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Pentel GraphGear 500 Automatic Drafting Pencil Black (PG525A)

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0.5mm

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Brand Pentel
Writing Instrument Form Technical Pen
Color Black
Ink Color Black
Age Range (Description) Adult

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  • Precision Tip: The 4mm tip length allows for use with rulers and templates.
  • Slim Barrel: Metallic mesh grip promotes control when writing.
  • Precise Drafting: Weighted at your fingertips for precise drafting and template work.
  • Lead-Free: Pre-loaded with Pentel Super Hi-Polymer HB lead eliminates sharpening.
  • Variety Of Sizes: Available in 0.3mm, 0.5mm, 0.7mm & 0.9mm sizes for different drafting needs.
  • Easy Identification: Color-coded sizes for fast and easy size lead size identification.
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graphgear 500
Drafting

Superior drafting pencil for professionals and enthusiasts

GraphGear 500 features a 4mm tip design for rulers and templates. Metallic mesh grip on a slim, beveled barrel promotes control when writing. Weighted at your fingertips for precise drafting and template work. 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.

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Line Sizes

0.3mm, 0.5mm, 0.7mm & 0.9mm sizes available

Color Coded

Color coded sizes for fast & easy size lead size identification

Perfect Grip for Control

Metallic mesh grip on a slim, beveled barrel promotes control when writing. Weighted at your fingertips for precise drafting and template work

Pentel Super Hi-Polymer Lead

Pre-loaded with Pentel Super Hi-Polymer HB lead; never needs sharpening, is super strong and produces a clear dark line.

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Customer Reviews
4.7 out of 5 stars
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4.7 out of 5 stars
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Eraser Cap
Dual Action Retractable Tip
Metallic Grip with Latex-Free Pads
Metallic Mesh Grip

Why Choose Pentel?

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Pentel Cares About Quality

For over 70 years, Pentel has supplied the world with the highest quality products. We are a leader in innovation with a commitment to excellence. Pentel is the only writing instrument company to receive the Deming Award* for recognition of the highest standard of quality.

*Union of Japanese Scientists and Engineers

Pentel Cares About the Environment

Our Recycology line of writing instruments are green products and are made from at least 50% recycled materials. Our dozen boxes, master cartons and blister cards are also printed on recycled materials. These efforts and more all add up to a healthier environment for our children.

Pentel Cares About Others

We are as committed to quality products as we are to worthwhile causes. Pentel has partnered with numerous charitable organizations and donates thousands of dollars each year in support of various causes.

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    Product Description

    Superior drafting pencil for professionals and enthusiasts. 0. 5mm lead produces fine lines of consistent density. Metallic mesh grip on a slim, beveled barrel. 4mm fixed sleeve helps prevent lead from breaking and is ideal for template work. Penndel Super Hi-Polymer Lead never needs sharpening and is equivalent to a #2 pencil. Refillable with Penndel Super Hi-Polymer Lead and Z2-1 eraser.

    From the Manufacturer

    GraphGear 500 technical drafting pencil features a 4mm fixed sleeve for template work and technical drawings. Metallic-mesh grip delivers precision and control. Drafting pencil offers a top click, stationary eraser and tip. Refillable with Pentel Super Hi-Polymer Lead and Z21 refill eraser.

    Customer reviews

    4.7 out of 5 stars
    4.7 out of 5
    14,880 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the comfort, durability, weight, ease of grip, and value of the pencil. They mention that the tip of the pen that writing and drafting was comfortable and natural, with a soft 4B lead that doesn't easily break. They also appreciate the sound construction and the weight of the product, which is well balanced. Customers also say that the grip is sheathed with a rubber sleeve, making it easy to hold. Overall, customers find the product to be a great value for the price.

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    835 customers mention686 positive149 negative

    Customers generally like the quality of the pencil. They say it's a great pencil to write with, it'll not break easily, and it writes nicely. Some customers also mention that the cap and eraser were missing. Overall, customers are satisfied with the quality and functionality of the product.

    "This is an excellent pencil. It has a nice weight to it, it's reliable, and it's easy to grip. The .3mm lead is fragile, but I have a light hand...." Read more

    "...Post-script:The included Hi-Polymer brand lead writes very smoothly—too smoothly in my opinion...." Read more

    "This thing will be an heirloom. Solidly built, feel great, writes wonderfully. If I don't lose it, its gonna go to my kids." Read more

    "The pencil itself is good. What i expected but amazon shipped it in a padded paper bag not even bubble mailer bag...." Read more

    658 customers mention484 positive174 negative

    Customers like the durability of the Graphgear 500. They mention that it is well built, the lead doesn't easily break, and it is a solid pencil that packs durability in all. Some say that it's the best for long life pencils and that the lead feed is reliable.

    "This is an excellent pencil. It has a nice weight to it, it's reliable, and it's easy to grip. The .3mm lead is fragile, but I have a light hand...." Read more

    "...Add to that a VERY sturdy/stiff tip, it has the least give in the medium price range by far, and a consistent clicking mechanism and you've got a..." Read more

    "...All in all, the Graphgear 500 is a solid pencil that packs durability in all the right places and has everything I was looking for without any..." Read more

    "...I like them quite a bit, but I find that they aren't very sturdy and the tips bend if dropped which then makes the lead inside them break, rendering..." Read more

    337 customers mention282 positive55 negative

    Customers like the ease of grip of the pen. They say the knurling on the grip is cut well, and offers a good grip. The pen is easy to hold and the weight is distributed to the grip, making it easy to write with. Customers also mention that the grip and barrel give this a solid feel.

    "...It has a nice weight to it, it's reliable, and it's easy to grip. The .3mm lead is fragile, but I have a light hand...." Read more

    "...Best rubber grip: Staedtler 925-05 (http://www.amazon.com/review/R1ZX77U5OV8OS6)Also rans (in order of preference):..." Read more

    "...The grip is comfortable to hold and it's nice to not have a pencil shoot out lead by whole millimeters only to break...." Read more

    "Good grip, quality, appearance just pretty good overall. The only downside is not being able to clip the eraser cap into it...." Read more

    297 customers mention272 positive25 negative

    Customers find the comfort of the pencil to be great. They mention that the grip has a very nice feel to it, the tip of the pen is comfortable and natural, and the eraser is soft and small. The pencil is expensive and well-made, and has ergonomics with the grip texture. However, there are two downsides.

    "...However, this pencil's grip has a VERY nice feel to it...." Read more

    "...The weight distribution is nice, tip heavy which allows for better stability on your hand.There are TWO downsides...1...." Read more

    "...The texture on the metal grip feels nice. Not too rough which I was worried about. The mechanical action feels solid but precise and delicate...." Read more

    "This thing will be an heirloom. Solidly built, feel great, writes wonderfully. If I don't lose it, its gonna go to my kids." Read more

    297 customers mention248 positive49 negative

    Customers like the weight of the pencil. They say it's well-balanced, and has a heavy point that makes it feel more like a dart. Customers also appreciate the nice weight distribution, saying it doesn't feel top heavy.

    "This is an excellent pencil. It has a nice weight to it, it's reliable, and it's easy to grip. The .3mm lead is fragile, but I have a light hand...." Read more

    "...The weight distribution is nice, tip heavy which allows for better stability on your hand.There are TWO downsides...1...." Read more

    "...The lines I am getting are not much thinner but they are lighter, and the lead digs into the paper more easily leading to a scratchier feel...." Read more

    "purchased this from a video i watched for using with woodturning, love the weight and all metal build of this, really feels durable...." Read more

    266 customers mention204 positive62 negative

    Customers like the value of the pencil. They say it is worth the price, an efficient and cost effective way to work, and has insane quality for the price.

    "...Add to that a VERY sturdy/stiff tip, it has the least give in the medium price range by far, and a consistent clicking mechanism and you've got a..." Read more

    "...diameter than .5 and this seemed to be a good quality and fairly inexpensive option at only 6 dollars or so...." Read more

    "...It's great for your money but one nitpick I have on it is that I did not get the lead that is (I think) supposed to come with it, although that is..." Read more

    "...It has a cheapy pocket clip (that can be removed easily). The push button and small ereaser are actully well made and fit nicely...." Read more

    245 customers mention180 positive65 negative

    Customers like the performance of the pencil. They mention that it is durable, works well, and does well even with a 4B lead. The advancing mechanism works great and has a satisfying click. The pencil is easy to erase and works well for fine lines. Some customers find it useful when using a track saw or a laser light on a miter saw. Overall, customers are happy with the performance and functionality of the product.

    "...am still using this as my favorite pencil 5 months later and it still works perfectly...." Read more

    "...Beyond this is a very high-quality pencil and the old metal and does a great feature" Read more

    "...it even in case the wrong size was included from the supplier, still will not work...." Read more

    "...Works well. If it ever broke (and it's been years now), I'd have no problem buying another one. Pentel makes quality stuff." Read more

    225 customers mention212 positive13 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the pencil. They mention it looks nice, and is sturdy. The colors are pretty and the pencil is grippy. Some complain the grip is a little rough.

    "Good grip, quality, appearance just pretty good overall. The only downside is not being able to clip the eraser cap into it...." Read more

    "...like how the eraser is very easily removable and extendable; it is also nice and small for detailed erasing...." Read more

    "The GraphGear 500 is aesthetically pleasing, satisfying to grip, tactile, and durable...." Read more

    "...Looks great, dependable, durable. I've let elementary school kids borrow it and it stands up to that. I have like four of them. So far." Read more

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    4 Stars
    No packaging included beyond amazon envelope
    I bought two .7mm pencils, One of them came with the screw on top missing, these pencils do not come in any individual packaging that would prevent Parks from going missing at the fulfillment center. I did reach out to the vendor and they sent A replacement unit a few weeks later. Beyond this is a very high-quality pencil and the old metal and does a great feature
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    Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2024
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    Reviewed in the United States on July 3, 2020
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    5.0 out of 5 stars A boon for small handwriting
    Reviewed in the United States on July 3, 2020
    Context: I wanted to get a nice mechanical pencil in 0.5mm lead that had finer lead advancement and better comfort for long writing sessions than the common bulk mechanical pencil.

    At first glance, the construction of the Graphgear 500 is what you'd expect for the price. The barrel and lead tube are indeed plastic.

    The grip is a single piece of machined metal that measures 9mm across, about a millimeter wider than most bulk writing utensils. Beneath the grip is a brass clutch fixed to the barrel. The action is more sophisticated than a typical gravity feed—keeping the button depressed doesn't allow the lead to slide freely, so you only get consistent advancements in what are roughly half-millimeter increments.

    My biggest complaint with the design of this pencil is the distance between the end of the clutch and the tip of the sleeve is rather long. That's a solid 14mm/half inch of perfectly good lead you'll never get to use. My other complaint is that the weight of the pencil is centered where the grip meets the barrel. While I don't consider this ideal (I'd rather have the weight centered where the barrel rests on my hand) the 500 is light enough for this to not really be a problem to me.

    In spite of the things I listed above, I really enjoy writing with this pencil. The grip is comfortable to hold and it's nice to not have a pencil shoot out lead by whole millimeters only to break. A fixed sleeve prevents the tip from ever wobbling, which makes it easy to write very small. All in all, the Graphgear 500 is a solid pencil that packs durability in all the right places and has everything I was looking for without any unnecessary frill to introduce points of failure.

    Post-script:

    The included Hi-Polymer brand lead writes very smoothly—too smoothly in my opinion. It's certainly high-quality stuff and I'm happy to use it, but I think I'll switch to another brand once I expend the other two sticks. Smoothness is overrated. Don't be afraid to have a little feedback from your writing utensil.

    I won't comment on the included eraser since I intend to use the remainder of my block.
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    Reviewed in the United States on October 28, 2023
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    hugo gonzalez
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excelente artículo
    Reviewed in Mexico on January 20, 2024
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    Débora Vitória
    5.0 out of 5 stars ótimo
    Reviewed in Brazil on December 9, 2023
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    Jonathan Hirakawa
    5.0 out of 5 stars A Graphgear 1000 é melhor, mas a 500 é uma boa opção para iniciantes
    Reviewed in Brazil on March 27, 2023
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    Carine
    5.0 out of 5 stars Bom
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    blackish__
    5.0 out of 5 stars Swietny olowek, wart swojej ceny!
    Reviewed in Poland on March 15, 2024
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