NASA Spacecraft Captures a Family Portrait of Earth and the Moon

A NASA spacecraft travelling towards Mars has looked back and captured a striking family portrait of Earth and the Moon. The photographs were taken on 3 July 2026 by one of NASA’s two ESCAPADE spacecraft. At the time, it was around 363,000 miles from Earth and 115,000 miles from the Moon. From that unusual viewpoint, […]

Back to School 2026: Why Writing Still Matters – and Why a Fisher Space Pen Deserves a Place in Every Student’s Pencil Case

As pupils and students prepare for the new academic year, school bags are filled with the tools they hope will help them learn. Laptops, tablets, wireless keyboards and screens all promise greater speed and convenience. Yet despite the growth of digital learning, handwriting continues to play an important role in education. Research suggests that writing […]

Why Astronauts Use Fisher Space Pens Over Pencils

We often see the same comment come up time and time again – “why didn’t they just use a pencil?” On the surface, it feels like a simple, even obvious solution. Pencils don’t rely on ink, they’re cheap and they’ve been around forever. So it’s easy to assume they would be the perfect tool for […]

Artemis II: A New Era of Space Exploration – Continuing a Legacy Written in Ink

The successful launch of NASA’s Artemis II mission marks a defining moment in modern space exploration. For the first time in over half a century, humans are once again travelling beyond low Earth orbit, heading towards the Moon and taking a significant step into the next chapter of deep space exploration. This mission is not […]

Fisher Space Pen Celebrates Historic Blue Origin Mission with Special Edition Pens

  Fisher Space Pen is proud to celebrate a monumental moment in the history of space travel as Blue Origin prepares for its all-female crewed mission aboard the New Shepard rocket on 14 April. This landmark flight not only highlights the progress being made in private space exploration but also marks a cultural milestone, bringing […]

How the Fisher Space Pen Original Became an Icon of Innovation

The Fisher Space Pen Original is more than just a pen—it is a symbol of innovation, durability, and precision engineering. Originally developed for NASA in the 1960s, this revolutionary writing instrument overcame the limitations of traditional pens, making it an essential tool for astronauts, outdoor adventurers, and professionals alike. From its zero-gravity capabilities to its […]

Why Refill for Fisher Space Pen Lasts Longer Than Standard Ink Cartridges

When choosing a writing instrument, longevity matters. Whether you’re a professional, an outdoor enthusiast, or just someone who values a reliable pen, having a long-lasting ink refill is essential. A refill for Fisher Space Pen is designed to last significantly longer than standard ink cartridges, thanks to its advanced technology and high-quality materials. In this […]

5 Reasons the Fisher Space Pen Bullet Space Pen is the Ultimate Everyday Carry Pen

The Fisher Space Pen Company is more than just a pen manufacturer—it is a pioneer in writing technology. Known for creating the first pressurised ink pen capable of writing in zero gravity, underwater, and extreme temperatures, Fisher Space Pen has transformed the way we write. Since its invention in the 1960s, the brand has been […]

Why Your Jeans Have a Fifth Pocket

(And How to Make the Most of It) The Untold Story of the Fifth Pocket: Why Your Jeans Have a Tiny Space for Greatness The fifth pocket on your jeans has been a part of history for nearly 150 years. Originally introduced by Levi Strauss & Co. in 1873 as a convenient spot for pocket […]