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Reddit mentions of Pentel Graph Gear 1000 Automatic Drafting Pencil, 0.7mm Lead Size, Blue Barrel, 1 Each (PG1017C)

Sentiment score: 6
Reddit mentions: 8

We found 8 Reddit mentions of Pentel Graph Gear 1000 Automatic Drafting Pencil, 0.7mm Lead Size, Blue Barrel, 1 Each (PG1017C). Here are the top ones.

    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
  • Color coded sizes for fast & easy size lead size identification
  • Comes with a cap to keep your eraser clean
  • Refillable with Pentel Super Hi-Polymer Lead and Z2-1N refill eraser.
Specs:
Color1 Pack
Height6 Inches
Length0.63 Inches
Number of items1
Release dateJanuary 2017
Size1 Count (Pack of 1)
Weight0.8 Pounds
Width0.62 Inches
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Found 8 comments on Pentel Graph Gear 1000 Automatic Drafting Pencil, 0.7mm Lead Size, Blue Barrel, 1 Each (PG1017C):

u/MaestroCleansing · 51 pointsr/mechanicalpencils

I totally agree that Bic pencils are "good enough" for basic sketching and drafting. I have been known to use them as functional lead storage tubes, holding somewhere around 10-15 pieces of lead for my beefier pencils like the rOtring 600.

If you are looking for an upgrade, the Pentel GraphGear 1000 is an excellent pencil for under 15 bucks.

0.5mm version

0.7mm version

u/iguy2345 · 2 pointsr/mechanicalpencils

The graphgear 1000 and rotring 600 are the most highly recommended pencils on the subreddit, but if neither of these suit your fancy, jetpens has an excellent selection.

https://www.amazon.com/Pentel-Automatic-Drafting-Pencil-PG1017C/dp/B000GAXKGU

https://www.amazon.com/rOtring-Mechanical-Pencil-0-7mm-502607/dp/B001A1POWC

https://www.jetpens.com/0.7-mm-Drafting-Pencils/ct/2542

u/ChCoOhWeNeCo · 1 pointr/Random_Acts_Of_Amazon

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u/mikeBE11 · 1 pointr/EngineeringStudents

I started my engineering path last semester and learned veary quickly the need for a special pencil in coparsion to the 20 cents pieces of crap from wallmart. I've been using Pentel Graph Gear 1000 Automatic Drafting Pencil 0.7 and have been loving it sense. The head can be locked in the pencil so it doesn't stab you every time you put it in your pocket, which is nice.

u/enoughicecream · 1 pointr/mechanicalpencils

You can get a Pentel GraphGear 1000 from Amazon for under $9. That'd be my vote.

https://www.amazon.com/Pentel-Automatic-Drafting-Pencil-PG1017C/dp/B000GAXKGU/

But it's also hard to beat the Pentel Sharp iguy2345 mentioned. They're basic, but bombproof. I like the TwistErase, too.

u/MyDrawingAcademia · 1 pointr/Naruto

Yeah no prob. I'll put them in this order: Lead Holder (very dark), sharpener (needs special sharpener, trust me you really need it), GraphGear, Copics, Chameleon, fine liners (I'll put the ones I use, but Micron's are a little more expensive option for better quality).

Staedtler Mars 780 Technical Mechanical Pencil, 2mm. 780BK https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000YQEFGU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_9mS6CbSFJAYEC

Staedtler 502 BK A6 Mars Rotary Action Lead Pointer and Tub for 2mm Leads, 502BKA6 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002EL9J50/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_mqS6CbVQD8F47

Pentel Graph Gear 1000 Automatic Drafting Pencil, 0.7mm Lead Size, Blue Barrel, 1 Each (PG1017C) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000GAXKGU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_IqS6CbS16A0FB

Copic Markers 6-Piece Sketch Set, Bold Primaries (SKST6-BOLD) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004XR7XZG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_ctS6CbR4M2RF0

Copic Markers 6-Piece Sketch Set, Skin Tones I https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004XR92EG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_YtS6Cb6Z6HZWJ

Chameleon Art Products, Chameleon 5-Pen, Primary Tones Set https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00OJ97KXS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_6uS6CbVHJ0THK

Sakura 50203 8-Piece Pigma Manga Comic Pro Drawing Kit https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004N98UIS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_8vS6Cb3D5HZBS