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BIC Xtra Smooth Mechanical Pencils, 0.7mm, #2 Medium Lead, 40/Pack (MP40TX-BLK)~#|#~6469B123-848F-4AFB-870C17205D785AF1_sc7BIC Xtra Smooth Mechanical Pencils, 0.7mm, #2 Medium Lead, 40/Pack (MP40TX-BLK)~#|#~BFAB9318-4852-44AC-AEDA298A1F28366F_sc7
42% off of BIC Xtra Smooth Mechanical Pencils, 0.7mm, #2 Medium Lead, 40/Pack (MP40TX-BLK)
Item: 24589046
Model: MP40TX-BLK
Price is $9.99, Regular price was $17.49, You save 42%
Unit of measure 40/Pack Price per unit $0.25/Pencil
Delivery by Mon, Jun 22
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BIC Xtra Sparkle Mechanical Pencil, Medium Point, 0.7mm, 24/Pack (MPLP241-BLK)~#|#~2BE98CC1-DD59-4871-817B63765A80B264_sc7BIC Xtra Sparkle Mechanical Pencil, Medium Point, 0.7mm, 24/Pack (MPLP241-BLK)~#|#~B8A361EE-6671-4F3E-9023C3C3D0E542D9_sc7
32% off of BIC Xtra Sparkle Mechanical Pencil, Medium Point, 0.7mm, 24/Pack (MPLP241-BLK)
Item: 711520
Model: MPLP241-BLK
Price is $5.99, Regular price was $8.89, You save 32%
Unit of measure 24/Pack Price per unit $0.25/Pencil
Delivery by Mon, Jun 22
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Pentel Twist-Erase Click Mechanical Pencil, 0.7mm, #2 Medium Lead, 6/Pack (PD277TLBPS6M)~#|#~73EA462C-CB45-44DC-A7628820ADC44774_sc7
48% off of Pentel Twist-Erase Click Mechanical Pencil, 0.7mm, #2 Medium Lead, 6/Pack (PD277TLBPS6M)
Item: 1625190
Model: PD277TLBPS6M
Price is $9.99, Regular price was $19.39, You save 48%
Price per unit $1.66/Pencil
Delivery by Mon, Jun 22
30-min pickup
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Pentel Twist-Erase III Mechanical Pencil, 0.9mm, #2 Medium Lead, 2/Pack (QE519BP2)~#|#~sp42127512_sc7Pentel Twist-Erase III Mechanical Pencil, 0.9mm, #2 Medium Lead, 2/Pack (QE519BP2)~#|#~sp42127511_sc7
21% off of Pentel Twist-Erase III Mechanical Pencil, 0.9mm, #2 Medium Lead, 2/Pack (QE519BP2)
Item: 474462
Model: QE519BP2
Price is $9.99, Regular price was $12.79, You save 21%
Unit of measure 2/Pack Price per unit $5.00/Pencil
Delivery by Mon, Jun 22
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Paper Mate Handwriting Mechanical Pencil, 1.3mm, #2 Medium Lead, 5/Pack (2017483)~#|#~9E016811-595B-4B74-B7395AFF934DE877_sc7Paper Mate Handwriting Mechanical Pencil, 1.3mm, #2 Medium Lead, 5/Pack (2017483)~#|#~4AEBF641-62AC-48B7-BE3DCAF916F7D8C2_sc7
9% off of Paper Mate Handwriting Mechanical Pencil, 1.3mm, #2 Medium Lead, 5/Pack (2017483)
Item: 2832751
Model: 2017483
Price is $3.99, Regular price was $4.39, You save 9%
Unit of measure Set Price per unit $0.80/Pencil
Delivery by Mon, Jun 22
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BIC Xtra Smooth Pastel Edition Mechanical Pencil, 0.7mm, #2 Medium Lead (MPNP24-BLK)~#|#~E86EB62F-574D-48C2-87426BF1569AE046_sc7BIC Xtra Smooth Pastel Edition Mechanical Pencil, 0.7mm, #2 Medium Lead (MPNP24-BLK)~#|#~9BF6498E-7A4E-4AF6-83C8B95E6B22FBC9_sc7
40% off of BIC Xtra Smooth Pastel Edition Mechanical Pencil, 0.7mm, #2 Medium Lead (MPNP24-BLK)
Item: 24476921
Model: MPNP24-BLK
Price is $5.99, Regular price was $9.99, You save 40%
Price per unit $0.25/Pencil
Delivery by Mon, Jun 22
30-min pickup
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BIC Xtra-Smooth Mechanical Pencil, 0.7mm, #2 Medium Lead, 40/Pack (MPP40MJ-BLK)~#|#~C3667A46-46B9-4FB0-8767AE8763A5362A_sc7BIC Xtra-Smooth Mechanical Pencil, 0.7mm, #2 Medium Lead, 40/Pack (MPP40MJ-BLK)~#|#~85ABF2F9-2C4D-46E8-9EADDCE3D97D70BD_sc7
15% off of BIC Xtra-Smooth Mechanical Pencil, 0.7mm, #2 Medium Lead, 40/Pack (MPP40MJ-BLK)
Item: 24276526
Model: MPP40MJ-BLK
Price is $14.99, Regular price was $17.79, You save 15%
Unit of measure 40/Pack Price per unit $0.38/Pencil
Delivery by Mon, Jun 22
30-min pickup
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Paper Mate Clearpoint Mechanical Pencil, 0.7mm, #2 Hard Lead, 4/Pack (1902636)~#|#~5FA0F302-9013-4F60-87E79694C750456D_sc7Paper Mate Clearpoint Mechanical Pencil, 0.7mm, #2 Hard Lead, 4/Pack (1902636)~#|#~48B23E69-6FDE-45D8-82D2D4F5A4E17BE2_sc7
28% off of Paper Mate Clearpoint Mechanical Pencil, 0.7mm, #2 Hard Lead, 4/Pack (1902636)
Item: 24477574
Model: 1902636
Price is $8.99, Regular price was $12.49, You save 28%
Unit of measure 4/Pack Price per unit $2.25/Pencil
Delivery by Mon, Jun 22
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Staples Mechanical Pencils, 0.7mm #2 Lead, 12 Pack – Everyday Writing Pencils for School & Office~#|#~sp38165021_sc7Staples Mechanical Pencils, 0.7mm #2 Lead, 12 Pack – Everyday Writing Pencils for School & Office~#|#~F3B70EDF-3404-4658-B72BA310B82EF6B4_sc7
57% off of Staples Mechanical Pencils, 0.7mm #2 Lead, 12 Pack – Everyday Writing Pencils for School & Office
Item: 2071562
Model: 29082-CC
Price is $3.29, Regular price was $7.69, You save 57%
Unit of measure Dozen Price per unit $0.27/Pencil
Delivery by Mon, Jun 22
30-min pickup
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Paper Mate SharpWriter Mechanical Pencil, 0.7mm, #2 Medium Lead, 3 Dozen (1921221/1921221C)~#|#~E5BEA743-8842-4EBF-A18A0EBBDE9BDA8C_sc7Paper Mate SharpWriter Mechanical Pencil, 0.7mm, #2 Medium Lead, 3 Dozen (1921221/1921221C)~#|#~4D3C04DB-3303-4529-9F59369134BDFA45_sc7
15% off of Paper Mate SharpWriter Mechanical Pencil, 0.7mm, #2 Medium Lead, 3 Dozen (1921221/1921221C)
Item: 1706689
Model: 1921221C
Price is $14.99, Regular price was $17.79, You save 15%
Unit of measure 36/Pack Price per unit $0.42/Pencil
Delivery by Mon, Jun 22
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Pentel Twist-Erase III Mechanical Pencil, 0.5mm, #2 Medium Lead, 2/Pack (QE515BP2-K6)~#|#~sp38165246_sc7Pentel Twist-Erase III Mechanical Pencil, 0.5mm, #2 Medium Lead, 2/Pack (QE515BP2-K6)~#|#~sp42154211_sc7
22% off of Pentel Twist-Erase III Mechanical Pencil, 0.5mm, #2 Medium Lead, 2/Pack (QE515BP2-K6)
Item: 434347
Model: QE515BP2-K6
Price is $9.99, Regular price was $12.89, You save 22%
Unit of measure 2/Pack Price per unit $5.00/Pencil
Delivery by Mon, Jun 22
30-min pickup
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Pentel Sharp Mechanical Pencil, 0.9mm, #2 Medium Lead, 2/Pack (P209BP2-K6)~#|#~sp38165261_sc7Pentel Sharp Mechanical Pencil, 0.9mm, #2 Medium Lead, 2/Pack (P209BP2-K6)~#|#~sp39612925_sc7
Item: 810721
Model: P209BP2-K6
Price is $14.69
Unit of measure 2/Pack Price per unit $7.34/Pencil
Delivery by Mon, Jun 22
30-min pickup
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Pentel Twist-Erase Click Mechanical Pencil, 0.5mm, Assorted Colors, 6/Pack (PD275TLBPS6M)~#|#~s1081295_sc7Pentel Twist-Erase Click Mechanical Pencil, 0.5mm, Assorted Colors, 6/Pack (PD275TLBPS6M)~#|#~s1081294_sc7
54% off of Pentel Twist-Erase Click Mechanical Pencil, 0.5mm, Assorted Colors, 6/Pack (PD275TLBPS6M)
Item: 1625189
Model: PD275TLBPS6M
Price is $9.99, Regular price was $21.79, You save 54%
Price per unit $1.66/Pencil
Delivery by Mon, Jun 22
30-min pickup
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Pentel Graph Gear 500 Mechanical Pencil, 0.5mm, #2 Medium Lead (PG525LEBP)~#|#~s0902044_sc7
Item: 409632
Model: PG525LEBP
Price is $14.69
Price per unit $14.69/Pencil
Delivery by Mon, Jun 22
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Paper Mate Clear Point Mechanical Pencil, 0.7mm, #2, Hard Lead, 2 Pencils/Pack (2230849)~#|#~8DCD336D-143F-487F-8E17C83AF1B68264_sc7Paper Mate Clear Point Mechanical Pencil, 0.7mm, #2, Hard Lead, 2 Pencils/Pack (2230849)~#|#~0B3B887E-FF95-4D6A-B38868766160406B_sc7
Paper Mate Clear Point Mechanical Pencil, 0.7mm, #2, Hard Lead, 2 Pencils/Pack (2230849) is New at Staples
Item: 24671351
Model: 2230849
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Price is $5.99
Delivery by Mon, Jun 22
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BIC Xtra-Smooth Bright Edition Mechanical Pencils, 0.7mm, #2 Medium Lead, 24 Pencils/Blister, 6 Blisters/Pack (MPCE144E-BLK)~#|#~3FF220B6-9A85-4656-996455DB8112012D_sc7BIC Xtra-Smooth Bright Edition Mechanical Pencils, 0.7mm, #2 Medium Lead, 24 Pencils/Blister, 6 Blisters/Pack (MPCE144E-BLK)~#|#~60A29474-4104-4705-AA37A1BF68D4FD7D_sc7
BIC Xtra-Smooth Bright Edition Mechanical Pencils, 0.7mm, #2 Medium Lead, 24 Pencils/Blister, 6 Blisters/Pack (MPCE144E-BLK) is Clearance
51% off of BIC Xtra-Smooth Bright Edition Mechanical Pencils, 0.7mm, #2 Medium Lead, 24 Pencils/Blister, 6 Blisters/Pack (MPCE144E-BLK)
Item: 24552270
Model: MPCE144E-BLK
Price is $26.64, Regular price was $54.39, You save 51%
Unit of measure 144/Pack Price per unit $0.18/Pencil
Delivery by Mon, Jun 22
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Pentel Sharp Mechanical Pencil, 0.7mm, #2 Medium Lead (P207C)~#|#~sp38165256_sc7Pentel Sharp Mechanical Pencil, 0.7mm, #2 Medium Lead (P207C)~#|#~sp38165255_sc7
42% off of Pentel Sharp Mechanical Pencil, 0.7mm, #2 Medium Lead (P207C)
Item: 499673
Model: P207C
Price is $5.99, Regular price was $10.39, You save 42%
Price per unit $5.99/Pencil
Delivery by Mon, Jun 22
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BIC Velocity Mechanical Pencil, 0.9mm, #2 Hard Lead, 5/Pack (MVP51-BLK)~#|#~B771BF1B-896F-47ED-BF8D50E5CF8FC962_sc7BIC Velocity Mechanical Pencil, 0.9mm, #2 Hard Lead, 5/Pack (MVP51-BLK)~#|#~7B6C69E5-9A36-4A5F-BDE9A41E2FA021D6_sc7
Item: 522528
Model: MVP51-BLK
Price is $12.49
Unit of measure 5/Pack Price per unit $2.50/Pencil
Delivery by Mon, Jun 22
30-min pickup
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Pentel Twist-Erase III Mechanical Pencil, 0.7mm, #2 Medium Lead, 2/Pack (QE517BP2-K6)~#|#~CE6C05FE-35EC-4C1C-A6E4ECB1C5EFD714_sc7Pentel Twist-Erase III Mechanical Pencil, 0.7mm, #2 Medium Lead, 2/Pack (QE517BP2-K6)~#|#~sp38165249_sc7
35% off of Pentel Twist-Erase III Mechanical Pencil, 0.7mm, #2 Medium Lead, 2/Pack (QE517BP2-K6)
Item: 434348
Model: QE517BP2-R1
Price is $9.99, Regular price was $15.49, You save 35%
Unit of measure 2/Pack Price per unit $5.00/Pencil
Delivery by Mon, Jun 22
30-min pickup
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Zebra M-301 Mechanical Pencil, 0.5mm, #2 Medium Lead, 2/Pack (54012)~#|#~20439E90-79EC-4144-BA1CAEC3813975DC_sc7Zebra M-301 Mechanical Pencil, 0.5mm, #2 Medium Lead, 2/Pack (54012)~#|#~25B99D5C-7391-4B1B-96D701BBBFB0898B_sc7
Item: 399584
Model: 54012
Price is $9.99
Unit of measure 2/Pack Price per unit $5.00/Pencil
Delivery by Mon, Jun 22
30-min pickup
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Staples Mechanical Pencils, #2 Soft Lead, 12 Pack – Smooth‑Writing Pencils for Office, School & Exams~#|#~sp38165272_sc7Staples Mechanical Pencils, #2 Soft Lead, 12 Pack – Smooth‑Writing Pencils for Office, School & Exams~#|#~sp38165271_sc7
64% off of Staples Mechanical Pencils, #2 Soft Lead, 12 Pack – Smooth‑Writing Pencils for Office, School & Exams
Item: 514742
Model: 11454-CC
Price is $2.99, Regular price was $8.39, You save 64%
Unit of measure Dozen Price per unit $0.25/Pencil
Delivery by Mon, Jun 22
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Pentel GraphGear 1000 Mechanical Pencil, 0.5mm (PG1015A)~#|#~m004539454_sc7
Item: 2246258
Model: 72245
Price is $44.59
Free delivery by Fri, Jun 26
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Paper Mate Sharpwriter Mechanical Pencil, 0.7mm, #2 Medium Lead, Dozen (3030131/3030131C)~#|#~901F6677-0E7E-43F1-9CE1E518D88245D3_sc7Paper Mate Sharpwriter Mechanical Pencil, 0.7mm, #2 Medium Lead, Dozen (3030131/3030131C)~#|#~99644DA6-2E62-4076-A2091899309C639E_sc7
12% off of Paper Mate Sharpwriter Mechanical Pencil, 0.7mm, #2 Medium Lead, Dozen (3030131/3030131C)
Item: 107250
Model: 3030131C
Price is $6.99, Regular price was $7.99, You save 12%
Unit of measure Dozen Price per unit $0.58/Pencil
Delivery by Mon, Jun 22
30-min pickup
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Pentel Twist-Erase Mechanical Pencil, 0.7mm, #2 Medium Lead, 2/Pack (PD277TBP2P-BC)~#|#~sp23448507_sc7
Item: 816240
Model: PD277TBP2P-BC
Price is $13.29
Unit of measure 2/Pack Price per unit $6.64/Pencil
Delivery by Mon, Jun 22
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Pentel Sharp Mechanical Pencil, 0.7mm, #2 Medium Lead, 2/Pack (P207BP2-K6)~#|#~sp38165255_sc7Pentel Sharp Mechanical Pencil, 0.7mm, #2 Medium Lead, 2/Pack (P207BP2-K6)~#|#~sp47572554_sc7
Item: 270835
Model: P207BP2-K6
Price is $13.79
Unit of measure 2/Pack Price per unit $6.90/Pencil
Delivery by Mon, Jun 22
30-min pickup
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Pentel Sharp Mechanical Pencil, 0.7mm, #2 Medium Lead, 3/Pack (P207MBP3M)~#|#~m003337479_sc7
Item: 2625572
Model: P207MBP3M
Price is $23.09
Unit of measure 3/Pack Price per unit $7.70/Pencil
Delivery by Tue, Jun 23
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Pentel Graph Gear 500 Mechanical Pencil, 0.7mm, #2 Medium Lead (PG527LEBP)~#|#~sp111677963_sc7Pentel Graph Gear 500 Mechanical Pencil, 0.7mm, #2 Medium Lead (PG527LEBP)~#|#~sp111677974_sc7
Item: 409631
Model: PG527LEBP
Price is $10.19
Price per unit $10.19/Pencil
Delivery by Mon, Jun 22
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Pentel Sharp Mechanical Pencil, 0.5mm, #2 Medium Lead, 2/Pack (P205BP2-K6)~#|#~sp42115776_sc7Pentel Sharp Mechanical Pencil, 0.5mm, #2 Medium Lead, 2/Pack (P205BP2-K6)~#|#~sp47572655_sc7
Item: 434350
Model: P205BP2-K6
Price is $13.79
Unit of measure 2/Pack Price per unit $6.90/Pencil
Delivery by Mon, Jun 22
30-min pickup
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Pentel Quicker-Clicker™ Automatic Pencil .9mm, Burgundy Barrels, 2/Pack~#|#~s0082938_sc7Pentel Quicker-Clicker™ Automatic Pencil .9mm, Burgundy Barrels, 2/Pack~#|#~s0106843_sc7
Item: 711765
Model: PD349BP2
Price is $13.09
Unit of measure 2/Pack Price per unit $6.54/Pencil
Delivery by Mon, Jun 22
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Mechanical pencils are incredibly convenient writing instruments and can be a great choice for school, work, or around the house. Keep reading to learn more about the features and benefits of mechanical lead pencils.

What is a Mechanical Pencil?

Unlike traditional wooden pencils, mechanical pencils have replaceable lead core that can be mechanically pushed out when you’re ready to write. This means that the lead never needs to be sharpened, but rather replaced once the lead is used. Mechanical lead pencils use standard #2 lead, which is made from graphite, so it’s able to be used for standardized tests and other uses that require this type of lead. Popular brands include BIC mechanical pencils and Pentel mechanical pencils.

How Do Mechanical Pencils Work?

Mechanical pencils work by pushing the lead out of the main holding chamber as a result of an advance mechanism, for example clicking the top of the pencil. This makes them one of the best lead-based writing utensils to transport because you don’t have to worry about the lead breaking as you’re traveling. You only need to retract the lead back into the main holding chamber and you won’t have to worry about wasting any product.

What Are the Benefits of Writing With a Mechanical Lead Pencil?

Mechanical pencils offer consistency and balance that other pencils can lack. Because the lead isn’t bonded to the interior of the pencil, it stays sharp, making writing and drawing on paper easier. Additionally, this feature allows you to have a more consistent grip because you won’t have to worry about adjusting your pencil based on the sharpness of your lead.

What Are Mechanical Pencils Used For?

These writing utensils are perfect for writing and drawing, and many artists, engineers, designers, teachers, and students alike use them on a daily basis. They are great for creating fine lines and precise markings, so if you need to create a detailed drawing or take notes quickly, a mechanical pencil may be perfect for you.

Additional Mechanical Pencil Features

Ways to Release Lead

Mechanical pencils release their lead in a variety of ways, including:

  • Push button - A clicker at the top of the pencil pushes the lead forward.
  • Twist - A knob at the top of the pencil twists to push out the lead. This design requires pencils with 0.7 mm leads or wider.
  • Shaker - Built-in sliding weight releases lead when the pencil is shaken.
  • Bend - The user squeezes the writing tool in the middle to release more lead.
  • Automatic - The pencil automatically pushes out more lead whenever the tip gets down to the edge of the lead sleeve.

Lead Width Sizes

Mechanical lead pencils aren’t a one-size-fits-all writing utensil. Different mechanical pencils can accommodate different widths of lead.

  • 0.2 mm or 0.3 mm create sharp, fine lines
  • 0.5 mm or 0.7 mm both of which are ideal for everyday writing and drawing tasks
  • 0.9 mm and above are best for sketching and writing bold lines

Grips

Some mechanical pencils are outfitted with pencil grips that help you maintain a comfortable writing position. Grips come in a variety of shapes, sizes, and materials, so you’ll need to test a few before finding the right one for your specific hand posture. Grips can be metal, plastic, rubber, or silicon, with the first two being firm and latter two being more flexible and squishy.