Graph Gear 1000 Mechanical Drafting Pencil 0.7mm Blue (PG1017)

OK, I'm a mechanical pencil nerd . . . That being said, this is the best mechanical pencil I've ever owned. I actually researched various ones and this one always seems to come out on top. I now know why. It works flawlessly, has a decent weight and feel (it's actually metal, not plastic), and the point retracts back into pencil when you press the clip so no more getting poked through your pocket. Seems really durable even with heavy use and, while more expensive then the cheapos you can get at the local retailer, you actually do get more for the money. Only disappointment is the replacement erasers made by Pentel are half the size of the ones that come with the pencil.

I have used many drafting pencils (Rotring, other Pentels), but the GraphGear 1000 is my favorite for carrying around. The standout feature is the dual-action retractor—when you clip it to your pocket or notebook, the tip automatically retracts. No more stabbing myself or bending the fragile metal sleeve! The grip is unique a mix of knurled metal and rubber ovals. It gives you the precision of a metal grip without it being too harsh on your fingers during long writing sessions. It feels premium, heavy, and well-balanced. Highly recommended for students or architects who need a durable daily driver. Pros: • Retractable tip protects the lead and your pockets. • Grip is comfortable (metal + rubber). • Solid spring-loaded clip. Cons: • Slightly top-heavy compared to the GraphGear 500. 100% get what you pay for, totally worth it Size is perfect, easy to grasp Write speed is another level ✨✨✨

I absolutely love the Pentel GraphGear series of pencils, and the 1000s are peak, but the 0.9mm of that particular line is my favorite of all. A nice sturdy pen that is great for drafting and fun to use. It’s got a good heft to it and is well made and fairly comfortable for writing (though technically it’s made for drafting). A very good value pencil! I did have one snap when I dropped it. But otherwise these are built tough.

It is an excellent pencil. The lead does not constantly break like the cheap ones. My only suggestion is that it feature an eraser on the other end.

Fantastic mechanical pencils. They have a great weight to them, and are comfortable. Push the clip and the lead and tip auto retract. I've got some similar cheaper knockoffs - they are good, but you get what you pay for - these are worth the extra.

This pencil is great. It's reliable, has a good weight to it, and it's perfectly comfortable and grippy in the hand. I have owned 2 of these over the last 4 years, after upgrading from a graphgear 500, and have enjoyed nearly every minute writing with them. Unfortunately, after about a year and a half or two, the central yellow plastic piece (0.9mm version) breaks. This has happened with both pencils I've owned. Each time, its broken around the threads (see picture), and because this plastic piece holds the rest of the pencil together, it basically renders the pencil useless after it breaks. I've never been overly rough with the pencil, and only take it apart maybe twice a year, so I think this piece just gets old and brittle after a while. That being said, 2 years is a pretty long time for a mechanical pencil to last. The rest of this pencil has basically no chance of breaking with normal use. If it wasn't for the plastic piece giving out, I'd probably still be on my first one. And yes, the proprietary eraser refills are a bit annoying, but they're pretty cheap and unusually last quite a while despite their small size. I can definitely still recommend this pencil to anyone looking for that "premium" experience.

Good pens. Good wuality. I draw details with this pen

I love these pencils. The metal body gives it a decent weight for more control, although it might feel a little "top-heavy" depending on your drawing style. I personally use them for technical drawing, with the pencil perpendicular to the page, so the balance isn't as much of an issue. I love the fact that they're retractable, as I don't know how many pencil tips I've bent over the years being fumble-fingered. When retracted, the metal shroud around the tip keeps it protected from bumps in all directions. When extended, the tips have a nice length, allowing them to get the point very close to the edge of a ruler while keeping the pencil perpendicular to the page. The one downside to this 0.3mm pencil is not actually the pencil's fault. 0.3mm leads break very easily. When I first got it, sometimes the leads wouldn't advance and I discovered that the lead had broken off inside the tip. Thankfully, the pencil comes with a small 0.3mm pin stuck into the inside of the eraser, which allowed me to pop the broken lead back into the pencil and remove it. I've come up with two possible causes for the breakage. One is that the pencil was bumped from the side with enough force to snap the lead somewhere in the middle. I don't expect it would take a lot of force for this to happen. The other possibility is that the lead snapped during retraction. The pencil retracts with a good amount of force, and the resulting shock/vibration might have broken the lead. This was easily solved with better lead though. I got rid of the lead that came in the pencil, and replaced it with some Pentel Ain Stein lead. I suspect that other reinforced leads such as Uni NanoDia would work as well. After replacing the lead, the breakage issue stopped completely. I'm extremely happy with these pencils and highly recommend them.

Excellent pencil! Robust! I love it's weight that makes it sit comfortable in my hand! Equipped with a clever mechanism to protect the nib and the lead. I started with 0.3 and I have now the 0.9, the 0.5, and got even this 0.7

Uma lapiseira excelente, especialmente para uso profissional, feita inteiramente de alumínio, com ótimo peso e durabilidade.

Excellent pencil.

The quality is good. Its slightly on the heavier side with metal and all. Nib goes in when u click the clip so it doesn't prick us accidentally. Nice Lineweight. Good grip. Suitable for sketching. Always Love japanese products. Rarely ever goes wrong.

1. Design e Meccanismo "Dual-Action" La caratteristica distintiva della GraphGear 1000 è il suo meccanismo a scatto. Premendo la clip, la punta rientra completamente nel corpo della matita. Perché è fantastico: Protegge la sottilissima punta (specialmente quella delicata da 0,3 mm) da urti o cadute e impedisce che buchi le tasche o rovini l'astuccio. 2. Ergonomia e Grip L'impugnatura è un capolavoro di design: un mix di metallo zigrinato e piccoli cuscinetti in gomma (lattice free). Sensazione: Offre una presa ferma e sicura che non affatica la mano, nemmeno durante lunghe sessioni di scrittura o disegno. Il peso è bilanciato verso la punta, il che facilita il controllo del tratto. 3. Versatilità dei Calibri (0,3 mm vs 0,7 mm) La 0,3 mm (Dettaglio Estremo): Ideale per tratteggi finissimi, dettagli tecnici minuscoli o per chi ha una calligrafia molto piccola e precisa. Nonostante la mina sia sottile, il meccanismo Pentel la sostiene egregiamente riducendo le rotture. La 0,7 mm Blue (Affidabilità Quotidiana): La versione blu è la "tuttofare". Perfetta per prendere appunti veloci o per schizzi dove serve un tratto più marcato e resistente. La mina da 0,7 mm è molto difficile da spezzare, rendendola ideale anche per chi ha una mano pesante. 4. Qualità Costruttiva Interamente realizzata in metallo, la GraphGear 1000 trasmette una sensazione di robustezza "premium". Non c'è quel fastidioso gioco delle parti tipico delle matite in plastica; ogni componente è solido e preciso.