Customer Reviews for Paper Mate Clearpoint Mechanical Pencil, 0.7mm, #2 Medium Lead, 2/Pack (56047)
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These mechanical pencils are praised for their smooth writing, comfortable grip, and durable eraser. However, some users report issues with the eraser slipping and the high price. The design and quality have received mixed feedback.
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Most helpful positive review
Posted Aug 10, 2025
Reasonable price; good basic go-to pencil
I honestly only needed a good basic pencil - this fills the need
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Most helpful critical review
Posted Aug 23, 2025
Lead not dark enough for me.
This set of mechanicals pencils lead is not as dark as I need it to be. I am returning to the store. I am disappointed.
Paula K.
Posted Jan 31, 2012
My daughter loves these Pencils
My daughter specifically asked for these after one of her friends gave her one. She won't even use any other mechanical pencil.
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Paula K.
Posted Dec 28, 2011
Love this pencil!
Best mechanical pencil I have found so far. Far superior to others we have tried at the office!
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Posted Oct 27, 2009
Great Mechanical Pencil!
pro: The lead doesn't constantly break while writing like cheaper pencil models. The pencil has a smooth writing flow and the eraser works very well. The eraser is larger than you think that fits in the bottom third of the barrel. Just pull on the eraser for more. Unlike the cheaper pencils that only have a small eraser attached to it. con: The pencil doesn't hold extr...
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Paula K.
Posted Oct 27, 2009
Great Mechanical Pencil!
pro: The lead doesn't constantly break while writing like cheaper pencil models. The pencil has a smooth writing flow and the eraser works very well. The eraser is larger than you think that fits in the bottom third of the barrel. Just pull on the eraser for more. Unlike the cheaper pencils that only have a small eraser attached to it. con: The pencil doesn't hold extr...
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Posted Sep 12, 2009
I am buying this product again
Best mechanic pencil great for test no worry with the good long eraser
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Paula K.
Posted Sep 12, 2009
I am buying this product again
Best mechanic pencil great for test no worry with the good long eraser
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Posted Jul 29, 2009
Lasts a long time love it
Had my last one about 5 years and it is still usable. Great pencil.
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Paula K.
Posted Jul 29, 2009
Lasts a long time love it
Had my last one about 5 years and it is still usable. Great pencil.
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Posted Jul 6, 2009
Too costly
It's a nice pencil it performs well but it is after all a pencil. Sorry but I think it just cost too much.
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Paula K.
Posted Jul 6, 2009
Too costly
It's a nice pencil it performs well but it is after all a pencil. Sorry but I think it just cost too much.
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Posted Nov 28, 2008
The Best Period
I am a high school student and I use pencils frequently. This pencil is the best pencil I have used. It writes great lasts a long time and does not have a short eraser like most pencils. Although the price is costly its worth it.
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Paula K.
Posted Nov 28, 2008
The Best Period
I am a high school student and I use pencils frequently. This pencil is the best pencil I have used. It writes great lasts a long time and does not have a short eraser like most pencils. Although the price is costly its worth it.
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Posted Nov 10, 2008
Very Great pencil
A very reliable pencil and I would definately recommend this pencil to a friend.
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Paula K.
Posted Nov 10, 2008
Very Great pencil
A very reliable pencil and I would definately recommend this pencil to a friend.
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Posted Sep 11, 2008
wow wow wow amazing
this product is amazing i didnt buy mine from staples but i do have one if u r looking 4 a good pencil buy this one is on the high price side but hey u get what u pay 4!!
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Paula K.
Posted Sep 11, 2008
wow wow wow amazing
this product is amazing i didnt buy mine from staples but i do have one if u r looking 4 a good pencil buy this one is on the high price side but hey u get what u pay 4!!
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Posted Aug 25, 2008
Best mechanical pencil
These pencils have gotten me through highschool and college. They hold a lot of eraser and lead and are easy to refill. The eraser can be refilled using those "Pentel Clic Eraser" refills. Just cut them to the right length. The only problem (breakage above the logo from torsion) has been fixed by using a longer groove to absorb stresses. This pencil looks nice too. The ...
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Paula K.
Posted Aug 25, 2008
Best mechanical pencil
These pencils have gotten me through highschool and college. They hold a lot of eraser and lead and are easy to refill. The eraser can be refilled using those "Pentel Clic Eraser" refills. Just cut them to the right length. The only problem (breakage above the logo from torsion) has been fixed by using a longer groove to absorb stresses. This pencil looks nice too. The ...
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Posted Aug 19, 2008
I Love these Pencils!!!!!
I have used these pencils for business and personal use for years. Great product and my favorite!!!
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Paula K.
Posted Aug 19, 2008
I Love these Pencils!!!!!
I have used these pencils for business and personal use for years. Great product and my favorite!!!
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