The Tombow Zoom 828 BW rollerball is the famous “Egg” pen that is known for its short size and width.
The Zoom 828 bw is better known as the rollerball version of the famous Tombow “Egg” pen. The fountain pen version is the Zoom 828 fp. Tombow is well known for their Zoom 707 which was touted as the slimmest pen ever sold, but also for the Egg which is one of the widest.
There is a full range of these pens from the 808bw to the 858bw. The pens are essentially the same with the finishes varying based on the model number. The models are as follows:
- 808bw – White body with green trim
- 828bw – Gloss black with gold trim
- 838bw – Brushed aluminum with chrome trim
- 848bw – Matte silver
- 858bw
A similar, but rarer pen to the Eff is the Platinum Glamour fountain pen.
Tombow Zoom Egg Rollerball Information
| Street Price | Check Price |
| Manufacturer | Tombow |
| Pen Type | Rollerball / Gel |
| Rating | |
| Barrel Color | Black, White |
| Barrel Material | Plastic |
| Body Diameter (mm) | 23.0 |
| Grip Color | Black, White |
| Grip Material | Plastic |
| Grip Diameter (mm) | 19.8 |
| Country of Origin | Japan |
| MSRP | $35.00 |
| Still Sold | Yes |
| Release Year | 1988 |
| Similar To | |
| Refills | |
| Capped? Retractable? | Capped - Snap On |
| Clip? | Metal |
| Length Capped / Retracted (cm) | 10.8 |
| Length Posted (cm) | 13.8 |
| Weight (g) | 32.1 |
| Refillable | Yes |
| Ink Color Shipped | Black |
