--- product_id: 1407119 title: "GraphGear 1000 Mechanical Pencil, (0.5mm) Point Size, Black Barrel, 1 Each (PG1015A)" brand: "pentel" price: "€ 20.85" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Pentel" url: https://www.desertcart.com.cy/products/1407119-graphgear-1000-mechanical-pencil-0-5mm-point-size-black-barrel store_origin: CY region: Cyprus --- # 4mm precision tip Dual-action retractor Super Hi-Polymer HB lead GraphGear 1000 Mechanical Pencil, (0.5mm) Point Size, Black Barrel, 1 Each (PG1015A) **Brand:** pentel **Price:** € 20.85 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ✏️ Draft like a pro, every line counts. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** GraphGear 1000 Mechanical Pencil, (0.5mm) Point Size, Black Barrel, 1 Each (PG1015A) by pentel - **How much does it cost?** € 20.85 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.cy](https://www.desertcart.com.cy/products/1407119-graphgear-1000-mechanical-pencil-0-5mm-point-size-black-barrel) ## Best For - pentel enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted pentel brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Effortless Dark Lines:** Pre-loaded with Super Hi-Polymer HB lead that never needs sharpening and delivers crisp, clear marks. - • **Comfort in Every Stroke:** Finely chiseled metallic grip with latex-free pads ensures fatigue-free drafting sessions. - • **Designed for Professionals:** 4mm tip length perfectly aligns with rulers and templates for flawless technical drawing. - • **Precision Meets Protection:** Dual-action retractor safeguards your lead from breakage, so your workflow never stalls. - • **Instant Lead Identification:** Built-in lead hardness indicator means no more guessing—always know your lead type at a glance. ## Overview The Pentel GraphGear 1000 (0.5mm) is a premium mechanical pencil engineered for architects, designers, and creatives who demand precision and durability. Featuring a 4mm tip ideal for rulers, a dual-action retractor to protect lead, and a built-in hardness indicator, it comes pre-loaded with strong, never-sharpen HB lead and a comfortable metallic grip—backed by a limited lifetime warranty. ## Description Product Description The Pentel® GraphGear 1000 mechanical pencil is a superior drafting pencil for architects, draftsmen, artists and enthusiasts. The 4mm tip design makes it ideal for use with rulers and templates. A unique, dual-action retractor advances and retracts the pencil tip to protect lead from breaking. The built-in lead hardness indicator allows you to easily identify your lead type. It comes pre-loaded with Super Hi-Polymer® HB lead, which never needs sharpening and produces a clear dark line. The finely chiseled metallic grip inlaid with soft, latex-free pads makes extended writing and drawing comfortable. It is backed by Pentel’s Limited Lifetime Warranty. Set Contains: Pentel 0.5mm Graphgear 1000 Draughting Pencil;3 Super Hi-Polymer HB refill leads Review: **Sturdy, well-balanced pencil, but 0.3 mm is too thin for me** - Overall, this is a very good mechanical pencil. It feels sturdy and well made, and the grip is comfortable even during longer writing sessions. It is a little heavier than some other mechanical pencils I’ve used, but the weight is balanced well, so it still feels controlled and comfortable in the hand. I actually like the solid feel, although someone who prefers a very lightweight pencil may notice the difference. The main issue for me is the 0.3 mm lead size. It is very precise, but for my writing style I tend to put a little more pressure on the pencil, so the lead breaks more easily than I would like. That is more of a lead-size preference than a problem with the pencil itself. I like the overall design, grip, balance, and build quality enough that I would buy the GraphGear 1000 again, but I would personally choose a thicker lead size next time. Overall, a high-quality drafting pencil, especially if you prefer fine lines and lighter writing pressure. Review: Great now I'm a snob - I never considered my seld a pencil snob (I use them until they are sharpened down, then toss em). I've used a number of .05 and .07 pencils but never liked any one especially as I have a heavy hand and always snap the lead (I wanted to like them, told myself I liked them, but was never truely pleased), until now! Holy cow do I love this pencil. It is so comfortable to grip. The perfect combo of metal knurling, and gel grip. The pencil has a nice weight (heavy enough to be steady, light enough to prevent fatigue). I try to find excuses to use it! I originally got it to mark wood for cutting, but can't even dream of using it in the shop. It has been reserved for tracing tremplates, and working up shopping lists. About the only thing I don't like is the pocket clip/ retractor clip. This sticks out WAY too far and is to tempting to play with (click click click). I have to make a concsious effort not to click this as I'm sure it is a wear issue over time. Yes this was expensive, yes it was shipped loose in the package (no directions, no package just a UPC label on it), yes the glue from the label was difficult to remove. and YES I LOVE THIS PENCIL. if it ever gets lost or stolen I will cry and order a new one right away. Oh and BONUS it was made in Japan (not China!). Yep guess I'm becoming a pencil snob now. Update 6 months later: Up still in Love. My pencil came up missing about a month ago. I was really bummed. Actually POed! Accused my wife and kids and grandkid of stealing it!! Actually thought of putting them all on trial. Well I reserved myself to living without it until after the Holidays. Yup I would just order a new one for my birthday. I was in the shop working on some Christmas gifts and my shop pencil (Alvin Draftmatic) fell to the 20 deg concrete floor and broke. "Oh the humanity" I cried- now I was without a .9mm pencil. I took it apart and epoxeid the palstic and metal back together (there by rendering dissassembaly impossible from this point forward). While wait for the epoxy to cure I decided to make one last effort to find my precious. Low and behold- one late night I was figuring out some motor/pully ratios and tucked my pentel inside my pocket engineer book and slid it between the sofa and the end table. There it was!!! Still in perfect condition! I humbly apologized to all accused. With my tail between my legs I took this writing wonder out to the shop to finish my work. It still preformed flawlessly. After the Alvin was repaired the pentel came back inside and now travels with me. No way this thing is getting out of my sight again. ## Features - Superior drafting pencil for professionals and enthusiasts - Easily identify your lead type with the built-in lead hardness indicator - Dual-action retractor advances and retracts pencil tip to protect lead from breaking - Finely chiseled metallic grip inlaid with soft, latex-free pads - 4mm tip length makes it ideal for use with rulers and templates - Pre-loaded with Pentel Super Hi-Polymer HB lead; never needs sharpening, is super strong and produces a clear dark line - 0.3mm, 0.5mm, 0.7mm & 0.9mm sizes available; color coded sizes for fast & easy size lead size identification - Comes with a cap to keep your eraser clean ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B000GAU2RU | | Additional Features | Ergonomic, Heavy Duty, Pocket Clip, Refillable, Retractable | | Age Range (Description) | Adult | | Age Range Description | Adult | | Best Sellers Rank | #581 in Office Products ( See Top 100 in Office Products ) #7 in Mechanical Pencils | | Body Shape | Round | | Brand | Pentel | | Brand Name | Pentel | | Closure Type | Retractable | | Color | Black | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 24,772 Reviews | | Drill Point | Fine | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00072512198063, 00635665088928, 00641438688660, 00799198214749, 04052305942369, 04902506066893 | | Grip Type | Contoured | | Hand Orientation | Left | | Hardness | HB | | Included Components | Eraser | | Ink Base | Oil | | Ink Color | Black | | Item Diameter | 0.5 millimeters | | Item Dimensions | 0.63 x 6 x 0.63 inches | | Item Type Name | Mechanical Pencil | | Item Weight | 0.02 kg | | Line Size | 0.5 | | Manufacturer | Pentel | | Material | Metal | | Material Type | Metal | | Model Name | Graph Gear 1000 | | Model Number | PG1015-A | | Pattern | Pencil | | Recommended Uses For Product | Drafting | | Style | 0.5mm | | UPC | 641438688660 635665088928 799198214749 072512198063 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Warranty Description | Limited Lifetime Warranty - USA Only | | Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant | | Writing Instrument Form | Mechanical Graphite Pencil | | Writing Technique | pencil lead | ## Product Details - **Age Range (Description):** Adult - **Brand:** Pentel - **Color:** Black - **Ink Color:** Black - **Writing Instrument Form:** Mechanical Graphite Pencil ## Images ![GraphGear 1000 Mechanical Pencil, (0.5mm) Point Size, Black Barrel, 1 Each (PG1015A) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71FfU6J7y9L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Pattern, Color, Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: where does one find the instructions for this mechanical pencil?** A: If there is a broken piece of lead stuck inside, or a short piece, you cannot get lead to advance, or reload new lead. There is a fine pin stuck to the inside of the eraser. You can remove the eraser and use this to clear any broken lead. When the pencil is completely assembled, depress the top as if you were going to advance the lead. Extremely gently insert a new lead, while keeping the top depressed. I always load my 0.3 pencils from the writing end, since the lead is so fragile. All brands of 0.3 lead pencils are difficult, for most people a 0.5 or 0.7, is better. This is probably the best. **Q: I don't see the eraser.,.. How easy is it to expose it? Can you leave the eraser exposed? I typically always do that...** A: The eraser is located under the silver cap at the top. Being a drafting pencil, the eraser is very small (~4mm) and is designed for fixing small mistakes without erasing anything else. For erasing most mistakes, I would suggest a separate eraser such as the Pentel retractable click (http://www.amazon.com/Pentel-Eraser-Retractable-Assorted-ZE21BP3-K6/dp/B001HA77OO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1453514031&sr=8-1&keywords=pentel+retractable+eraser) or the Pentel Hi-Polymer Block Eraser (http://www.amazon.com/Pentel-Hi-polymer-Block-Eraser-ZEH10BP3-K6/dp/B001Q4HQVU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1453514058&sr=8-1&keywords=pentel+hi+polymer+eraser) **Q: Some people say that since the tip is retractable it can become wobbly while writing. Anybody else have this problem?** A: Wobbly may be a bit of an exaggeration but there can be a bit of movement in the tip. I have a two Graph Gear 1000's, one tip has no movement and the other has maybe a 1/2 mm movement. The movement is imperceptible while writing though, at least for me. **Q: Is this mechanical pencil comfortable when used to write for long periods of time? Thanks in advance for any answers.** A: I use it all of the time and find it quite comfortable. I'm taking multiple classes and use it as my only writing implement in every one- note-taking as well as homework.Good luck!Sam ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ **Sturdy, well-balanced pencil, but 0.3 mm is too thin for me** *by S***J on September 5, 2026* Overall, this is a very good mechanical pencil. It feels sturdy and well made, and the grip is comfortable even during longer writing sessions. It is a little heavier than some other mechanical pencils I’ve used, but the weight is balanced well, so it still feels controlled and comfortable in the hand. I actually like the solid feel, although someone who prefers a very lightweight pencil may notice the difference. The main issue for me is the 0.3 mm lead size. It is very precise, but for my writing style I tend to put a little more pressure on the pencil, so the lead breaks more easily than I would like. That is more of a lead-size preference than a problem with the pencil itself. I like the overall design, grip, balance, and build quality enough that I would buy the GraphGear 1000 again, but I would personally choose a thicker lead size next time. Overall, a high-quality drafting pencil, especially if you prefer fine lines and lighter writing pressure. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great now I'm a snob *by A***R on June 17, 2013* I never considered my seld a pencil snob (I use them until they are sharpened down, then toss em). I've used a number of .05 and .07 pencils but never liked any one especially as I have a heavy hand and always snap the lead (I wanted to like them, told myself I liked them, but was never truely pleased), until now! Holy cow do I love this pencil. It is so comfortable to grip. The perfect combo of metal knurling, and gel grip. The pencil has a nice weight (heavy enough to be steady, light enough to prevent fatigue). I try to find excuses to use it! I originally got it to mark wood for cutting, but can't even dream of using it in the shop. It has been reserved for tracing tremplates, and working up shopping lists. About the only thing I don't like is the pocket clip/ retractor clip. This sticks out WAY too far and is to tempting to play with (click click click). I have to make a concsious effort not to click this as I'm sure it is a wear issue over time. Yes this was expensive, yes it was shipped loose in the package (no directions, no package just a UPC label on it), yes the glue from the label was difficult to remove. and YES I LOVE THIS PENCIL. if it ever gets lost or stolen I will cry and order a new one right away. Oh and BONUS it was made in Japan (not China!). Yep guess I'm becoming a pencil snob now. Update 6 months later: Up still in Love. My pencil came up missing about a month ago. I was really bummed. Actually POed! Accused my wife and kids and grandkid of stealing it!! Actually thought of putting them all on trial. Well I reserved myself to living without it until after the Holidays. Yup I would just order a new one for my birthday. I was in the shop working on some Christmas gifts and my shop pencil (Alvin Draftmatic) fell to the 20 deg concrete floor and broke. "Oh the humanity" I cried- now I was without a .9mm pencil. I took it apart and epoxeid the palstic and metal back together (there by rendering dissassembaly impossible from this point forward). While wait for the epoxy to cure I decided to make one last effort to find my precious. Low and behold- one late night I was figuring out some motor/pully ratios and tucked my pentel inside my pocket engineer book and slid it between the sofa and the end table. There it was!!! Still in perfect condition! I humbly apologized to all accused. With my tail between my legs I took this writing wonder out to the shop to finish my work. It still preformed flawlessly. After the Alvin was repaired the pentel came back inside and now travels with me. No way this thing is getting out of my sight again. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Professional feel, precision control, and built to last *by C***Z on February 26, 2026* The Pentel GraphGear 1000 is easily one of the best mechanical pencils I’ve used for drawing and technical work. It feels solid and well-balanced in the hand, with a metal body that gives it a premium, professional weight without being too heavy. The retractable tip is a huge advantage. It protects the lead and makes it easy to carry in a pocket or pencil case without worrying about bending the sleeve. The grip design is comfortable and secure, allowing for precise control during long sketching sessions. What really stands out is the consistency. The lead advances smoothly, the mechanism feels durable, and the line quality is clean and reliable. Whether you’re drafting, sketching anatomy, or doing detailed line work, it performs at a high level. This isn’t just a school pencil — it’s a serious tool for artists, designers, and anyone who values precision. Highly recommended. ## Frequently Bought Together - Pentel GraphGear 1000 Mechanical Pencil, (0.5mm) Point Size, Black Barrel, 1 Each (PG1015A) - Pentel Super Hi-Polymer Lead Refill 0.5mm Fine, HB, 30 Pieces of Lead (C15BPHB-K6) - Pentel Super Hi-Polymer Lead Refill 0.5mm Fine, 2B, 36 Pieces of Lead (C505BP32B-K6), Gray, 3 pack --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.cy/products/1407119-graphgear-1000-mechanical-pencil-0-5mm-point-size-black-barrel](https://www.desertcart.com.cy/products/1407119-graphgear-1000-mechanical-pencil-0-5mm-point-size-black-barrel) --- *Product available on Desertcart Cyprus* *Store origin: CY* *Last updated: 2026-09-28*