to me the word "sign" has a couple of different meanings. what i think it probably means is "signature". "sign" is korean-english (konglish) for signature. if you want someone to sign a document you might say "sign ju-se-yo" (please sign). maybe a sign pen or a sign marker is konglish for a pen/marker you use for signatures.

or if you use a more standard english definition, these are pens/markers used in making signs.

does anyone know what sign markers/pens are supposed to be used for? i actually use them as an everyday pen for jotting quick little notes since i really like felt pens/markers. i dont like them for taking notes in classes or for writing letters though, since theyre usually not fine enough. they excel at doodling. but id really like to know what the intention is behind calling them sign pens/markers.

thanks so much in advance!

Hmmm...that's a good question. I have always thought that they were called "sign" pens or markers because they are good for making things like signs, posters, and banners since they are usually bold and most of the times they are broad like you mentioned. But I could be wrong, let's see what others here think :).

I got the impression that they were for signing documents and the like, things that are not carbonless copies. The Platinum Preppy that I have is very, very bold. I guess it's meant to make a big bold signature that will get noticed! I'm not sure either! Someone email JetPens and ask! :wink:

I tend to think like Nosferatuia...that they are usually bolder, bigger pens used for making signs, posters, etc. But that's just been my impression....don't know if it's the right reason or if they are called that for some other reason. I have a feeling, though, that it's a bit of a subjective term somewhat.....that there is no black/white this is a sign pen or it isn't type of determination...but rather just a rough class that some people and companies will label certain pens with. Hopefully we'll learn more on this great mystery of life though....

does anyone know japanese?

can you give us a gist of whats here?

http://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E3%82%B5%E3%82%A4%E3%83%B3%E3%83%9A%E3%83%B3

^ very easy dude--

1) go to http://babelfish.yahoo.com

2) in the 'translate a webpage' area, paste the address of the website you want to translate

3) select a language to translate from/to (in this case, you're going to select Japanese to English)

4) Click translate and wait a few seconds

5) Read the website in English and marvel at the power of the internet.

I copied all this off a site selling some sign pens. The first line was from the description. All the rest came from reviewers. Looks like you use them for whatever your little heart desires. :)
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Sign pen with fine point for expressive writing and drawing.

Excellent pens for sketching.

Great for sketching and signs.

I use the pentel sign pen for my sign and truck lettering layouts.

These Sign Pen are the best for sketches.

Simply the best marker for sketching on trace. They're also great for making big fat signatures on documents.

These pens are great for the sign trade. They do not leave a stain on painted surfaces or plastics. Great for sign layouts.

I would like a finer point on the pen as I use it for writing.

I use Pentel pens for mind mapping complex problems/opportunities on large sheets of paper.

The black Pentel Sign Pen is my favorite pen for drawing.

I would never use any other pen. The writing is so smooth and easy to write with. I recommend this pen to anyone that is a pen "freak."