Chrome Marine Corps Space Pen

• Made in U.S.A.
  
• Brass
• Chrome Plated
• Length approx. 5 inches
• Diameter 0.37 inches
• Pressurized Fisher PR4 Cartridge
• Black Ink, Medium Point; Compatible with any PR refill
• Packaging: Gift Box with Astronaut Sleeve
• Officially Licensed Product of the United States Marine Corps

• Honor the bravery and sacrifices of the service members of the Marine Corps with this chrome space pen. Perfect for any veteran, active duty service member, or the family members that support them, this pen is a sleek and classic way to showcase your Marine Corps pride.

  In 1967, after over two years of rigorous testing by NASA, the Space Pen was selected for use by the astronauts of Apollo 7 and has been used on all manned space flights since then. The overall design of the Original Astronaut Pen has not changed in over 44 years, and the pen that you buy today, except for several minor aesthetic changes, is nearly identical to the one taken to the moon in 1969.
  
  All Astronaut Pens are proudly produced in the USA! Each is made of solid brass with hard chrome plating, giving it a solid feel in your hand as you write. They also feature a unique clicking mechanism that extends the point via the button on the top, with a release button on the side to retract it. This side button has a substantial sound and feel to it, ensuring that you will always remember to retract the point before sliding the pen back into your pocket.
  

The United States Marine Corps was officially established by the Second Continental Congress on November 10, 1775. After the Revolutionary War, the Marines were disbanded but re-established by John Adams in 1789, creating the modern United States Marine Corps.

In the National Archives, researchers can find records on the United States Marine Corps ranging from the capture of the shores of Tripoli to the doctrine of modern amphibious and combined arms operations. In facilities across the country, the National Archives preserves and makes available the permanent records of the offices of the United States Marine Corps.

On June 22, 1954, President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed an Executive Order approving the design of an official seal for the United States Marine Corps. The current emblem traces its roots to the designs and ornaments of early Continental Marines as well as British Royal Marines. Approved insignia designs and seals are held in trust by the National Archives in the Military holdings.