The Nevada manufacturer behind every crewed NASA mission since 1968

A Nevada-based family-owned company has been quietly making history by producing the pens used on every crewed NASA mission since 1968. These pens, crafted in Boulder City, have not only been essential tools for space exploration but also celebrated pieces of industrial design showcased in New York's Museum of Modern Art. Their cultural footprint extends to pop culture, notably featuring in the iconic "Seinfeld" episode "The Pen." This small-town company's role in space history underscores the importance of everyday objects in monumental achievements.