I just got this pencil and I figured out that you have to let the weight fall backwards instead of towards the tip and THEN lock it, it doesn't rattle at all if you do it that way. Just putting this here in case someone else finds it annoying :)
There is a version of this that has a metal clip. 😁 Personally, I really liked this mechanical pencil and used it all throughout my architecture school. I guess I just liked the convenience of having the eraser there and it being refillable. (Tip for it falling is to put some masking tape near the inside to stop it from falling off. I even use a different eraser refill that is thinner than the original and it never fall off.) It is also quite cheap for a cheapskate like me. Also having a longer tip is really nice to use with rulers. I've gone through 2 of these pencils by that 5 years. The shaking mechanism is also fun to play with when I'm thinking. 😂😅 only thing I didn't like is the color of the body fading in time. But I guess that is to be expected from plastic.
thank you, kinda disappointed that the hold mode doesn't stop the rattling 😭 i really wanted to try this bcs everyone seems to be using it and the colors are so pretty.. thank you for the honest and clear review!
It is a classy pencil but I dropped mine and the metal tip got bent a little, the lead does slide thought..but it gets a little shredded cause of rubbing against the sides.. Tbh it gave me a trauma for buying pencils with non-retractable pipe 😅
I just got this mechanical pencil .. And I thought that the weights serves as literally weights .. But when I found this video I feel amaze becuase there are so many purpose of it .. And I think I got the best mechanical pencil 😊 Thank you for uploading this although its already 2years ago
I’m glad that my video can somehow helps you and maybe other people too to love these humble pencils more. They are very reliable writing instruments :) Thank you for your kind comment!
The shaker mechanism of Pilot works better in my opinion but I’m not sure if it is as good as the pencils of 30-35yrs ago. The weight in Pilot is heavy and doesn’t cause much rattling sound. 🙂
the eraser will not leave its barrel like that if you don't use it to its full length lol. and who erases with that full length? i dont know if this is a fair review tbh.
That is the weight for the shaking function. When shaking, the weight will jump up and down, pressing and pushing the lead out, let’s say it works like how we press the top button to push the lead out. You can drag the clip (up or down, I can’t remember, you can see in the video) to stop the weight from moving. However, it just limits the movement of the weight and can’t stop it totally. Unfortunately, there is no option to take the weight off. :(
Hi! I got the Tombrow Mono Graph Pencil, and it has a lock feature so that lead does not come when it shakes in a backpack, car, etc. The problem I have however, is that when I do shake the pencil to get more lead out of it, it just got in to the lock and doesn’t allow lead. Do you know why this is happening ?
Hi, I haven’t stumbled on this issue but I guess your pencil is unfortunately broken. There is a notch inside that helps you feel the tactility when you push the lock on. If you can’t feel it, it might break already. 😶
I would say I’m not into using this pencil. The rattling annoys me and the grip is not comfortable. There are some upgrade versions of this pencil, I think you might like them more.
Best for drawing... Hmm, hard question. Wooden pencils must be a in the list as well, they come in lots of varied hardnesses and are used by artists. Some artists only use wooden pencils, some mix with mechanical pencils for fine lines. At the end, a good pencil for drawing has to: - Has a proper weight. Many artists who draw for living prefer them light for less fatigue reason, and also it's easy for them to control and feel the pressure on paper. But some prefer heftier pencils.🤷♀️ - Be sturdy, has no rattling sound - Has a comfy grip - Has a proper diameter for the hand - Clip is optional but if it has a clip, clip shouldn't get in the way - Has a reliable chuck/clicking mechanism. No shoes fits all but I list down some affordable names for your consideration: Pilot S series, Pentel Sharp P200, ... And a lot other good brands. Warning: I haven't tried many brands and I don't draw much. If you have another favorite Brand you can just pick a pencil with above requirements from that brand. 😊
I'm an artist and I primarily use mechanical pencils because it's convenient i.e. doesn't need to sharpen the lead. If I wanted to shade the drawing I'll use a lead holder which has a 2mm or even bigger 5.6 mm lead. I also collect several of them and all I can say is it really doesn't matter which brand you choose. It depends on how comfortable it is and how long you've been using it, even the hefty ones you'll eventually get used to it and it would feel lighter the next time. I haven't experienced fatigue in long hours maybe bc I have a light grip which helps. However if you like a broad range of contrast or tone to your drawings then you would definitely need woodcase pencils bc lead from mech pencils are limited in that range.
@@lambogenie5048 Thank you for sharing! ❤ I can't believe one day an artist leaves a very informative comment here 😊, it makes me so happy! At my position as a non-artist person, I want to say I absolutely agree with you but I don't dare to... Haha, honestly, I have to learn from and listen to you!
@@fanofpencils-cleo774 thanks no problem. As you said there are different types of artists out there and it all comes down to their preferences. I stumbled upon your channel and I also love collecting mechanical pencils ( if my budget allows me) because of their aesthetic and their overall 'feel' to it (weight, texture etc) when I bought a new one which make me excited to draw again and also my source of motivation 👍
It is very subjective when talking about taste. I spent like a year to know what I like and it happens to be just a humble plastic pencil, Pilot S3 in transparent green. Thou I possess a few high-end mechanical pencils, the one I come back is just the S3, I feel less risky as I’m clumsy :) and also S3 offers everything I need from a mechanical pencil, the feel of it is very sturdy with great balance in hand. I would say a good pencil is the one suits your personality and give you the calm of mind :). Rattling pencils are the worst, stay away from them
@@fanofpencils-cleo774That's neat! Though I actually just bought the Tombow Mono Graph a few days ago and had just gotten it this morning and so far, I love it! I'm sorry to hear that it wasn't an overall pleasant experience for you. I'm glad to know your thoughts on it.
I lost the cap, the cap suddenly loosened and when I accidentally swing the pencil the cap went wooooshhhhhh then disappear 😶 but good thing I dropped it a few times the nib doesn't break but looks a little bit crooked. still it's good considering the price 😶
🤔 Personally, talking about drawing, I'd prefer a solid pencil which doesn't rattle nor distract me. The problem with Mono graph is at its shaking mechanism and the flimsy clip. For Kuru Toga, apparently, I believe it is designed for general writing especially for Japanese, Chinese letters which needs multiple line strokes in a very confined area. In term of drawing, the auto-spinning mechanism makes it impossible for me to control line thickness. However, I know some people are really good at using Kuru Toga Roulette (it spins twice slower than the Advance) in making engineering sketches or even arts. 😊 It's deffinitely personal choice and habit. Hope this helps! 🙂
Hey, I’m sure you thought it through before ordering it 🙂. And don't let my own opinions affect yours. Please also let us know your thoughts after you get it.
hello, i just stumbled upon this video because i am currently having an issue with this pencil, when i put on lock off mode, it wont shake so the lead cannot come out, do you have any idea how to fix it? and weirdly no matter how hard i tried to open the head, it wont open, please if anyone knows about this problem please reply im really sad😭😭😭
Can you still click the clip to push the lead out? I also don’t know what happens with your pencil, try to lock and unlock the shaking function to see if it works
Please answer me please 😭🙏 If i am buying 0.3 mm of this pencil Is there any chance that its leadpipe will break if something happens and does this pencil slips from hands OR should i buy pentel graphgear 500 of 0.3 mm Please tell me 🥺🙏
If you drop the pencil, there is high chance that the lead pipe will bend though we can also try to straight it out. No matter which pencil you choose, this one or Pentel GG 500, their pipe/sleeve will be damaged when dropped. Just pick the one you like and be careful 😊
@@fanofpencils-cleo774 THANK YOU SOOO MUCH 🤧 Then according to you which one should I buy Tombow mono zero mechanical pencil of 0.3mm OR tombow shaker pencil of 0.3mm OR pentel graphgear 500 of 0.3mm AND thanks for replying me😊🤧
@Priyanshu Singh If you look for a fun pencil with shaking function then Tombow shaker is a good one. If you want to feel a sturdy and stable pencil then a traditional pencil like Pentel GG 500 is the one 😊.
@@fanofpencils-cleo774 i am going for tombow mono graph zero 0.3 mm pencil OR CAN YOU PLEASE PREFER ME A GOOD MECHANICAL PENCIL OF 0.3 MM UNDER 7 DOLLARS please AND YOU HAVE EARNED ONE MORE SUBSCRIBER 🤗😊
The Tombow Mono graph, Pentel GG 500 and Pilot S3/S5 are pencils under $7. Personally, I prefer Pilot S3 but it is not a shaker. But Pilot is also very famous with shaker pencils, many of them are under $7, do some google search. I know Tombow is more popular but Pilot has better quality. I always use Pilot S3 for sketching, it is stable and greatly balancing and the most important is it does not rattle at all. I hope I don’t confuse u more. I have other videos about pencils, you can watch them for reference:)
I liked the Kuru Toga but the eraser was quite expensive to replace. Anyone know a mechanical that has the rotating mechanism that also sells eraser refills? Thanks in advance. PS I’m not a hobbyist, just someone that just want one good pencil.
As I notice, most erasers which come with pencils (if not all of them) are expensive and feel rougher on paper. You can try eraser in pen shape, they are good quality, look cool with very reasonable price. I have a video about them if you’re interested: th-cam.com/video/EBAwCz98jwc/w-d-xo.html Hope this help!
You have pretty good handwriting!
Also, good review keep it up :)
Thank you! Waking up and seeing your positive comment is awesome 🙂. Have a beautiful day Addo!
@@fanofpencils-cleo774 you too :)
I just got this pencil and I figured out that you have to let the weight fall backwards instead of towards the tip and THEN lock it, it doesn't rattle at all if you do it that way. Just putting this here in case someone else finds it annoying :)
I figured it out by myself 😅.
That's awesome...just tried it and it works!
IT WORKS, THANK YOU SO MUCH🎉🎉
One tip: try to find and fit a plastic cap on its tip as it often bends and misaligns incase of a fall
this is among the more beautiful pencils i've seen
There is a version of this that has a metal clip. 😁 Personally, I really liked this mechanical pencil and used it all throughout my architecture school. I guess I just liked the convenience of having the eraser there and it being refillable. (Tip for it falling is to put some masking tape near the inside to stop it from falling off. I even use a different eraser refill that is thinner than the original and it never fall off.) It is also quite cheap for a cheapskate like me. Also having a longer tip is really nice to use with rulers. I've gone through 2 of these pencils by that 5 years. The shaking mechanism is also fun to play with when I'm thinking. 😂😅 only thing I didn't like is the color of the body fading in time. But I guess that is to be expected from plastic.
I'm a tombow fan and doesn't hate you. wonderful review and I agree all your comment about Tombow monograph :)
Thank you for your kind comment! This encourages me a lot :)
thanks for review! I just bougt this pencil for 5 mins and I learned the pros and cons.
Perhaps the best pencil promotional video I've ever seen.
Thank you! ❤ 😊
thank you, kinda disappointed that the hold mode doesn't stop the rattling 😭 i really wanted to try this bcs everyone seems to be using it and the colors are so pretty.. thank you for the honest and clear review!
It is a classy pencil but I dropped mine and the metal tip got bent a little, the lead does slide thought..but it gets a little shredded cause of rubbing against the sides..
Tbh it gave me a trauma for buying pencils with non-retractable pipe 😅
Ja, as a clumsy person I can relate too 😅
I just got this mechanical pencil .. And I thought that the weights serves as literally weights .. But when I found this video I feel amaze becuase there are so many purpose of it .. And I think I got the best mechanical pencil 😊 Thank you for uploading this although its already 2years ago
I’m glad that my video can somehow helps you and maybe other people too to love these humble pencils more. They are very reliable writing instruments :)
Thank you for your kind comment!
I don't know but shaker mechanical pencils of 30-35 yrsx ago seemed to work better than this monograph one or the Zebra Tect 2way.
The shaker mechanism of Pilot works better in my opinion but I’m not sure if it is as good as the pencils of 30-35yrs ago. The weight in Pilot is heavy and doesn’t cause much rattling sound. 🙂
I have a cheap Zebra Frisha, the shaking mechanism works flawlessly!
Years ago I had the good old Pilot The Shaker H515 in blue and I loved it, never failed...but lost it somehow ☹
Great review! I have just bought it, but do you know how to refill it? i dont know how to open it!
Thank you for your support! 😊
To add refills in, you need to pull off the top of the pencil where the eraser locating. :)
Yes it took me a while to find that out. Bravely pull the back end of the pencil which contains the eraser.
Magnificent review, very complete and has clarified me a lot. I'll spend the money on something a little higher quality, Thanks!
the eraser will not leave its barrel like that if you don't use it to its full length lol. and who erases with that full length? i dont know if this is a fair review tbh.
Can you try the sunstar nocfree. It have the same auto lead advancement of pentel orenz AT but it is way cheaper!
I just received one, they seem to have fixed the loose eraser issue. But I agree with your review, very average pen.
It’s very nice that the eraser issue is fixed. Thank you for keeping us updated! 😊
Do you know why the metal thingy inside keeps moving? I really like the pencil but it's irritating.
Good video👍
That is the weight for the shaking function. When shaking, the weight will jump up and down, pressing and pushing the lead out, let’s say it works like how we press the top button to push the lead out. You can drag the clip (up or down, I can’t remember, you can see in the video) to stop the weight from moving. However, it just limits the movement of the weight and can’t stop it totally. Unfortunately, there is no option to take the weight off. :(
A big thank you! I just bui it todey, will be here in few days. Very intersting, I will compare with Pilot Shaker👍
Looking forward to hearing back from you about your opinions 😊
try the Mono Lite please, i want to know the pencil's weigth and the size of the erase.
Hi! I got the Tombrow Mono Graph Pencil, and it has a lock feature so that lead does not come when it shakes in a backpack, car, etc. The problem I have however, is that when I do shake the pencil to get more lead out of it, it just got in to the lock and doesn’t allow lead. Do you know why this is happening ?
Hi, I haven’t stumbled on this issue but I guess your pencil is unfortunately broken. There is a notch inside that helps you feel the tactility when you push the lock on. If you can’t feel it, it might break already. 😶
Is it good to take notes & Little Sketching???
I would say I’m not into using this pencil. The rattling annoys me and the grip is not comfortable. There are some upgrade versions of this pencil, I think you might like them more.
In your experience, which mechanical pencil is the best for drawing?
Best for drawing... Hmm, hard question. Wooden pencils must be a in the list as well, they come in lots of varied hardnesses and are used by artists. Some artists only use wooden pencils, some mix with mechanical pencils for fine lines. At the end, a good pencil for drawing has to:
- Has a proper weight. Many artists who draw for living prefer them light for less fatigue reason, and also it's easy for them to control and feel the pressure on paper. But some prefer heftier pencils.🤷♀️
- Be sturdy, has no rattling sound
- Has a comfy grip
- Has a proper diameter for the hand
- Clip is optional but if it has a clip, clip shouldn't get in the way
- Has a reliable chuck/clicking mechanism.
No shoes fits all but I list down some affordable names for your consideration: Pilot S series, Pentel Sharp P200, ... And a lot other good brands.
Warning: I haven't tried many brands and I don't draw much. If you have another favorite Brand you can just pick a pencil with above requirements from that brand. 😊
I'm an artist and I primarily use mechanical pencils because it's convenient i.e. doesn't need to sharpen the lead. If I wanted to shade the drawing I'll use a lead holder which has a 2mm or even bigger 5.6 mm lead. I also collect several of them and all I can say is it really doesn't matter which brand you choose. It depends on how comfortable it is and how long you've been using it, even the hefty ones you'll eventually get used to it and it would feel lighter the next time. I haven't experienced fatigue in long hours maybe bc I have a light grip which helps. However if you like a broad range of contrast or tone to your drawings then you would definitely need woodcase pencils bc lead from mech pencils are limited in that range.
@@lambogenie5048 Thank you for sharing! ❤ I can't believe one day an artist leaves a very informative comment here 😊, it makes me so happy!
At my position as a non-artist person, I want to say I absolutely agree with you but I don't dare to... Haha, honestly, I have to learn from and listen to you!
@@fanofpencils-cleo774 thanks no problem. As you said there are different types of artists out there and it all comes down to their preferences. I stumbled upon your channel and I also love collecting mechanical pencils ( if my budget allows me) because of their aesthetic and their overall 'feel' to it (weight, texture etc) when I bought a new one which make me excited to draw again and also my source of motivation 👍
that was a great review thanks.
A nice piano music again
Thanks for your nice comment! We definitely share some commons 🙂
Hb ou 2B?
Hi, Do you have any personal suggestions of a really good mechanical pencil?
It is very subjective when talking about taste. I spent like a year to know what I like and it happens to be just a humble plastic pencil, Pilot S3 in transparent green. Thou I possess a few high-end mechanical pencils, the one I come back is just the S3, I feel less risky as I’m clumsy :) and also S3 offers everything I need from a mechanical pencil, the feel of it is very sturdy with great balance in hand. I would say a good pencil is the one suits your personality and give you the calm of mind :). Rattling pencils are the worst, stay away from them
@@fanofpencils-cleo774That's neat! Though I actually just bought the Tombow Mono Graph a few days ago and had just gotten it this morning and so far, I love it! I'm sorry to hear that it wasn't an overall pleasant experience for you. I'm glad to know your thoughts on it.
Thank you for your kind comment! 😊 and welcome to the pencil community 🤗
@@fanofpencils-cleo774 Hi. Thank you for the greeting.
Omk😊😊😊
От тромбов я не ожидаю такого странного исполнения. Карандаш больше похож на погремушку, чем на инструмент.
I have a green one
I lost the cap, the cap suddenly loosened and when I accidentally swing the pencil the cap went wooooshhhhhh then disappear 😶 but good thing I dropped it a few times the nib doesn't break but looks a little bit crooked. still it's good considering the price 😶
which one do you prefer mono graph or kuru toga specially for drawing.
🤔 Personally, talking about drawing, I'd prefer a solid pencil which doesn't rattle nor distract me. The problem with Mono graph is at its shaking mechanism and the flimsy clip.
For Kuru Toga, apparently, I believe it is designed for general writing especially for Japanese, Chinese letters which needs multiple line strokes in a very confined area. In term of drawing, the auto-spinning mechanism makes it impossible for me to control line thickness. However, I know some people are really good at using Kuru Toga Roulette (it spins twice slower than the Advance) in making engineering sketches or even arts. 😊 It's deffinitely personal choice and habit.
Hope this helps! 🙂
@@fanofpencils-cleo774 i guess i just stick with my mechanical pencil. thank you
oh no. I just bought this, but I haven't received it yet. :'(
Hey, I’m sure you thought it through before ordering it 🙂. And don't let my own opinions affect yours. Please also let us know your thoughts after you get it.
Me too
is this low center gravity pencil?
Yes, most mechanical pencils are low center gravity nowadays 😊
hello, i just stumbled upon this video because i am currently having an issue with this pencil, when i put on lock off mode, it wont shake so the lead cannot come out, do you have any idea how to fix it? and weirdly no matter how hard i tried to open the head, it wont open, please if anyone knows about this problem please reply im really sad😭😭😭
Can you still click the clip to push the lead out? I also don’t know what happens with your pencil, try to lock and unlock the shaking function to see if it works
Please answer me please 😭🙏
If i am buying 0.3 mm of this pencil Is there any chance that its leadpipe will break if something happens and does this pencil slips from hands
OR should i buy pentel graphgear 500 of 0.3 mm
Please tell me 🥺🙏
If you drop the pencil, there is high chance that the lead pipe will bend though we can also try to straight it out. No matter which pencil you choose, this one or Pentel GG 500, their pipe/sleeve will be damaged when dropped.
Just pick the one you like and be careful 😊
@@fanofpencils-cleo774 THANK YOU SOOO MUCH 🤧
Then according to you which one should I buy Tombow mono zero mechanical pencil of 0.3mm OR tombow shaker pencil of 0.3mm OR pentel graphgear 500 of 0.3mm
AND thanks for replying me😊🤧
@Priyanshu Singh
If you look for a fun pencil with shaking function then Tombow shaker is a good one. If you want to feel a sturdy and stable pencil then a traditional pencil like Pentel GG 500 is the one 😊.
@@fanofpencils-cleo774 i am going for tombow mono graph zero 0.3 mm pencil OR CAN YOU PLEASE PREFER ME A GOOD MECHANICAL PENCIL OF 0.3 MM UNDER 7 DOLLARS
please
AND YOU HAVE EARNED ONE MORE SUBSCRIBER 🤗😊
The Tombow Mono graph, Pentel GG 500 and Pilot S3/S5 are pencils under $7. Personally, I prefer Pilot S3 but it is not a shaker. But Pilot is also very famous with shaker pencils, many of them are under $7, do some google search. I know Tombow is more popular but Pilot has better quality. I always use Pilot S3 for sketching, it is stable and greatly balancing and the most important is it does not rattle at all. I hope I don’t confuse u more. I have other videos about pencils, you can watch them for reference:)
How do u refill the led 🥶
The cap with twisting eraser can be taken off like other common mechanical pencils😊
Ülkenizde kaç birim paraya denk geliyor?
Only one currency in my country! However, I try to tell pencil’s value in the currency of manufacturing country and exchanging it to the common USD.
I liked the Kuru Toga but the eraser was quite expensive to replace. Anyone know a mechanical that has the rotating mechanism that also sells eraser refills? Thanks in advance. PS I’m not a hobbyist, just someone that just want one good pencil.
As I notice, most erasers which come with pencils (if not all of them) are expensive and feel rougher on paper. You can try eraser in pen shape, they are good quality, look cool with very reasonable price. I have a video about them if you’re interested: th-cam.com/video/EBAwCz98jwc/w-d-xo.html
Hope this help!
I order it and it jam while shaking or my order was a defective piece 🥲
😶🥲🥺!
@@fanofpencils-cleo774 but I returned it in exange 😁
That’s good 👍😊
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