BIC Round Stic ballpoint pen

The BIC Round Stic is one of the world's most recognizable writing instruments, produced by the French company Société BIC. Originally founded by Marcel Bich in 1944, the brand revolutionized the stationery industry by making ballpoint pens affordable and disposable. The design of the Round Stic specifically has become a global standard for office and school supplies due to its reliability and simple, lightweight construction.

While BIC is a French-founded brand, it operates a vast global manufacturing network. Depending on the specific market, these pens are produced in various locations including Mexico, France, Brazil, and historical production sites in the United States. Today, the brand is still controlled by the Bich family and remains headquartered in Clichy, France, maintaining its status as a world leader in stationery, lighters, and shavers.