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The PenAgain is a ergonomic writing device developed by Pacific Writing Instruments, Inc. The PenAgain was designed to alleviate stress and reduce the risk of repetitive strain injury while writing.

Writing with the PenAgain differs from writing with a traditional cylindrical pen. Some users have reported that a learning curve is required with the PenAgain due to its "Y" shape.^{[citation needed]} The writer's index finger sits in the Y-shaped device, so that the weight of the writer's hand directs pressure to the pen’s tip. This eliminates the need to grip the pen and push the tip into the paper. The index finger guides the tip of the pen, removing stress traditionally placed on the thumb and forefinger while writing. This hand posture reduces the likelihood of calluses and cramps.^{[citation needed]}

[edit] History

The bifuricated shape for a writing device was first proposed and patented by John WyttenBach in 1886.^[1] Several other interations arose including The Pen and Brush Holder of Dwight B. Smith and the Penholder by George Cooper Ward.^[2] Colin Roche designed the PenAgain while serving detention in high school.^[3] The PenAgain went through several design iterations and on October 28, 2003 was granted a patent from the USPTO.^[4]

[edit] References

^ WyttenBach, John Bifuricated Pen-Holder Patent Number 336540, Feb, 16, 1886.
^ Smith, Dwight B Pen and Brush Holder Patent Number 340382, Apr, 20, 1886; Ward, George Cooper Penholder Patent Number 657370, Sep. 4, 1900
^ Perkins, Broderick Life Enhancement Made Possible by Non-Chip Technology San Jose Business J. Jan, 2, 2004
^ Roche, Colin, Ronse, Bobby Ergonomic Writing Instrument Patent Number 6637962, Oct, 28, 2003