---
product_id: 233532821
title: "All Weather Pen Tactical Black Matte no. 97"
brand: "rite in the rain"
price: "R1729"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 5
category: "Rite In The Rain"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/233532821-all-weather-pen-tactical-black-matte-no-97
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# Writes through water & mud Durable metal body Operates -30°F to 250°F All Weather Pen Tactical Black Matte no. 97

**Brand:** rite in the rain
**Price:** R1729
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🖊️ Write Boldly, Rain or Shine — The Pen That Never Quits

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** All Weather Pen Tactical Black Matte no. 97 by rite in the rain
- **How much does it cost?** R1729 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/233532821-all-weather-pen-tactical-black-matte-no-97)

## Best For

- rite in the rain enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted rite in the rain brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Tactical Metal Build:** Rugged, sleek black matte metal casing that survives drops and daily grind.
- • **Unstoppable Ink Flow:** Writes flawlessly underwater, in grease, mud, and any angle—no smudges, no skips.
- • **Pressurized Precision:** Advanced cartridge delivers ink without leaks or evaporation—even upside down.
- • **Extreme Temperature Proof:** Reliable performance from Arctic chills to desert heat (-30°F to 250°F).
- • **Perfect Partner for Adventure:** Engineered to pair seamlessly with Rite in the Rain notebooks for all-weather note-taking.

## Overview

The Rite in the Rain All Weather Pen Tactical Black Matte no. 97 is a premium metal ballpoint pen featuring a pressurized cartridge that writes underwater, in extreme temperatures (-30°F to 250°F), and on wet or greasy surfaces without smearing. Designed for professionals who demand durability and reliability, its proprietary ink delivery system ensures consistent, skip-free writing in any condition. Perfectly matched with Rite in the Rain notebooks, this pen combines tactical ruggedness with sleek design for everyday adventure and work.

## Description

Pencils Will Work Great On Rite In The Rain But Sometimes You Just Need A Pen. This All-Weather Metal Pen Writes On Wet Paper And Upside Down, The Pressurized Ink Cartridge Performs In Temperatures From -30F To 250F. The Ink Won'T Leak, Evaporate Or Blow Up In Your Pocket 5 1/4" Long, With A Barrel Diameter Of 3/8". Black Ink.

Review: Great little pen with very few flaws - I use this whilst working in a warehouse and its not let me down yet. Writes on paper, card, stickers and my hand when covered in muck and grime with no problem. Not tried it in the rain yet (warehouse doesn't leak) but it does all that it claims to so far. If I were to nit pick the clip on it is REALLY tight which does make it secure but a pain to clip on and off sometimes. There are occasions where I've had to scrawl for a second or two to get the ink flowing but it's literally a second or two then it works fine. Writes at 90° vertical with no issues, metal casing is nice and strong (been dropped a few times and doesn't show it) and generally looks sexy and functional. The only other thing I'm not crazy about is that it can be pretty easy to unscrew the two halves. Never had it totally unscrew but a quarter turn every now and then makes me slightly twitchy. That's literally all I can criticise it on. Great little pen that I swear by to the point where I've just ordered myself a spare and my father and brother will be getting one for Xmas (along with the RiR pads which are also Lucille-level AWESOME) Nothing is indestructible or infallible but for the money this is as close as you can reasonably expect.
Review: Sobre, solide, écrit bien, et... tactique - Je n'ai pas encore essayé d'écrire sous la pluie, mais ce stylo fin (son diamètre en fait un des rares stylos à passer dans les emplacement prévus à cet effet des vestes AyeGear) est de très bonne qualité. Assez léger pour une écriture agréable, il est assez robuste pour être transporté partout et être utilisé en légitime défense pour son aspect "tactique" (c'est à dire comme instrument de frappe contondante, sans pour autant être spécifiquement prévu à cet effet, contrairement à d'autres : https://www.desertcart.fr/dp/B019DP3ILU/ref=cm_cr_ryp_prd_ttl_sol_4). Ça non plus, je n'ai pas essayé ;) L'avantage de ce design "low profile" et uniquement défensif (éventuellement!), c'est que ça permet d'avoir toujours sur soi un objet métallique, sans risquer de s'attirer les foudres des forces de l'ordre ou agents de sécurité (je l'ai passé sans problème dans deux aéroports internationaux, rangé dans la sacoche qui est passée aux rayons X).

## Features

- WRITES THROUGH: The permanent ink writes through water, grease, and mud without clumping or smearing.
- PRESSURIZED CARTRIDGE: All-Weather cartridge is manufactured in the USA. The pressurized ink writes in temperatures from -30F to 250F, under water (up to 35 ft), and any angle.
- PROPRIETARY INK: The ink and delivery system used exclusively in Rite in the Rain Refills will write without skipping in extremely wet conditions far better than other comparable weatherproof pens.
- INK DELIVERY: Tiny pockets in the pen's tip will deliver ink in the worst conditions without allowing water or air back into the pressurized cartridge.
- RITE IN THE RAIN NOTEBOOKS: The most ideal pen for Rite in the Rain All-Weather Notebooks.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B000QBPZKS |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Best Sellers Rank | #257,927 in Office Products ( See Top 100 in Office Products ) #1,391 in Retractable Ballpoint Pens |
| Body Shape | Round |
| Brand | Rite in the Rain |
| Brand Name | Rite in the Rain |
| Closure Type | Click-Off Cap |
| Colour | black |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 2,558 Reviews |
| Drill Point | ball tip |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00632281097112 |
| Grip Type | standard |
| Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous |
| Hardness | F |
| Included Components | Ballpoint Pen |
| Ink Base | Water |
| Ink Colour | Black |
| Item Diameter | 9.52 Millimetres |
| Item Dimensions | 13 x 1 x 1.3 Centimeters |
| Item Length | 10 Inches |
| Item Type | retractable |
| Item Weight | 23 g |
| Line Size | 0.9mm |
| Manufacturer | Standard Plumbing Supply |
| Material | Metal |
| Material Type | Metal |
| Model Name | 97 |
| Model number | 97 |
| Pattern | Solid |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Writing, Outdoor, Professional |
| Special Features | Pocket Clip |
| Style Name | Black Ink |
| Subject Character | Black |
| Theme | Adventure |
| UPC | 799975237121 632281097112 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Water Resistance Level | Waterproof |
| Writing Instrument Form | Ballpoint Pen |
| Writing instrument form | Ballpoint Pen |

## Product Details

- **Age Range (Description):** Adult
- **Brand:** Rite in the Rain
- **Colour:** black
- **Ink Colour:** Black
- **Writing instrument form:** Ballpoint Pen

## Images

![All Weather Pen Tactical Black Matte no. 97 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61aC6FcvcKL.jpg)
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![All Weather Pen Tactical Black Matte no. 97 - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81Eq0S7uhRL.jpg)
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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great little pen with very few flaws
*by J***P on 15 November 2022*

I use this whilst working in a warehouse and its not let me down yet. Writes on paper, card, stickers and my hand when covered in muck and grime with no problem. Not tried it in the rain yet (warehouse doesn't leak) but it does all that it claims to so far. If I were to nit pick the clip on it is REALLY tight which does make it secure but a pain to clip on and off sometimes. There are occasions where I've had to scrawl for a second or two to get the ink flowing but it's literally a second or two then it works fine. Writes at 90° vertical with no issues, metal casing is nice and strong (been dropped a few times and doesn't show it) and generally looks sexy and functional. The only other thing I'm not crazy about is that it can be pretty easy to unscrew the two halves. Never had it totally unscrew but a quarter turn every now and then makes me slightly twitchy. That's literally all I can criticise it on. Great little pen that I swear by to the point where I've just ordered myself a spare and my father and brother will be getting one for Xmas (along with the RiR pads which are also Lucille-level AWESOME) Nothing is indestructible or infallible but for the money this is as close as you can reasonably expect.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Sobre, solide, écrit bien, et... tactique
*by V***O on 6 August 2016*

Je n'ai pas encore essayé d'écrire sous la pluie, mais ce stylo fin (son diamètre en fait un des rares stylos à passer dans les emplacement prévus à cet effet des vestes AyeGear) est de très bonne qualité. Assez léger pour une écriture agréable, il est assez robuste pour être transporté partout et être utilisé en légitime défense pour son aspect "tactique" (c'est à dire comme instrument de frappe contondante, sans pour autant être spécifiquement prévu à cet effet, contrairement à d'autres : https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B019DP3ILU/ref=cm_cr_ryp_prd_ttl_sol_4). Ça non plus, je n'ai pas essayé ;) L'avantage de ce design "low profile" et uniquement défensif (éventuellement!), c'est que ça permet d'avoir toujours sur soi un objet métallique, sans risquer de s'attirer les foudres des forces de l'ordre ou agents de sécurité (je l'ai passé sans problème dans deux aéroports internationaux, rangé dans la sacoche qui est passée aux rayons X).

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ It works like it says in the rain
*by E***E on 3 November 2019*

Working in PNG in one of the wetest parts of the world the pen works a treat even in heavy rain when combined with a rite in the rain notebook, it even writes across greasy fingerprints which is a bonus

## Frequently Bought Together

- Rite in the Rain Weatherproof Black Metal Clicker Pen - Black Ink (No. 97)
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*Product available on Desertcart South Africa*
*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-10-15*