Kita-boshi PencilLead Holder & Lead Pointer Set
This lead holder has the intuitive mechanism of a mechanical pencil, while the thick lead delivers a satisfying writing experience. The lead holder has a natural wooden body of American Incense Cedar. The barrel diameter is 1 mm larger than a regular pencil to accommodate for adult hands.
The high-quality, Japan-made lead is crafted by uniformly mixing pure lead and clay, to achieve ultimate resilience to breaking and smoothness. The lead diameter is 2 mm.
The accompanying lead pointer features a uniquely shaped leaf spring instead of a blade. You can sharpen the lead by twisting the lead from left to right in the structure.
This product was developed by Kita-boshi Pencil, a maker founded in 1951. If you are someone who longs for that distinct feeling of scribbling away with a pencil, this one is for you.
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- Kita-boshi PencilLead Holder & Lead Pointer Set
- ¥814(incl. tax)
Specifications
- Lead Holder & Lead Pointer Set
Size Pencil: Diameter 8.6mm x Length 150 mm / Diameter 0.33" x Length: 6.3"
Lead pointer: W: 18mm x H 73mm x T: 7.6 mm / W: 0.7" x H: 2.9" x T: 0.3"Weight Pencil: 10 g, Lead pointer: 8 g Main material Pencil: Incense Cedar, brass
Lead pointer: Polyethylene, ABS, high-carbon steel
Please Read Before You Buy
In order to provide you with the most satisfaction for your product, we've compiled a list of warnings, potential issues, and tips to keep in mind for this particular product. Please be sure to read this information carefully before placing your order.
- Warning about shavings
After using the lead pointer, shavings may spill and make a mess, so be sure to close the black cap. When full, flip the pointer upside-down over a piece of paper to pour out the shavings, and wrap up the paper before disposal.
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