Best Sharpie Marker Reviews 2018

The Sharpie brand is a popular one; it seems to have a culture of its own, one that all of its customers seem to identify with—a culture where an unbridled expression of creativity is encouraged and even demanded. But how did it all begin? Let’s take a brief drive down the Sharpie memory lane, shall we? Well, it all started in 1957 when Frederick Redington and William Sanford, Jr. created the Sanford Manufacturing Company to produce and sell glue. The company grew, survived two fires, and grew even larger.

Now to properly tell this story, one must digress a bit into the history of the permanent marker (see how much marker-making cred the Sharpie brand has got?). Ten years into the turn of the 18th century, Lee Newman got the patent for the first ever marking pen with a felt tip; sixteen years later, another patent was awarded to Benjamin Paskach for his “fountain paintbrush”. However, none of them were commercially viable, and by 1944, the patent that formed the basis for what would be the Sharpie pen was awarded to Walter J. De Groft. Twenty years down the line, Sanford introduced the first pen-style permanent marker to the world—the Sharpie Fine Point black marker. It could write on virtually every surface.

With innovative designs, new introduction, and celebrity endorsements, Sharpie’s popularity grew; by the end of 2002 they had grown so popular that it was estimated that for every American household, one would find approximately 2 Sharpie markers. The growth and inventiveness of the brand continues ‘til today.

Sharpies can be found in every color of the spectrum and come in different designs to deliver different results depending on your need. They can be found with felt tips that range from really thin to jumbo-sized big; you can also find Sharpie markers in mini and king sizes. Whether you’re going to write on boards in school or at work, are an artist—pro or hobbyist—with drawing and calligraphy to render, or you just need them to mark and write on stuff with, there is a Sharpie pen with your name on it.

We intend to provide you with the necessary tips—pun intended—to help you make the right Sharpie choice for you; so come on, grab a pen, a notebook, and your favorite drink, and enjoy the review.