The Rite in the Rain All-Weather Metal Pen is a high-performance writing tool, designed to function flawlessly in the most demanding environments. Whether you're working in extreme cold, heat, or even underwater, this pen delivers consistent and reliable writing performance. Equipped with a pressurized ink cartridge, this pen writes at any angle—even upside down—and performs in temperatures ranging from -30°F to 250°F.
Extreme Performance, Anywhere: The pressurized ink cartridge allows the All-Weather Metal Pen to write underwater up to 35 feet and in a variety of harsh conditions. Its proprietary ink and delivery system guarantee smooth, uninterrupted writing without skipping, even when exposed to water, sweat, grease, or mud. Whether you’re taking notes on a construction site, documenting field data in the rain, or working in extreme environments, this pen gets the job done.
Durable Metal Construction: The pen’s barrel is crafted from powder-coated brass, making it incredibly durable yet lightweight. The textured flat black finish provides a sleek look while offering a non-slip grip for secure handling, even in wet conditions. A convenient pocket clip ensures that the pen stays within reach, making it ideal for professionals, outdoor enthusiasts, and anyone who requires dependable writing equipment.
Barrel Color
Textured Flat Black
Barrel Material
Powder-coated brass
Ink Color
Black
Point Size
0.9 mm
Cartridge Type
Pressurized
Why it earns its spot.
Writes in Extreme Conditions
The pressurized cartridge performs in temperatures from -30°F to 250°F and underwater up to 35 feet.
Ink Won’t Skip
Proprietary ink system ensures smooth writing through water, grease, mud, and sweat without skipping or smearing.
Writes at Any Angle
The pen writes upside down and at any angle, making it versatile for fieldwork and outdoor activities.
Durable Metal Barrel
Powder-coated brass construction provides a rugged and durable design, with a non-slip texture.
Pocket Clip
Easily attaches to your pocket, clipboard, or gear, so it’s always ready when you are.
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Specifications
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Barrel Color
Textured Flat Black
Barrel Material
Powder-coated brass
Ink Color
Black
Point Size
0.9 mm
Cartridge Type
Pressurized
Refills Available
Yes
Size
5.125" L, 0.375" D
Weight
0.05 lbs
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A small shop that carries gear we'd stake our own lives on, and backs every order with real support.
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Every brand we carry has been vetted in the field before it earns a spot.
From the source
Bought from the brand or its authorized distributor.
Supported
Real people on the phone and email, Monday to Friday, 8 to 4 Pacific.
American
Based in Southern California, with US-based customer care.
ALL-WEATHER PAPER
All-weather paper for the rainy Pacific Northwest. Patented in 1917 — still made in Washington today.
Rite in the Rain started in 1916 when a printer named Jerry L. Darling was asked by a Pacific Northwest lumber company to find a better way to record logging data in constant rain. The first all-weather paper formula — zinc, white varnish, and wheat flour — was patented in 1917. More than a century later, every notebook, loose sheet, and binder still comes off the line in Tacoma, Washington. Today about a third of sales go to the U.S. military, with the rest split between surveyors, first responders, and anyone who needs writing to survive the weather.
Founded in 1916 by Jerry L. Darling
All-weather paper formula patented in 1917
Headquartered and manufactured in Tacoma, Washington
Roughly one-third of sales to the U.S. military
All paper products still made in Washington state
EST. 1916, TACOMA, WA
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About this product
What size is it?
The listed size is 5.125" L, 0.375" D.
How much does it weigh?
It weighs 0.05 lbs.
What is this product designed for?
Durable Metal Construction: The pen’s barrel is crafted from powder-coated brass , making it incredibly durable yet lightweight.
Shopping with SRO
How long does shipping take?
Most in-stock orders are processed within 1 to 3 business days, not counting weekends and federal holidays. Special-order, dealer-direct, custom, and LYNX Survival Systems orders can take longer. Lead times shown on product pages are estimates, not guarantees.
Typical carrier transit after that: Economy 5 to 7 business days, Expedited 2 to 3, Overnight 1. These are carrier estimates, not guarantees. Some items, such as lithium batteries, aerosols, and safety matches, may be limited to ground shipping.
Free Economy shipping on qualifying orders over $150 to the contiguous US, on eligible products. Oversized, heavy, freight, hazardous-material, dealer-direct, custom-built, and special-order items may be excluded. Oversized and freight items, such as rooftop tents, recovery equipment, and Pro Eagle products, may carry extra shipping charges. If extra charges apply, we'll let you know before the order ships.
Some items ship directly from the manufacturer or a supplier partner on their own schedule, so an order can arrive in more than one package with more than one tracking number. Full details: Shipping Policy.
What’s your return policy?
You have 30 days from receiving your order to request a return on eligible items. Email info@stayreadyoutdoors.com with your order number, the item, and the reason, and wait for return authorization before you ship anything back. Returns sent without authorization may be refused.
Items must come back in like-new condition: unused, unmodified, unworn, unwashed, and free of odors, dirt, stains, pet hair, and damage, with all original packaging, manuals, accessories, and tags, plus proof of purchase.
For standard parcel items, you pay return shipping unless the return is due to our error, shipping damage, or a verified defect. If we provide a prepaid label, its cost may be deducted from your refund. For oversized, freight, dealer-direct, and special-order items, you pay return shipping unless the item arrived damaged, defective, or incorrect. Original shipping charges aren't refunded. Some items may carry a restocking fee of up to 15%, and we'll tell you during authorization.
Some items are fulfilled by third-party suppliers and follow that supplier's return policy, so eligibility, refund timing, return shipping, and restocking fees may differ.
Approved refunds go to your original payment method. Allow up to 10 business days after approval, and your bank may take longer to post it. Full details: Return & Refund Policy.
What can’t I return?
These can't be returned or refunded, except where the law requires it:
Engraved, personalized, customized, and built-to-order products, and special-order products obtained specifically for you
LYNX Survival Systems survival kits, custom IFAKs, and custom medical kits
Agency, government, organizational, and contract-built orders
Gift cards, and sale or clearance items marked final sale
Food, drink, and other perishable products, including emergency food
Personal care, hygiene, and beauty products
Hazardous materials, and flammable liquids or gases
Opened or used medical products
Opened water treatment or purification products with broken factory seals
Anything marked non-returnable on its product page
For built-to-order, custom, and special-order items, exceptions may be made only for verified manufacturing defects, shipping damage, or fulfillment errors. For food and drink, replacements may be issued only for verified manufacturing defects or shipping damage reported within 5 days of delivery, with photos.
Not sure whether an item qualifies? Email info@stayreadyoutdoors.com before you order.
Do you ship outside the contiguous US?
Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, Guam, and other U.S. territories aren't eligible for free shipping, and extra freight charges may apply. If your order needs a shipping quote, we'll contact you before it ships. If you decline the quote, the order may be canceled and refunded. APO/FPO addresses are also excluded from free shipping.
International shipping is available on select products and destinations, and some products may be restricted from international shipping. You're responsible for import duties, taxes, customs fees, brokerage fees, and meeting your country's import rules.
Inspect your order when it arrives. If anything is damaged, defective, or wrong, email info@stayreadyoutdoors.com within 7 days of delivery (5 days for food and drink) with your order number, a short description, and photos of the item and the packaging.
You don't pay return shipping on items that arrived damaged or wrong, or with a verified defect. Some items fulfilled by third-party suppliers follow that supplier's policy instead. Reporting after 7 days may limit our ability to pursue a claim with the carrier, and while we may help with a carrier claim, approval is up to the carrier.
Package lost or never arrived? Contact us within 7 days of the expected delivery date. For freight deliveries, inspect the shipment before you sign and note any visible damage on the carrier's delivery receipt.
Can I talk to a human before buying?
Yes. Call (562) 294-6269, Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Pacific time, or email info@stayreadyoutdoors.com. We reply within one business day.
We'd rather talk you out of a kit that doesn't fit your mission than sell you the wrong one.
Do you offer a military/first-responder discount?
Yes. Current and former U.S. military, military spouses and dependents, and first responders, including law enforcement, fire, and EMS, can save up to 10% on most of our products through GovX ID.
Verify on our GovX discount page and you'll get a single-use code to enter at checkout. For later orders, log in with GovX ID for a new code (limit one code per day). The GovX code can't be combined with other discounts.
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The Rite in the Rain All-Weather Metal Pen is a high-performance writing tool, designed to function flawlessly in the most demanding environments. Whether you're working in extreme cold, heat, or even underwater, this pen delivers consistent and reliable writing performance. Equipped with a pressurized ink cartridge, this pen writes at any angle—even upside down—and performs in temperatures ranging from -30°F to 250°F.
Extreme Performance, Anywhere: The pressurized ink cartridge allows the All-Weather Metal Pen to write underwater up to 35 feet and in a variety of harsh conditions. Its proprietary ink and delivery system guarantee smooth, uninterrupted writing without skipping, even when exposed to water, sweat, grease, or mud. Whether you’re taking notes on a construction site, documenting field data in the rain, or working in extreme environments, this pen gets the job done.
Durable Metal Construction: The pen’s barrel is crafted from powder-coated brass, making it incredibly durable yet lightweight. The textured flat black finish provides a sleek look while offering a non-slip grip for secure handling, even in wet conditions. A convenient pocket clip ensures that the pen stays within reach, making it ideal for professionals, outdoor enthusiasts, and anyone who requires dependable writing equipment.
The Rite in the Rain All-Weather Metal Pen is a high-performance writing tool, designed to function flawlessly in the most demanding environments. Whether you're working in extreme cold, heat, or even underwater, this pen delivers consistent and reliable writing performance. Equipped with a pressurized ink cartridge, this pen writes at any angle—even upside down—and performs in temperatures ranging from -30°F to 250°F.
Extreme Performance, Anywhere: The pressurized ink cartridge allows the All-Weather Metal Pen to write underwater up to 35 feet and in a variety of harsh conditions. Its proprietary ink and delivery system guarantee smooth, uninterrupted writing without skipping, even when exposed to water, sweat, grease, or mud. Whether you’re taking notes on a construction site, documenting field data in the rain, or working in extreme environments, this pen gets the job done.
Durable Metal Construction: The pen’s barrel is crafted from powder-coated brass, making it incredibly durable yet lightweight. The textured flat black finish provides a sleek look while offering a non-slip grip for secure handling, even in wet conditions. A convenient pocket clip ensures that the pen stays within reach, making it ideal for professionals, outdoor enthusiasts, and anyone who requires dependable writing equipment.
