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    Rectractable Sharpies

    I've tried some of the retractable Sharpie markers (a recently introduced product, as far as I know). They are OK if I am writing on an absorbent surface and remember to retract them when done. When I write on a surface like acetate or metal for a long time, the tip of the marker dries up. I can revive the tip by dipping it in alcohol ( isopropyl, left over from ancient 5 1/4 floppy drive cleaning kits) and then marking on an absorbent surface.

    Edit: I do mean "re" tractable, contrary to the title of the post!
    Last edited by Stephen Tashiro; 04-08-2010 at 9:19 PM.

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    these have been around for quite a few years. the company my dad works for makes the original ones. sharpie wasnt the original. and as far as i have seen they arent as good
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    I had one of these, but it NEVER worked, I bought it one day, didn't use it, came home, threw my clothes in the washer and the next day it wouldn't write worth a darn. Go figure.
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    Why not use an old fashioned Sharpie where you take the top off? I suppose retractable is easier if you are using the Sharpie often, but not often enough to leave the cap off.

    Anyone know how long capped Sharpies will last if unused?

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    why not just use soapstone for metal? its easier and doesnt burn off
    14x48 custom 2hp 9gear lathe
    9 inch pre 1940 craftsman lathe
    36 inch 1914 Sydney bandsaw (BEAST)
    Wood in every shelf and nook and cranny,,, seriously too much wood!

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