{"title":"Mechanical Pencils for Writing","description":"\u003cp\u003eYou can use any \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cultpens.com\/collections\/mechanical-pencils\"\u003emechanical pencil\u003c\/a\u003e for writing, but some are better suited than others. You probably want lead that's thick enough to not snap too easily, but thin enough that you can fit a reasonable amount of writing on a page. You probably also want it to be comfortable enough to use for a while. So here are our picks for the best mechanical pencils to use for writing or notetaking.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"faber-castell-grip-2011-pencil","title":"Faber-Castell Grip 2011 Pencil","description":"\u003cp\u003eFaber-Castell Grip 2011 is a high-quality ergonomic mechanical pencil.  Like all the award-winning Grip product range, it features raised grip dots and a comfortable triangular shape.  The cap conceals a long replaceable twist eraser.  0.7mm HB lead with cushioned lead mechanism.  A really comfortable writer. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Faber-Castell","offers":[{"title":"Matt Black \/ Single","offer_id":43642478919923,"sku":"FC01309-MBK-1","price":10.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/6388\/4787\/products\/FC01309-BU-ZZZ_Faber-Castell-Grip-2011-Pencil_P1.jpg?v=1663689026"},{"product_id":"faber-castell-grip-plus-pencil-0-7mm","title":"Faber-Castell Grip Plus Pencil 0.7mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Faber-Castell Grip Plus Pencil offers an excellent chunky non-slip triangular rubber grip which is exceptionally comfortable to hold, in a choice of metallic barrel colours.  Pocket-safe thanks to the fully-retractable tip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e0.7mm lead (B grade fitted), and extra-long refillable twist eraser.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Faber-Castell","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ Single","offer_id":43642478985459,"sku":"FC01877-BK-1","price":7.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ Pack of 5","offer_id":43643016610035,"sku":"FC01877-BK-5","price":32.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Green \/ Single","offer_id":43643016708339,"sku":"FC01877-GN-1","price":7.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Green \/ Pack of 5","offer_id":43643016741107,"sku":"FC01877-GN-5","price":32.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Navy Blue \/ Pack of 5","offer_id":43643016872179,"sku":"FC01877-NV-5","price":32.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Navy Blue \/ Single","offer_id":43643016904947,"sku":"FC01877-NV-1","price":7.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Stone Grey \/ Pack of 5","offer_id":43643016937715,"sku":"FC01877-SG-5","price":32.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Stone Grey \/ Single","offer_id":43643016970483,"sku":"FC01877-SG-1","price":7.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/6388\/4787\/products\/FC01877-BK-ZZZ_Faber-Castell-Grip-Plus-Pencil-07mm-Black_P1.jpg?v=1663689034"},{"product_id":"faber-castell-grip-1347-pencil","title":"Faber-Castell Grip 1347 Pencil","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Faber-Castell 1347 is a classic high-quality, competitively-priced, mechanical pencil.  Ridged rubber grip zone, cushioned lead, fully-retracting pocket-proof tip, metal clip and extra-long twist eraser.   \u003cbr\u003e0.7mm lead mechansim, with a choice of barrel colours.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Faber-Castell","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":43642479804659,"sku":"FC03215-BK","price":5.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Red","offer_id":43643018248435,"sku":"FC03215-RD","price":5.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Blue","offer_id":43643018281203,"sku":"FC03215-BU","price":5.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Green","offer_id":43643018346739,"sku":"FC03215-GN","price":5.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Dark Blue","offer_id":43643018412275,"sku":"FC03215-DB","price":5.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Light Blue","offer_id":43643018445043,"sku":"FC03215-LB","price":5.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Stone Grey","offer_id":43643018477811,"sku":"FC03215-SG","price":5.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Rose Shadow","offer_id":43643018510579,"sku":"FC03215-RS","price":5.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/6388\/4787\/products\/FC03215-BU-ZZZ_Faber-Castell-Grip-1347-Pencil-Blue_P1.jpg?v=1663344269"},{"product_id":"lamy-2000-pencil","title":"LAMY 2000 Pencil","description":"\u003cp\u003eLamy 2000 mechanical pencil in classic Makrolon fibreglass finish with brushed stainless-steel trim.  Available with either 0.5mm or 0.7mm lead.  The lead size is subtly marked on top of the push-button.  Sprung steel clip.  Replaceable eraser with clearing pin under the cap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eModel 101.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LAMY","offers":[{"title":"0.5mm","offer_id":43642583875827,"sku":"LM09393-05","price":75.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.7mm","offer_id":43643140702451,"sku":"LM09393-07","price":75.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/6388\/4787\/products\/LM09393-ZZZ_Lamy-2000-Pencil_P1.jpg?v=1663764686"},{"product_id":"pentel-energize-automatic-pencil-0-7mm-pl77","title":"Pentel Energize Automatic Pencil 0.7mm PL77","description":"\u003cp\u003eDesigned to match the EnerGel rollerball range, the Energize Pencil features a soft, subtly-ridged rubber grip; a fully-retractable lead sleeve; metal pocket clip; 0.7mm lead; and a refillable eraser under the cap.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pentel","offers":[{"title":"PL77-S Sky Blue \/ Single","offer_id":43185106059507,"sku":"PN00888-SB-1","price":3.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"PL77-S Sky Blue \/ Pack of 12","offer_id":43185106092275,"sku":"PN00888-SB-12","price":41.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/6388\/4787\/products\/PN00888-SB-ZZZ_Pentel-Energize-Automatic-Pencil-07mm-PL77-PL77-S-Sky-Blue_P1.jpg?v=1663689476"},{"product_id":"pentel-kerry-pencil-0-5mm","title":"Pentel Kerry Pencil 0.5mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Pentel 'Sharp' Kerry is a rare and unusual pencil which uses a cap.  Removing the cap reveals the business end, and the lead feed can be actuated with or without the cap posted on the end of the pencil.  Compact size - 124mm closed; 131mm with cap posted; and only 105mm without cap.  As the point and lead are securely capped when not in use this is a convenient pencil for pockets, purses and cases.  \u003cbr\u003eNice part-metal construction and an attractive retro feel. \u003cbr\u003eComplete with integral eraser - use Pentel Z2-1N replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTakes 0.5mm leads. We recommend Pentel AIN Stein lead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSky Blue is a slightly green shade, which might also be described as 'mint'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the sake of completeness and for collectors out there, we should note that current stock is marked 'Kerry since 1971' as shown above.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pentel","offers":[{"title":"P1035-A Black","offer_id":43185106288883,"sku":"PN01919-BK","price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"P1035-C Blue","offer_id":43185106321651,"sku":"PN01919-BU","price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"P1035-P Pink","offer_id":43185106354419,"sku":"PN01919-PK","price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"P1035-KD Olive Green","offer_id":43185106387187,"sku":"PN01919-OG","price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/6388\/4787\/products\/PN01919-BK_Pentel-Kerry-Pencil-05mm-P1035-C-Black_P1.jpg?v=1663350314"},{"product_id":"pentel-twist-erase-pencil","title":"Pentel Twist-Erase Pencil","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic and much over-looked design.  The Pentel Twist-Erase is a weighty pencil with a soft rubber comfort grip and a jumbo-sized twist eraser.  Heavy-duty metal pocket clip.  \n\u003cbr\u003eChoice of QE515 0.5mm, QE517 0.7mm or QE519 0.9mm models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSupplied with HB leads - we recommend replacement Pentel AIN Stein Lead.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pentel","offers":[{"title":"0.5mm \/ Single","offer_id":43185108812019,"sku":"PN04596-05BK-1","price":6.25,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.5mm \/ Pack of 12","offer_id":46509197689075,"sku":"PN04596-05BK-12","price":75.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.7mm \/ Single","offer_id":43185108877555,"sku":"PN04596-07BK-1","price":6.25,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.7mm \/ Pack of 12","offer_id":46509197721843,"sku":"PN04596-07BK-12","price":75.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.9mm \/ Single","offer_id":43185108943091,"sku":"PN04596-09BK-1","price":6.25,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.9mm \/ Pack of 12","offer_id":46509197754611,"sku":"PN04596-09BK-12","price":75.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/6388\/4787\/products\/PN04596-05BK-ZZZ_Pentel-Twist-Erase-Pencil-QE515-A-05mm-Black_P1.jpg?v=1663689494"},{"product_id":"pentel-energize-automatic-pencil-0-5mm-pl75","title":"Pentel Energize Automatic Pencil 0.5mm PL75","description":"\u003cp\u003eOne of the newest pencils in Pentel's range.  Designed to match the EnerGel rollerball range, the Energize features an unusual range of barrel colours - black, pink, violet and sky blue; a soft, subtly-ridged rubber grip; a fully-retractable lead sleeve; metal pocket clip; 0.5mm lead; and a refillable eraser under the cap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend replacement Pentel AIN Stein Lead. \n\u003cbr\u003eReplacement Z2-1N eraser available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pentel","offers":[{"title":"PL75-A Black \/ Single","offer_id":43185110843635,"sku":"PN04800-BK-1","price":3.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"PL75-A Black \/ Pack of 12","offer_id":43185110876403,"sku":"PN04800-BK-12","price":41.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"PL75-S Sky Blue \/ Single","offer_id":43185110909171,"sku":"PN04800-SB-1","price":3.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"PL75-S Sky Blue \/ Pack of 12","offer_id":43185110941939,"sku":"PN04800-SB-12","price":41.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/6388\/4787\/products\/PN04800-BK-ZZZ_Pentel-Energize-Automatic-Pencil-05mm-PL75-PL75-A-Black_P1.jpg?v=1663689505"},{"product_id":"staedtler-triplus-micro-mechanical-pencil-774","title":"Staedtler Triplus Micro Mechanical Pencil 774","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Staedtler Triplus Micro mechanical pencil is a pleasingly substantial item considering the low price.  The trademark triangular grip works well; the solid metal nose and silver-grey pinstripe finish looks smart; the extra-long twist-action eraser is much higher quality than normally found on a pencil; and the tip is pocket-safe.  \n\u003cbr\u003eAvailable as 0.5mm or 0.7mm lead.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Staedtler","offers":[{"title":"0.5mm \/ Single","offer_id":43185342742771,"sku":"SD03867-05-1","price":4.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.5mm \/ Pack of 10","offer_id":43185342775539,"sku":"SD03867-05-10","price":34.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.7mm \/ Single","offer_id":43185342808307,"sku":"SD03867-07-1","price":4.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.7mm \/ Pack of 10","offer_id":43185342841075,"sku":"SD03867-07-10","price":34.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/6388\/4787\/products\/SD03867-05-ZZZ_Staedtler-Triplus-Micro-Mechanical-Pencil-774-05mm_P1.jpg?v=1663689837"},{"product_id":"uni-alpha-gel-kuru-toga-pencil-0-5mm","title":"Uni Alpha-Gel Kuru Toga Pencil 0.5mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eUni's Kuru Toga series has firmly established itself as the most innovative mechanical pencil range in many years. Kuru Toga pencils constantly sharpen the lead point as they touch and lift off the page, leading to cleaner, more consistent lines. The Kuru Toga engine is clever and sophisticated, yet utterly reliable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the latest addition to the growing line-up, mixing the genius of the Kuru Toga engine with Uni's well-regarded Alpha-Gel series of soft-grip writing instruments. The Alpha-Gel grip is designed to be easy and comfortable to hold for periods, and the 40mm long, 12mm diameter grip is nice and squishy up to a point, then firms up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Alpha-Gel model has a neat design touch that relocates the visible indicator of the Kuru Toga engine's revolutions up the barrel, displaying as a slow colour change in the Kuru Toga logo. We like this very much!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/uni-kuru-toga\"\u003eFor more details on the amazing Kuru Toga engine and to see the full Kuru Toga range click here...\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModel M5-858GG.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Uni","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":43185507303667,"sku":"UN26456-BK","price":12.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Blue","offer_id":43185507336435,"sku":"UN26456-BU","price":12.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Lavender","offer_id":46853424152819,"sku":"UN26456-LV","price":12.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Noble Pink","offer_id":46853424185587,"sku":"UN26456-PK","price":12.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Red","offer_id":46853424218355,"sku":"UN26456-RD","price":12.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Turquoise","offer_id":46853424251123,"sku":"UN26456-TQ","price":12.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/6388\/4787\/products\/UN26456-BK_Uni-Alpha-Gel-Kuru-Toga-Pencil-05mm-Black_P1.jpg?v=1663353298"},{"product_id":"uni-kuru-toga-slide-pipe-mechanical-pencil-0-5mm","title":"Uni Kuru Toga Slide Pipe Mechanical Pencil 0.5mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Uni Kuru Toga pencil is truly - and literally - revolutionary. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen using a normal mechanical pencil at a typical writing angle, the lead point quickly becomes chisel-shaped.  This leads to broader, less precise lines; and crumbling of the resulting sharp edge.  The unique gear mechanism of the Kuru Toga rotates the lead every time it is touched to the paper, resulting in a clean cone-shaped tip which is sharp and resistant to breaking.  Simple, yet brilliant.  We've been using early samples from Japan on a daily basis since the end of 2008 and they really do work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Slide Pipe adds two useful benefits:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe tip can be retracted, making the pencil more pocket-safe. The tip is less likely to be damaged when you're carrying it, and it's less likely to poke holes in your pocket, or even you!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBecause the lead-supporting tube can slide easily out of the way, it pushes back a little as the lead wears, so if the lead wears down when you're in mid flow, you can keep going longer without having to click more lead out quite so urgently. You'll still need to click eventually, but this can make all the difference when you need to get notes down quickly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe polycarbonate barrel has a gently ridged grip section through which you can clearly see the 3-gear rotation mechanism in operation.  The logo on the centre gear rotates visibly each time the tip is pressed to the writing surface.  The lead rotates approximately 18 degrees with each contact - twice as much as the original Kuru Toga, for quicker turning - around 20 touches will rotate the lead completely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e0.5mm pencil approximately 143mm long,10mm diameter and 10g in weight. Replaceable eraser under the push-button.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Uni","offers":[{"title":"Pink","offer_id":43185515397363,"sku":"UN47816-PK","price":10.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/6388\/4787\/products\/UN47816-PK_Uni-Kuru-Toga-Slide-Pipe-Mechanical-Pencil-0_5mm-Pink_P1.jpg?v=1663353315"},{"product_id":"faber-castell-grip-matic-mechanical-pencil","title":"Faber-Castell Grip-Matic Mechanical Pencil","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Faber-Castell Grip-Matic mechanical pencil features a feed mechanism which advances the lead automatically as you write. No shaking or button-pressing required! \u003cbr\u003eA polished chrome nose, rubber grip, attractive barrel in sky blue, or black and a replaceable long twist eraser complete a highly desirable pencil. The price simply makes it irresistible!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Faber-Castell","offers":[{"title":"0.5mm \/ Black","offer_id":44886185083123,"sku":"FC00164-05-BK","price":3.7,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.5mm \/ Sky Blue","offer_id":44886185115891,"sku":"FC00164-05-SB","price":3.7,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.7mm \/ Black","offer_id":44886202745075,"sku":"FC00164-07-BK","price":3.7,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.7mm \/ Sky Blue","offer_id":44886202777843,"sku":"FC00164-07-SB","price":3.7,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/6388\/4787\/files\/FC00164-05-SB-Faber-Castell-Mechanical-Pencil-Grip-Matic-05mm-Sky-Blue.jpg?v=1710183057"},{"product_id":"lamy-safari-kurutoga-mechanical-pencil-0-5mm","title":"LAMY safari Kurutoga Mechanical Pencil 0.5mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eLamy has designed a new model for their very popular safari range, using the equally popular mechanism of the Kurutoga mechanical pencil. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe Kurutoga engine slowly rotates the lead as you write, keeping the point sharp, without being distracting to the writer. The nice sharp point means consistent line widths, reduced crumbling, which can cause smudges, and fewer breakages, meaning less wasted lead. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAvailable in 4 colours\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eStable writing performance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eReplaceable eraser\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe Lamy safari's famous design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"LAMY","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":48611018408179,"sku":"LM00208-BK","price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Blue","offer_id":48611018440947,"sku":"LM00208-BU","price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Vista","offer_id":48611018473715,"sku":"LM00208-VA","price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yellow","offer_id":48611018506483,"sku":"LM00208-YL","price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/6388\/4787\/files\/Untitled-1_36.png?v=1775745163"}],"url":"https:\/\/cultpens.com\/collections\/mechanical-pencils-for-writing.oembed","provider":"Cult Pens","version":"1.0","type":"link"}