The question isn’t whether we need another titanium pen but whether we need an EDC pen that moonlights as a bottle opener and emergency glass breaker. The answer, for anyone who’s ever found themselves stuck with a sealed beer and no opener, is probably yes.
Titans Collide
Big Idea Design has spent over a decade perfecting the art of titanium EDC tools, building their reputation on refill compatibility and bombproof construction since their Kickstarter days in the early 2010s. But for its Jot N Pop Ti Pocket Pro, it decided to tap Tom Medvedich’s Notorious EDC for a playful spin on their flagship pen.
New York-based Notorious has carved out its own niche with the Beer Bomb, a pry tool that became an instant collectible among gear enthusiasts. However, few ever thought they’d see the popular bottle opener integrated into a writing utensil.
A Touch of Glass (Breaking)
Grade 5 titanium forms the pen body, tip, and internal components, while the pocket clip uses Grade 4 titanium for proper tension. At 4.76″ long and weighing just 0.88oz empty, it keeps the balance of the original Pocket Pro. The twist deployment remains smooth, revealing a Schmidt P900 refill that’s compatible with the entire Parker-style ecosystem.
The bottle opener integration feels very natural, positioned opposite the pocket clip in a cutout that doesn’t compromise the pen’s structural integrity. For emergency situations, the solid titanium construction doubles as a glass breaker when the tip is retracted — a feature that transforms this from a writing instrument to a legitimate survival tool.
Best of Both Worlds
What stands out about this collaboration is how it respects both brands’ design philosophies. The Pocket Pro’s minimalist aesthetic remains intact while incorporating Notorious EDC’s practical approach to everyday problem-solving. The combined features don’t clash one bit, and look almost kismet.
Spec Sheet
Model: Notorious EDC Jot N Pop Ti Pocket Pro Pen
Materials: Grade 5 titanium body, Grade 4 titanium clip
Length: 4.76″
Weight: 0.88oz empty
Refill: Schmidt P900 included, Parker-style compatible
Functions: Writing, bottle opening, glass breaking
Warranty: Lifetime
Price: $120
Pricing & Availability
Backed by a lifetime warranty, the Jot N Pop Ti Pocket Pro is available now directly from Big Idea Design for $120.
Recap
Big Idea Design x Notorious EDC Jot n Pop Ti Pocket Pro Pen
Big Idea Design and Notorious EDC have collaborated on the Jot N Pop Ti Pocket Pro, a full-titanium pen that combines Big Idea’s reliable writing instrument with Notorious EDC’s signature bottle opener functionality.
