Key Features
Marks Deep and CleanThe Pica BIG Ink 170/46 Smart-Use Marker XL, Black works as both a permanent marker and a deep hole marker, so you can make bold visible marks and still reach into tighter spots with better control. One-Hand ReadyThe quiver cap stays on your trousers, which makes the marker quicker to grab and put away when you are moving from layout to installation. Longer Tip LifeThe TWIST & REVIVE tip can be turned around to bring it back into service fast, helping you use more of the XL ink reserve instead of tossing the marker early.
Overview
Pica BIG Ink 170/46 Smart-Use Marker XL, Black is a marking tool built for tradespeople who need one marker that can handle bold surface marks and deeper access points without switching tools. This is a marking tool designed for visible jobsite marking on glossy and dry surfaces. Model Number: 170/46. If you are laying out cut lines, marking install points, or reaching into holes and channels where a regular permanent marker comes up short, this is the kind of marker that earns a spot in your pocket fast.
The big selling point here is that it combines a permanent marker and a deep hole marker in one body. That matters because you are not carrying one marker for flat material and another for recessed marks. According to the product data, it delivers strong, highly visible markings with pinpoint accuracy, which is exactly what you want when you are marking metal, trim, panels, boxes, fixtures, or other surfaces where a fuzzy line creates mistakes later.
The tip design is doing a lot of the work. Pica calls it a soft and shape-sturdy tip, which means it is made to write smoothly while still holding its form well enough for controlled marks. In plain terms, that helps when you need a line you can actually follow, not a blob or a dragged-out smear. The stainless steel tube around the writing nib is also a practical touch because it helps keep fingers cleaner during repeated use.
On the job, carry matters almost as much as the marker itself. The quiver cap is designed to stay on your trousers, so the marker is always where you expect it to be and can be used with one hand. That sounds simple, but it is a real time-saver when you are climbing ladders, carrying material, or moving between measurements and fast layout work. For installers and service techs, that one-handed access is the kind of detail that makes a tool feel better thought out.
Pica also built in a useful lifespan feature with the TWIST & REVIVE writing tip. When the tip starts to wear down, it can be turned around for a quick revival. That helps you keep using the large XL ink reserve instead of losing usable ink because the tip gave out first. For anyone who burns through markers on site, that is a practical advantage, not just a gimmick.
This marker is suitable for glossy and dry surfaces, which makes it a flexible choice for general construction, finish work, mechanical trades, and shop use. If you move between different materials through the day and need a permanent marker for layout, identification, or installation marks, this Pica marker covers more ground than a basic office-style marker. It is best for pros and serious DIY users who care about visibility, access, and keeping a marker close at hand instead of digging through a pouch every time they need to make a line.
Reach Where Standard Markers Cannot
This deep hole marker format helps when you need to mark inside openings, channels, or hard-to-reach spots that a regular permanent marker cannot get into cleanly.
- Combines a permanent marker and deep hole marker in one tool
- Pinpoint accuracy helps keep layout marks more controlled
Carry It All Day Without Fighting the Cap
The quiver cap setup is built for real work. Clip it once and the cap stays put, so you can pull the marker out and get back to work without a two-handed routine.
- Quiver cap is designed to stay on your trousers
- One-handed handling makes repeated marking faster
Pica BIG Ink 170/46 Smart-Use Marker XL, Black Built for Longer Use
The reversible tip and XL ink reserve make this a better value than a throwaway marker that dries up or wears out too soon.
- TWIST & REVIVE tip can be turned around for quick life extension
- Large XL ink reserve helps you use more of the marker before replacement
Key Specifications
| Brand | Pica Dry |
|---|---|
| Model Number | 170/46 |
| Product Type | Marking Tool |
| Marker Type | Permanent marker and deep hole marker in one |
| Color | Black |
| Surface Compatibility | Glossy and dry surfaces |
| Tip Design | Soft, shape-sturdy tip |
| Nib Protection | Stainless steel tube around writing nib |
Built For
ConstructionGeneral ContractingElectricalPlumbingHVACCarpentryMetalworkingLayout and marking
Pro Tip
When the line starts to lose definition, do not toss the marker right away. Flip the TWIST & REVIVE tip first so you can keep using the XL ink reserve that is still in the body.
Tool Nut’s Take
Tool Nut’s Take
One Marker That Solves Two Annoying Problems
The Pica BIG Ink 170/46 Smart-Use Marker XL, Black makes sense for anyone tired of carrying a regular marker plus a separate deep-hole marker.
- Who it’s for: Pros and serious DIY users doing layout, install work, punch-list work, and general jobsite marking on mixed surfaces.
- Why it stands out: It gives you visible permanent marks, better reach into recessed areas, a clip-friendly quiver cap, and a reversible tip that helps you use more of the ink you paid for.
- Worth knowing: This is about versatility and convenience more than fancy extras. If you mark all day in different situations, that is exactly why it is worth buying.
Common Questions
- What kind of tool is this? It is a marking tool that combines a permanent marker and a deep hole marker in one.
- What surfaces can it mark? Product data states it is suitable for all glossy and dry surfaces.
- Can the writing tip be refreshed? Yes. The TWIST & REVIVE tip can be completely turned around for a quick revival.
- What helps keep fingers cleaner during use? The writing nib is surrounded by a stainless steel tube.
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