Collection: Mechanical Pencils
Mechanical Pencils for Artists, Designers & Writers | Shop Online at Art to Art
Discover the precision of mechanical pencils at Art to Art – the perfect tool for drawing, writing, sketching, and technical work. Ideal for both beginners and professionals, our refillable mechanical pencils deliver clean, sharp lines without ever needing a sharpener.
Choose from trusted brands like Faber-Castell, Staedtler, and Pentel in a variety of lead sizes and barrel styles. Whether you need 0.5 mm fine lead for technical drawing or 2.0 mm clutch pencils for expressive sketching, you'll find exactly what you need in our extensive online range.
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Staedtler Mars Technico 788 Lead Holder 2mm
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Staedtler Mars Technico 780 Lead Holder 2mm
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Faber Castell Clutch Pencil 2mm TK460
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Staedtler Mars Micro Mechanical Pencils
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Staedtler Mars Micro Mechanical Pencil 0.5mm With Leads
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Staedtler Mars Micro Mechanical Pencil 0.7mm With Leads
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Mont Marte Mechanical Lead Holder
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Staedtler Mars Micro Carbon Leads 2pk 2B 0.7
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Staedtler Mars Micro Carbon Leads 2pk HB 0.9
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Staedtler Mars Micro Carbon Leads 2pk 2B 0.5
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Staedtler Mars Micro Carbon Leads 2pk HB 0.5
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Staedtler Mars Micro Carbon Leads 2pk HB 0.3
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Staedtler Mars Micro Carbon Leads 2pk HB 0.7
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Clean,\nuninterrupted lines ideal for detailed sketching or note-taking."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Top features include:","bold":true}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"✏️ "},{"type":"text","value":"Consistent line width","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"\nfor technical drawing and fine detail"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"🔁 "},{"type":"text","value":"Refillable lead","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"\n– available in 0.3mm, 0.5mm, 0.7mm, 0.9mm, and 2.0mm"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"💪 "},{"type":"text","value":"Durable barrel\ndesign","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" with non-slip grips for comfort and accuracy"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"💼 Compact and portable –\nperfect for art on the go"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Use them on art paper, sketch pads, or technical drafting\nsheets."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Clutch vs Mechanical Pencils: What’s the Difference?","bold":true}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"While both are refillable, "},{"type":"text","value":"clutch pencils","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" hold\nthicker lead (often 2.0 mm or more) and allow for greater variation in line\nweight—perfect for "},{"type":"text","value":"shading and expressive sketching","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":". Mechanical pencils,\non the other hand, are typically used for "},{"type":"text","value":"precise line work and writing","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"\ndue to their thinner leads."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Looking for "},{"type":"text","value":"bolder strokes","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"? Try a graphite clutch\npencil. For "},{"type":"text","value":"fine-line drafting","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":", go with a classic 0.5 mm mechanical\npencil."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Refill Leads & Accessories","bold":true}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Keep your pencil ready at all times with our range of "},{"type":"text","value":"lead\nrefills","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":", stored in convenient, portable cases. Choose from popular lead\ngrades like "},{"type":"text","value":"HB, B, or 2B","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":", in widths ranging from "},{"type":"text","value":"0.5 mm to 2 mm","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":".\nAlso explore our drawing accessories, including erasers and pencil cases to\ncomplete your setup."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"FAQs – Mechanical & Clutch Pencils","bold":true}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"What are mechanical pencils used for?","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"\n\nMechanical pencils are great for "},{"type":"text","value":"fine detail work, writing, drafting, and\nsketching","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":". They deliver precise, consistent lines without sharpening and\nare excellent for controlled, clean applications."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Are mechanical pencils better than traditional pencils?","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"\n\nIf you prefer a pencil that doesn’t require sharpening and offers consistent\nline width, mechanical pencils are ideal. For "},{"type":"text","value":"shading, expressive strokes","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":",\nor "},{"type":"text","value":"blending","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":", you may prefer graphite pencils or charcoal pencils."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"What is a clutch pencil used for?","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"\n\nClutch pencils (also called lead holders) are great for "},{"type":"text","value":"sketching, drafting,\nand shading","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":". They use thicker lead (usually 2.0 mm or more) and are\npreferred by artists, architects, and designers for their durability and line\nvariation."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"What lead size should I use for sketching?","bold":true}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"0.5 mm or 0.7 mm","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" for fine\nlines and detail"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"2.0 mm","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" for expressive\nstrokes, shading, and sketching\n\nConsider a "},{"type":"text","value":"clutch pencil","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" if you want to achieve more tonal range with\nthicker strokes."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Are mechanical pencils refillable?","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"\n\nYes! All mechanical pencils sold at Art to Art are "},{"type":"text","value":"refillable","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" and\ndesigned for long-term use. You can purchase "},{"type":"text","value":"lead refills","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" separately in\na variety of thicknesses and grades."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":" "}]}]}