Pelikan 338 Medium Rollerball Refill - Black (Pack of 2)

Overall, customer reception of the Pelikan 338 Medium Rollerball Refill - Black (Pack of 2) is mixed. While some customers are satisfied with the product's performance, others have expressed disappointment. One common complaint is that these refills do not write smoothly. Customers mention that the strokes are uneven and they often have to backtrack while writing. This issue of the pen stalling while writing is a major drawback. On the positive side, some customers find these refills to be good replacements for the original Pelikan refills. They mention that the refills look and feel like the originals and work just as well. These customers also appreciate the quick shipping of the product. However, there are also complaints about the variability in quality. Some customers note that one refill writes beautifully, while the next one performs poorly, similar to a low-quality refill. There are also reports of the ink running out quickly, especially for heavy writing tasks like lecture note taking. One customer also mentions that these refills do not fit the Rotring 800, which may be a relevant point for users of that specific pen. In terms of product compatibility, there are mixed opinions. While some customers find these refills to be slightly shorter than the original Pelikan refills, causing issues with the roller tip fully extending from the pen, others have no complaints in this regard. In conclusion, the Pelikan 338 Medium Rollerball Refill - Black (Pack of 2) receives mixed reviews from customers. While some customers find them to be good replacements for the original Pelikan refills, others are disappointed with the uneven writing performance and ink longevity.