. It's also my preferred model, with the metal threads instead of plastic. Very satisfied with this pen.

I have a small collection of the Zebra Sharbo pens and the LT3 is my favorite, for sure. They are versatile multifunction pens which have superb build quality. The metal body feels durable and the pens' size and weight feel great when writing.

The silver color is one of my favorites. It's well suited for every occasion. If you're going to get just one (highly doubt it!) get this one.

I like using the 0.5mm pencil and gel pens, specially the blue and orange ones.

I have a couple of other multipens, but the Zebra Sharbo LT3 is by far the best one I know. Highly recommend this model!

I have a small collection of the Zebra Sharbo pens and the LT3 is my favorite, for sure. They are versatile multifunction pens which have superb build quality. The metal body feels durable and the pens' size and weight feel great when writing.

The Gray color is badass! It has a matte finish that provides great grip. It looks too dark here on the pictures, but in fact it's not that dark, and it has a little bit of a dark green tint to it. Very, very subtle, though.

I like using the 0.5mm pencil and gel pens, specially the blue and orange ones.

I have a couple of other multipens, but the Zebra Sharbo LT3 is by far the best one I know. Highly recommend this model!

I have a small collection of the Zebra Sharbo pens and the LT3 is my favorite, for sure. They are versatile multifunction pens which have superb build quality. The metal body feels durable and the pens' size and weight feel great when writing.

The Champagne Gold color is rather subtle, almost silver. There is very little gold to it, in fact, and in my opinion that's a good thing.

I like using the 0.5mm pencil and gel pens, specially the blue and orange ones.

I have a couple of other multipens, but the Zebra Sharbo LT3 is by far the best one I know. Highly recommend this model!

Great pen. I have the silver body to go with all my other titanium/aluminum finished tech. Very refined shape, with subtle sharp edges. Smooth mechanism, light and smooth lock-in indication when choosing which internal pen. Great weight in the hand. xlnt design. the front half of the pen screws down onto the back half, so its very secure, eraser end screws down as well. I also have the Tombow Zoom 414 in a similar color with similar pen/pencil setup. I prefer the Zebra. Its at the office with me every day. I use the Tombow 414 at home. It rattles a bit more, it feels less refined, and the front part comes away from the back part via a snug slide.

Below average performance. The pen tends to open in pocket causing ink to run.