BIC 4 Colors Grip ballpoint pen

The BIC 4-Color pen is a legendary writing instrument first introduced in 1970 by the French entrepreneur Marcel Bich. This specific model, the BIC 4 Colors Grip, features a rubberized grip for enhanced comfort while maintaining the iconic four-ink system (typically blue, black, red, and green) that allows users to switch colors with a simple click.

Historically, the 4-Color model is a point of national pride in France, where the majority of these pens continue to be manufactured at BIC's specialized facilities, such as the one in Montsévrain. However, as a global corporation with over 25 factories worldwide, BIC also utilizes manufacturing hubs in Mexico, Brazil, and India to serve various regional markets. The brand itself is owned by Société BIC S.A., a public company headquartered in Clichy, France, which remains under the significant control of the founding Bich family.