Mechanical pencil Pentel PG1013-E GraphGear1000, line width 0.3 mm, rubber (Z2-1N), 1 piece

Product Information

The Pentel GraphGear 1000 is a perfect automatic drafting pencil for average users, having a ceiling budget commonly spent for regular stationery items. This model has a lot of features and upgrades which the 500 didn’t have.

Grip: A pencil grip won’t necessarily make your pencil more comfortable to use, and some people actually find them cumbersome. But if you want a pencil with a big, squishy grip, we know the perfect one for you. Surprisingly, our testers found the grips on some of the higher-end mechanical pencils more uncomfortable — perhaps because they’re designed to keep your grasp firmly in place, but not cushion your hand. Jamming happens more often with smaller diameter lead pencils, such as 0.3 mm, but it can happen to any drafting or mechanical pencil. Harder leads (for example 2H or 3H) are more prone to breaking and more likely to jam a pencil. If you’re more comfortable with wooden pencil forms or are not likely to take advantage of the unique color-coding scheme, there are other pencil options to better suit your needs. The lead indicator is located at the transition between the grip and the pencil body in the viewing window. The lettering, which shows the pencil’s hardness, is colored according to the lead size. It ranges from 2B to 2H, but if you are using a different lead, it shows a blank spot.A local stationary shop owner might often give you a confused look when you enquire about “mechanical pencils.” These pencils are known by different names, and often the technical term may baffle a shopkeeper. However, you must first understand your requirements before going on to choose the pencil that would be ideal. The GraphGear 500 model serves the purpose of a beginner learning the intricacies of the draftsmanship profession. Seasoned professionals who require faster output, and have to work for very long hours, tend to choose the GraphGear 1000 model for its ergonomic design and well-balanced metal body.

Materials and aesthetics: Just like other writing utensils, there are an array of colors and styles of mechanical pencils available. You can get ones that resemble a pen or a conventional woodcase pencil, or you can get something bright and colorful. As a general rule, don’t assume that the quality of the pencil’s “look” is equal to how well it writes. How we tested This considerate design utilizes a metal barrel and tip to ensure it feels sturdy in your hand. I like to see the latex-free pads in the chiseled metallic grip as the company actively chooses to not alienate those with a latex allergy. Some people say that pencils with plastic clutches jam more frequently than ones with brass clutches, but generally we haven’t found this to be true. The factors above, and the overall quality of your pencil and lead will be much more of a factor than the material of your clutch. Pencil Cleaning Rod Lead cushioning: Some mechanical pencils use a lead cushion or guard that reinforces the lead against rougher writing styles. If you’re aggressive with your writing utensils, you may want to consider it.The GraphGear 500 has a smaller barrel, making the model much lighter than its competitors. Despite its lightness, the GraphGear 500 possesses a sturdy construction and a solid metallic grip. Alvin – Draft-Matic: The Alvin, another “luxury” pencil at over ten dollars for one, disappointed us. It’s sleek and cool looking, but it’s uncomfortable to hold, it’s too hard to change the lead and it made our writing uneven and scratchy. The bottom line The insertion of the clearing rod should clear any jams. Remove it slowly and push the button until lead comes out.

The smaller eraser might work well for detailed erasers, but it’s difficult to manage if you’re prone to mistakes. If you anticipate using the eraser often, look for a full-sized eraser to compensate. Pentel – Sharp Automatic: The Sharp Automatic is another pencil that probably lands somewhere in the “meh” and “whatever” zone. It doesn’t stand out for much except its uncomfortable grip and the distinctive way it makes you feel not-in-control of your own writing.The grip of this pencil is metallic. Some argue that it provides a sleek design and firm grip, while others opine that the metal tends to slip when the pencil is used with greasy or sweaty hands.

Otherwise, the Pentel Graphgear 1000 Pencil is a great choice for a sturdier mechanical pencil option to provide the next level of quality and satisfaction. What I Like About the Pentel Graphgear 1000 Pencil The Pentel Graphgear 1000 Pencil stands apart from the competition as a high-quality mechanical pencil. This pencil is leaps and bounds away from the plastic mechanical pencils you could buy in bulk in grade school, and it stands a major step up from the Graphgear 500, both in feel and performance. This is just one of the benefits of using this mechanical pencil, and it only gets better from here. Is the Pentel Graphgear 1000 Pencil for You? Assuming simple measures — like giving the pencil a good shake while upside down and pressing the button — don’t work, you’ll need to do a real fix for your jammed pencil. The best way to to this is by using a cleaning rod (sometimes known as a “clean-out rod”). In the past these were included with almost all technical and drafting pencils, but as products have gotten cheaper and less focused on the professional user this is less likely to be the case. Your first instinct will be to shake the pencil and push the button a lot. If that worked you wouldn’t be reading this article so you should stop that before you make things worse.

Why Are They Called GraphGear 500 And 1000?

Both the GraphGear 500 and GraphGear 1000 have their own characteristics that give the pencil distinct advantages. Dust can also cause pencil jams over time, as it can accumulate in and around the clutch and prevent the proper movement of the internal components. The body of the Pentel GraphGear 1000 pencil is made of aluminum, making it super sturdy. Therefore you do not need to worry so much about damaging it whenever it slips and falls from your hands. Ⓒ Architecture Lab | Anton Giuroiu 3. Well-Balanced And Comfortable Grip If your pencil doesn’t include a cleaning rod you can try to find a thin piece of metal wire or safety pin, but this can be very tough to do, especially for 0.2 mm and 0.3 mm pencils.You can get creative with this and try something like a very skinny pipe cleaner, but just make sure that whatever you use for the job isn’t going to make things worse or leave any fragments inside your pencil. Pentel PPE-2 eraser with cleaning rod