I hear and I acquiesce.

Hey, I LIKE purple! What's wrong with it? <img src="images/graemlins/shocked.gif" alt="" />

The lava finish looks pretty cool. That's what I have.

The Lava finish is a very good feel IMO. It is slightly rough but not too rough. It just makes gripping easier and more comfortable, looks great too.

Fine pens are another of my vices, and Rotrings are affordable solid fine pens....not pry bars.

Stuck staplers should be pounded on the desk then tossed across a room before any pen prying is even considered. <img src="images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />