Testimonials

For years Cotapaxi has received thousands of letters and emails from people who love our pens. We feel that this is a testament to the quality and craftsmanship of our writing instruments. That people will actually take time out of their busy day to let us know how much they love their Cotapaxi pens. Please feel free to read a sampling of the letters below, and keep on writing!

Dear Cotapaxi,

Thank you so much for the beautiful pens you produced for the studio. Cotapaxi has become my favorite pen to use.

Joe Barbera

Co-Chairman, Founder

HANNA-BARBERA CARTOONS, INC

Dear Cotapaxi,

I love the creative look of your pens and the way it writes! This is the greatest pen I’ve ever had and when I have a paper to write in my middle school, out of all the students in my class, I enjoy it the most because I get to write with my “cool.click” pen. On the reverse side of my pen it says Saizen. I got it at my growth doctor’s office. It looks just like the needless injection shot. My pen makes my handwriting very cute. I just used this pen to write a REALLY long Mother’s day letter so my pen is almost out. I hope my two free pens will be creative just like me! I have to go now because I have school tomorrow and its 10:12pm Sunday.

Love your eagerly awaiting customer,

Mara Cohen

Gentlemen:

Great pens! Great service! Could not be happier with doing business with you.

Thomas J. Mc Donough

Gentlemen:

It all started with those free cool pens that pharmaceutical reps distributed to medical offices. One of them needed a refill and when I opened the pen, your info was printed on the refill. Hence, my love affair with Cotapaxi began. =) Thank you very much for a fine and reliable product.

Yours truly,

D.R.

Dear Sirs,

Soon after I ran out of ink in my pen, I took it apart to see if I could get refills at one of my local stores. Then, I read on the barrel, a website and your phone number. Since I don’t have a computer, I called your business telephone number and listened to the prompts. I found out I could reorder refills and pens “free”, for a small s/h fee. I got really excited and wanted to join in; here I am writing you today! I have a pen that uses an international jumbo refill, blue ink. I really loved the way the ink flowed right onto the paper, and that means a lot to me. Writing was one of my favorite subjects in school, and always received very high marks. At 57, a grandmother of 7, it’s still one of the lost arts that is slowly passing away, due to the high tech computer age. They do not teach handwriting as a subject anymore in school, and I believe my generation was the last, and they soon dropped it as a subject completely. My grandfather and grandmother had beautiful penmanship and so I wanted to do the same. My spelling is not so good, but most people compliment me on my handwriting today! Thank goodness for White-Out, we don’t have to start from scratch like we had to when I was younger. I would appreciate it if you could send me 3 free refills for the empty barrel I mentioned, and I believe 3 free pens mentioned in the recorded message. Thank you for taking the time to read my letter, and will be looking forward to receiving your products!

Thank you~

Cart Stewart

p.s. Do you have a catalog?

Dear Carl Cetera and company~

I’m writing with your “Ben and Jerry’s” Ice-cream pen with the cows and the logo “Give-a-lick.” This is my favorite pen because I love the cows and I also like where the gripper is. My friends like it too. Thank you SO MUCH for all the pens and products. I love every pen (especially Scooby Doo, Ben and Jerry’s, Tommy Hilfiger, and the gel grip Cotapaxi one! All the pens are really awesome but those four are the best. OK, well you know the Serano pen that started this obsession? Well, I got it from my doctor after a 4 hour long stimulation test and the pen mocks a needle-free growth hormone shot that I have to take after a 30 min MRI. I love the pen and every time I give myself the shot (once a day, everyday) I’ll think of you, and your awesome company and my design career instead of the pain. I’ve always had a passion for designing, whether it’s dancewear, bathing suits, clothes, or interiors, but I never thought of pens. Now I have them thanks to you and I can’t wait to begin designing (I’m not sure what I’ll design yet though). This summer I’m going to visit my uncle in Long Island, NY. Maybe if it’s ok with you we could come to your building. I’d love to tour around and meet you and your coworkers to see what they do. I’m going alone, just my uncle, so it wouldn’t be big. But only if you say its ok. Anyway, I have to go now. But before I go, how do you make your pens write so smooooothly. I just can’t get over how awesome they are! I will never stop writing with your pens! I hope you will supply me with more ink and maybe some more cool pens in the future and I will gladly pay! I wish I had known about you earlier, I would have had custom pens made for my Bat Mitzvah! Oh Well! BYE BYE for now!

Sincerely your #1 fan / customer / future co-worker,

Mara Cohen

Attn: Cotapaxi Pen Pals,

Thank you very much for the last order I received from you! That’s my reason for writing you today—I’m out of ink!! I want to tell you that your pens and refills are the best! Smooth is the word that describes how your pens are. I could buy any refill I want, but yours is the best I have ever used. Keep up the great work! Thanks again for the program you offer. It’s a very good deal for the pens and refills that are again “ THE BEST” in my opinion. (By the way, I’m writing you with your pen and ink now!) Thank you again and have a great day!

Sincerely,

Michael F. B.

Dear Sirs:

“Cotapaxi pens…I even dream of them”

Thank you very much,

Steve Kolpakowski

To Whom It May Concern:

I’ve been using Cotapaxi pens for the past five years or so. This is one of the greatest pens I have ever used. I really like the sponge felt finger grip with the fatter pen. I used the black gel and get the best results. I would recommend your pens to anyone who is looking for comfort and performance.

Donald Smith

To Whom It May Concern:

I have been receiving your refills for the last 10 years and I still have not found a gel pen that even comes close to the Cotapaxi pen refills. It still is one of the best pens I’ve ever used. As you can see it writes smoothly, doesn’t smudge, and is a pleasure to use. Thank you kindly.

Sincerely yours,

Neddel F. Griffin

Dear Cotapaxi:

All it took was the one time use of one of your metal pens and I’m hooked! I am a good pen freak. If they are bold and heavy and comfy, I’m there. I will continue to order from you time and time again. Can’t wait to receive my 2 new pens and all the refills. Please send metal pens if available. I’m disabled but you would be so surprised to know what a treat that would be for me. I will certainly tell my friends too. Thanking your very wonderful products.

Evelyn Winchester

What can I say- I’m an old person. The computer is not my idea of a good time. I am fortunate enough to have a job where someone is always available to type. I have to write a lot. I think much better with pen in hand. I need to see it written out before me. Typing it out just doesn’t work. Your pens/refills are great! I’ve tried disposable pens (Bic), but nothing works as well as your pens and refills. Coworkers are always looking for me to leave one behind!

Susan Skoczelas

Hello,

I received my Cotapaxi pen a few months ago from a woman who came into the Blockbuster where I worked. I had helped her with something and she was so pleased that she handed me a cool looking pen. She said she was a pediatrician and got them all the time. It’s for a child’s drug, “Viravon”. I’ve kept it with me since then, and have been using it to write all my notes and homework for college. It writes so easily and smoothly. I have to keep myself from doodling all over my school work. Thank you so much!

Heather Stanley

Cotapaxi,

I have never written a testimonial concerning a ball point pen (I’m now 63 years old)! But I needed the physician’s pen to do paperwork at his office during my last visit. In all honesty, I have never purchased a pen as comfortable to use as this pen.

-Anonymous

Dear Cotapaxi,

I love this pen! My husband was at his doctor’s office and was given some forms to fill out. The nurse handed us this purple pen with a Nexium logo to use. I didn’t want to give it back! I begged her for it and she was nice enough to oblige. Alas, my ink ran out. Desperate, I opened the pen to find the internet site and free refill offer. Thank you! I just love your pen because I have carpal tunnel and nerve damage in my fingers and wrist and your pen is just the right shape to hold when writing. What a pleasure to find a really great product with fantastic service like this. Thanks again!

Sincerely,

Mrs. Lisa Bobak

To Whom It May Concern,

Help!!! I need refills for my Cotapaxi pen desperately! My handwriting is terrible since I ran out of ink. Your pen gave me such beautiful penmanship and such ease of writing – my hand wasn’t stiff anymore, but as you can see/tell, I am NOT using a Cotapaxi pen now.

The pen I had been using has black ink and was made like a hypodermic needle with the advertised logo Novartis – for healthy blood pressure. (It’s very colorful with red, blue, yellow coloring) I worked at Passaic General Hospital for many years and the hypodermic pen reminds me of days past. Good luck with your endeavors.

Sincerely,

Judith A. Puzio

Dear Cotapaxi,

I love your pen! It writes smooth and clear and makes me write fast. Working with doctors, I need a pen that does not skip or drag, and believe me; I had many pens in my life. However, Cotapaxi is my pen for life!

Thank you,

Maria Lopez

Sirs @ Cotapaxi,

I am currently using your fat purple Nexium pen with jumbo ink gel refill. I am a student and stole this pen from the Dr’s office, and I am not ashamed because I LOVE IT! The cushioned grip allows me to write for hours and my hand does not get tired. Plus, my notes are kind of neat because of the thickness of the pen. Thank you for the refills in advance.

Lesette N. Coleman

Dear Cotapaxi,

I am a 28 year old young man returning to school after 8 years. During the first 3 weeks of college my writing fingers were sore due to writing utensils. My childhood friend’s mother gave me my first Cotapaxi pen at church one weekend, and not only did the soreness in my fingers disappear but I made the honor role for the first time in my life.

Thanks Cotapaxi,

Garfield Brown

To Whom It May Concern,

I enjoy using this pen – it is comfortable to use with smooth ink flow and no cap to lose! The advertised logo that is on the pen is Lamisil.

Thank you,

Lynette Patterson

Cotapaxi,

I am writing with one of your pens with the logo WelChol tablets. I like the gripper on the pen and it is just a pretty cool pen. I collect pens and this is one of my favorites. Thank you very much.

Again, thank you,

Debbie Addy

Thank you for a great pen.

My doctor’s office gave me 2. I have a hard time writing and these pens are great (They have Nexium on them). They are purple with cushion grip like no other pen has.

I love that it writes so smooth. My husband has been taking Nexium for over a year now and that’s why our doctor gave us each a pen. It’s all I use unless, like right now, they are both empty.

Anonymous

To Whom It May Concern,

I absolutely love this pen! I am a registered nurse and have used many different pens, but this is definitely one I have fallen in love with. I actually “borrowed” it from my mother who too is a registered nurse.

Thank you,

Edelweiss Hernandez

Dear Sir/Madam,

I love your pen and am using it to write this letter. I was given the pen by a friend who works at Little Company of Mary Hospital in Torrance, CA. The logo on the pen says “Pegasys” and “Copegus”. The pen feels great, writes great, and I enjoy the rubber grip – it makes writing easier on my hand. You folks make a great pen!

Thanks!

Vincent M. Lombine

Cotapaxi,

I just love the pen and it is so great to write with. I do a lot of writing and have to press very hard to go through 4 sheets of NCR paper. So you know this causes cramps and does not help my arthritis at all. The pen I am talking about is a jumbo sized ball-point. It was given to me from a drug rep and it is purple in color and has the logo of Nexium on it. It also has a comfortable cushion at the bottom where it rests against my fingers.

Thank you so much for this offer. I look forward to getting the free refills and free pens from you.

Joyce Saylor

To Whom This May Concern,

The Cotapaxi pen has become my favorite pen. The pen feels good in my hand and the ink has been consistent in flow in any direction of use. As a nurse who does a lot of writing, it has proven to be an excellent pen with long lasting ink and clean delivery. The logo on the pen is “Avandia”.

Thank you,

Barbara Rosler

Cotapaxi,

Please send me refills for my pen. My wife swears by your products and I agree. Your pens are a pleasure to hold and are smooth writing with no skipping.

Good job! I also am impressed that you offer free refills. Thank you.

Sincerely,

Gilbert Santana

To Whom It May Concern,

I acquired a Cotapaxi pen about three months ago, and it is honestly the best pen I have ever written with. I work in an office where pens are hard to come by, and easy to lose. If I ever noticed my Cotapaxi pen to be missing, I would track it down in the office. I was afraid that even someone picking it up to borrow it would see how great it wrote and try to keep it permanently, so I would hide the pen beneath the tray in my desk. Just ask anyone in the office…I am serious about my Cotapaxi pen!

Thanks for the great pen!

Katie James

To Whom This May Concern,

The advertised logo that appears on my pen is Pegasys for injection Copegus. My job requires a lot of writing. I like how the pen feels and writes. The pen is sturdy and very professional looking.

Thanks!

Pamela Castellon

To Whom It May Concern,

I am an emergency room nurse so I do a lot of writing, and I love writing with your pen. It is a good quality pen that lasts a long time. I like the fact that the ink doesn’t smudge just after you’ve written something like pens I’ve used in the past. I am glad to be able to take advantage of your replenishment offer and hope to be able to continue using your pens for a long time to come. The advertised logo on my pen is Rocephin. Thank you again for the opportunity to use your pens and I look forward to receiving my free refills.

Sincerely,

Jodi Daw

To Whom It May Concern,

I am writing to let you know that I really have enjoyed writing with my Cotapaxi pen. I am sad that I have recently run out of ink. So I am in need of some refills. Please! The advertised logo on my pen is for Endal HD Syrup. I just want to say thank you for making such a great pen. It is hard to find pens that I enjoy using but I have finally found one that I love.

Sincerely,

Andrea Gallardo

Sir,

I am writing to you about my experience with one of your ink pens a co-worker gave me. I like the rubber grip it has for my fingers and it fits my hand very well just like gripping the steering wheel of my corvette. My cherished pen has 3 colors; red, green and blue with a medical logo, Benicar on it.

Sincerely,

George A. Gonzales

To Whom It May Concern,

I love writing with this pen. It just flows and you write. The ink doesn’t smudge and it’s very, very smooth. The advertising on the pen says; Benicar HCT. Thank you very kindly. I have ordered the refills numerous times. This is how much I enjoy writing with them.

Sincerely yours,

Neddel G. Griffin

To Whom It May Concern,

The pen I have been using is a pharmaceutical rep pen for WelChol. It has a clear tip, black rubber gripper and white body. The clip says www.welchol.com. The pen writes very nicely and it has been used so much that it’s out of ink!

Thanks!

Lauren Grayson

To Whom It May Concern,

Thank you for my Cotapaxi pen. My Cotapaxi pen probably writes the best of all the pens I have gotten. I received this from the Ambien people and it has done quite well.

Sincerely yours,

John K. Earl, M.D.

Cotapaxi pens,

I have a pen from Cotapaxi and I love it! It is light weight but balanced. It has a very comfortable grip section. I can write all day with it! My pen has the logo “Pediatrix” on it and it was a freebie at a conference I attended. You can be sure I won’t be using any other pen at work or at home!

Thank you,

Ruthene Simpson

Dear Cotapaxi,

As a doctor, my husband meets many drug reps who offer him a wide array of products advertising their drugs. He often brings home pens for me because I love pens. But I have to say that my favorite pen he has brought home has to be the “Rocephin iv-im” pen. It is from your company and I love writing with it. It is one of the smoothest pens I have ever used. I like the finger grip and feel of the pen in my hand.

Sincerely,

Alicia Quackenbush

To Cotapaxi,

I am a nurse and the first to admit that a large part of nursing these days involves writing and documentation. As a result, you can imagine I’ve sought for and purchased a great number of writing utensils, always seeking for better, more efficient writing utensils.

My quest for an efficient, lightweight, easy to grip pen ended when I was handed three of Cotapaxi’s pens by a Pediatrix rep at an annual Epidemiology Conference here in Sacramento, CA at the beginning of this year. There it was, all I could have wanted from a pen…a soft, large grip, very lightweight, with smooth-flowing gel ink.

My writing tasks were a breeze, swift and unusually neat, due to the ease of ink-flow from this wonderful pen. The nurses at my workplace, whom I had given one of these same pens made similar remarks.

After approximately 8 months of writing with this pen, alas, tragically, the ink ran out, leaving me with a void, as all my efforts to find a refill in stores were unsuccessful.

I miss writing with such ease and comfort, and will gladly take advantage of the free refills. I’ll pass this information on to my equally despaired colleagues as well.

Sincerely,

Miriam Erpenbach

To Whom It May Concern,

I have very much enjoyed using one of your pens. This particular pen has the “New Benicar HCT Tablets” logo on it, and the feel of the pen and the fact that it’s always “ready-to-go”, i.e., I have never ever had to scratch back and forth on a piece of scrap paper with it to get the ink flowing, have made it a particular favorite of mine.

I was disappointed when the pen recently ran out of ink and concerned whether I would be able to find a refill for it. I really want to be able to keep using the pen, so it was a very pleasant surprise to see on the barrel of the ink cartridge not only a company name and website via which I could obtain a refill, but also that the refills are free! As if that weren’t enough, when I went to the website expecting to find out how I could obtain a free refill, I find that I can get 3 refills and 2 additional pens for FREE! Amazing…I don’t know how you do it and stay in business, but I’m grateful.

Thanks very much again for the great pen and for making it so easy and affordable for me to continue to use the pen that I like so much.

Respectfully,

Philip J. Powell