Last time I bought these the red ink had been downgraded to a lighter poor-flowing shade. Are they back to the original red?

I had the same problem with the red ink running out the fastest on the multicolor pen. I finally bought a 12 pack of red BIC pens on Amazon for $1.79. (That's the total for ALL 12 pens.) I used the first one 5 days a week at work, several times a day, and it lasted me almost a year. I still have most of the rest. This is the product: BIC Round Stic Xtra Life Ball Pen, Medium Point (1.0 mm), Red, 12-Count.http://www.amazon.com/BIC-Round-Medium-Point-12-Count/dp/B00006IE7J?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_search_detailpageI do still like the multicolor pens, and use them for other purposes.

The red has changed- less ink and lighter

The ink has changed color over the years, but I have used these since about 1971. I hadn't noticed any particular change in the amount of ink of any particular color. It could just be a bad batch of red ink.

How do you refill the lead

TO refill the lead you simply twist the barrel to open it. Remove the metal piece on the lead tube. Insert no more than 2 leads and reassemble. I hope this is helpful. The BIC Team - The Official BIC Store

Can you refill this pen with basic fine point cartridges or do you have to use Medium cartridges like it originally comes with?

The BIC 4-Color fine or medium refill will fit in the pen. I hope this helps. The BIC Team - The Official BIC Store

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Bic 4-Color Retractable Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point (1.0mm), Assorted Colors, With Long-Lasting Ink, 12-Count

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Age range (description)
Adult
Brand
BIC
Colour
multicolor
Ink colour
Multicolor
Writing instrument form
Ballpoint Pen

🎯1.0 mm medium point for precision

♻️Eco-certified minimal materials

🖊️4 ink colors in one pen

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Description

🖋️ Color your success with every click!

ENDURANCE THAT LASTS - Each cartridge writes up to 2 km, totaling an impressive 8 km per pen—because your ideas deserve longevity.
SWITCH COLORS INSTANTLY - Four vibrant inks—blue, red, green, black—all at your fingertips for seamless color coding and bullet journaling.
PRECISION MEETS VERSATILITY - Medium 1.0 mm tips deliver crisp, clear lines perfect for professional notes, drafts, and creative projects.
CLASSIC DESIGN MODERN FUNCTION - Sleek retractable barrel with a handy clip keeps your pen accessible and stylish wherever you go.
SUSTAINABLY MADE FOR THE CONSCIOUS PRO - Crafted in France with minimal raw materials and NF Environnement eco-label certification—write smarter, greener.

The BIC 4-Color Retractable Ballpoint Pen combines four essential ink colors in one sleek, retractable design with medium 1.0 mm tips for precise writing. Each refill lasts up to 2 km, totaling 8 km per pen, making it ideal for professionals who value efficiency and style. Made sustainably in France with eco-label certification, this pen is perfect for color coding, bullet journaling, and serious note-taking.

Specifications

ASIN	B01ARMUZ1E
Additional Features	Retractable
Age Range Description	Adult
Animal Theme	no animal theme
Best Sellers Rank	#16,308 in Office Products ( See Top 100 in Office Products ) #295 in Retractable Ballpoint Pens
Body Shape	Cylindrical
Brand Name	BIC
Closure Type	Twist
Color	multicolor
Customer Reviews	4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (32,034)
Drill Point	Medium
Global Trade Identification Number	00070330246232, 03086123233829
Grip Type	Soft
Hand Orientation	Ambidextrous
Hardness	HB
Included Components	Ballpoint Pen, Ballpoint/Rollerball/Gel (Writing Instruments and Accessories), Writing Instruments and Accessories
Ink Base	Hybrid
Ink Color	Multicolor
Item Diameter	1 Millimeters
Item Dimensions	33 x 152 x 70 millimeters
Item Type Name	Ballpoint Pen
Item Weight	12 Grams
Line Size	1_0_1_9mm
Manufacturer	Bic
Material Type	Plastic resin
Model Name	4-Color Retractable Pen
Model Number	MM11
Pattern	Ballpoint Pen
Recommended Uses For Product	Drafting, Writing
Style	Contemporary
Subject Character	no subject character
Theme	Color Coding
UPC	300718561795 343538942863 070330246232
Unit Count	12 Count
Water Resistance Level	Not Water Resistant
Writing Instrument Form	Ballpoint Pen
Writing Technique	ballpoint

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