Among modern writing instruments, a mechanical pencil, which is in no way inferior in its characteristics to a fountain pen, gained great popularity. It is very convenient to use, and the eraser will allow you to make the necessary adjustments when writing.
Story
The date of the invention of the mechanical pencil is considered to be 1869, and it belongs to Alonso Townsend Cross. At first it was a metal tube with a stylus placed inside it. The product had a number of disadvantages. For example, when pressed hard, the stylus hid inside the case. Subsequently, the pencil underwent significant changes and improved.
A real breakthrough was a mechanical pencil created by Parker in 1920, the design of which differed from the previous ones by the mechanism of fixation and movement of the stylus. It consisted of two tubes - external and internal. Spiral cutting on one of them made it possible to extend and retract the lead when rotating the tube. But the most popular today is the button mechanism, which is most often used in modern models of such pencils.
Benefits
A mechanical pencil is a very convenient writing instrument that looks like a fountain pen. The stylus built into it, as used, can be replaced with a new one, keeping the case. The creation of a mechanical pencil contributed to the development of a wide variety of stationery. Ease of use is due to the fact that, unlike the usual one, such a pencil does not need to be sharpened periodically. The stylus extends thanks to a special button located on the end. Its thickness can be different - if earlier it was 2 mm, today you can choose a stylus with a diameter of 0.3 to 1 mm.
The modern stationery market also offers a mechanical pencil, the case of which is equipped with not one, but several pencil leads with different thicknesses.
Popular manufacturers
The most famous stationery manufacturers are brands such as Montblanc, Visconti, Cartier, ST Dupont, Waterman, Erich Krause and, of course, the famous Parker.
In dozens of countries around the world, mechanical pencils manufactured by Erich Krause are widely represented. They are distinguished by high quality and modern design. Not only very convenient to use, but also able to please the mechanical Erich Krause pencil with its aesthetic appearance. Creating products for study and offices, the company uses the most modern and advanced technologies.
Visconti is an example of Italian quality and style. Pencils produced under this brand are distinguished by a variety of materials - here are ivory, and acrylic, and ebony. Collections include items decorated with gold, silver and precious metals. Jewelry technology is also used to make stationery such as mechanical pencils. Their corresponding price is on average from 20 to 30 thousand rubles.
The products of another well-known Italian manufacturer Aurora are distinguished by a combination of sophisticated design and modern technology. The pens and pencils produced by this company are sometimes true masterpieces that reflect the artistic traditions of Italian culture.
Pencils Parker
They deserve special attention. Parker has made a significant contribution to the development of writing instruments. Usually, talking about this manufacturer, they mean pens. However, the company also produces other various types of writing tools. In 1923, the first mechanical pencil parker was introduced. Today, almost every new collection of this brand has several different types of mechanical pencils. Among them there are elite ones, for the manufacture of which gold, silver, epoxy resin and stainless steel are used. They are decorated with gilding, decorative stones and other expensive materials.
The design of Parker pencils, created by the company's engineers, is very reliable and holds the lead firmly. This is the most significant difference between the products of this manufacturer from analogues. The information on the case indicates the thickness and strength of the lead. Soft lead has a pencil with the letters M and B, hard - T or N.
Thanks to the push-button system, Parker pencils are very simple and easy to use. A set of spare rods and an eraser is always included. The company does not stand still and is constantly working on improving the technology and design of its products, therefore it is a leader in the production of writing instruments.