Copic Markers

I just received some of the amazing and expensive Copic markers.  With such a great tool comes a great responsibility... and, therefore, a LOT of RESEARCH!!!
First of all, this product has it's own amazing and informational website where I've gotten this info and the link will be here: Copic Website.
Second of all, I will not be talking about all of their professional products but just the markers (otherwise we'll be here FOREVER). So let's just jump on in.
Copic makes high quality alcohol markers that are ideal for all styles of art, design, illustration, you name it! And they are also durable, refillable, and have replaceable nibs, meaning you only need to buy a marker once.
The website also highlights six guarantees:


Vibrant, Smooth Coloration
Copic ink applies smoothly and is easy to blend. The alcohol based ink dries acid free and does not destroy paper fibers the way water based inks do. Also, the open time on uncoated papers is limitless, so you can go back and re-wet the ink years later.
Permanent & Non-Toxic
Copic markers are free of harmful chemicals and overwhelming odors, making them much more enjoyable to use than other brands.
Refillable
Once you purchase a marker, it is yours for life. By simply refilling the marker and replacing damaged nibs, your marker will last a lifetime.
Dependability
Copic markers will not dry out when not in use. With a guaranteed 3-year shelf life, your investment will not waste away in storage.
Quality Tested
Each marker is hand-tested for overall quality and color consistency three times before it is shipped from Japan.
Super Brush Nib
This unique, flexible brush allows for smooth blends and paint-like application. No other brush marker on the market has the feel and quality of the Super Brush nib.

Copic also makes four different types of markers!!

Classic

This marker is the original line of art tools.  Classic markers are most popular among Comic Artists, Architects, Product Designers, Graphic Designers, Industrial Designers, Calligraphers, Quilters, Scrapbookers, and for journaling and mixed media arts.

Features:

Square barrel
ABS Compatible
Holds the most ink
Available in 214 colors
Refillable - 9 refills from just one Various Ink bottle
Classic Sets: available in a variety of combinations
Includes a Broad Chisel nib and a Fine Point nib
9 nib options: Brush nib, Standard Fine nib, Standard Broad nib, Semi Broad nib, Soft Broad nib, Super Fine nib, Round nib, Calligraphy 3 mm nib and Calligraphy 5 mm nib

Sketch

(My markers :3) Sketch markers come in the widest range of colors, and feature the Medium Broad and Super Brush nib combination. The responsive and flexible Super Brush nib delivers a wide range of marks and makes blending easy. The Super Brush nib feels like a saturated, long lasting, flexible brush that never frays. It gives artists the ability to spread ink smoothly in a manner similar to watercolor. The other end has a Medium Broad nib with a firm chisel tip, perfect for airbrushing and coloring large areas. Sketch markers are commonly used for comics, storyboard illustration, fashion design, interior design, manga, anime, landscape architecture, rubber-stamping, mixed media arts, tattoo arts, calligraphy and more!

Features:

Oval barrel
ABS Compatible
Available in all 358 colors
Refillable - 12 refills from one Various Ink bottle
Sketch Sets: available in a variety of combinations
Includes a Medium Broad nib and a Super Brush nib
3 nib options: Super Brush, Medium Broad and Medium Round

Ciao

The Ciao marker is the most economical Copic marker, providing the same great quality and experience as Sketch, but at a more attractive price. The Medium Broad nib allows for thick strokes while the Super Brush nib works great for variable-width strokes.

Features:

Round barrel
Available in 180 colors
Refillable - 15 refills from one Various Ink bottle
Includes a Medium Broad Chisel nib and a Super Brush nib
2 nib options: Super brush nib and Medium Broad nib
Come with a child-safe cap that features small air holes
Ciao Sets: available in a variety of combinations

Wide
Wide markers are the premier choice for coloring large areas with a consistent stroke. Their large nibs are excellent for calligraphy, architectural design, graffiti, product rendering and coloring backgrounds. They feature two replaceable nib options and are easy to refill.

Features:

Flat barrel
Available in 36 colors
Comes with a 3/4" wide nib
2 Nib Options: 18 mm and Broad Calligraphy
Refillable - 7 refills from one Various Ink bottle
Wide Sets: available in a variety of combinations

Copic also has a ton of videos and question boards for customers to watch and read.  They also provide classes on how to use their products and a lot more.  I'm excited to use my Copic markers and hopefully master them professionally.