--- product_id: 7853550 title: "GraphGear 500 Mechanical Drafting Pencil, (0.3mm), Extra Fine Line, Brown Barrel (PG523E)" brand: "pentel" price: "£7.58" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Pentel" url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/7853550-graphgear-500-mechanical-drafting-pencil-0-3mm-extra-fine-line store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # 0.3mm extra-fine lead for precision Ergonomic ribbed grip for control Durable polymer body built to last GraphGear 500 Mechanical Drafting Pencil, (0.3mm), Extra Fine Line, Brown Barrel (PG523E) **Brand:** pentel **Price:** £7.58 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ✏️ Draft like a pro, stand out like a boss. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** GraphGear 500 Mechanical Drafting Pencil, (0.3mm), Extra Fine Line, Brown Barrel (PG523E) by pentel - **How much does it cost?** £7.58 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/7853550-graphgear-500-mechanical-drafting-pencil-0-3mm-extra-fine-line) ## Best For - pentel enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted pentel brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Built to Endure:** Robust polymer barrel withstands daily wear, making it your reliable creative companion. - • **Sleek & Portable:** Slim 0.3-inch diameter design fits effortlessly in your pocket or pencil case—always ready when inspiration strikes. - • **Pinpoint Precision:** Ultra-fine 0.3mm lead delivers razor-sharp lines for flawless drafting and detailed work. - • **Comfort Meets Control:** Ribbed, beveled grip ensures fatigue-free handling and unmatched accuracy during long sessions. - • **No Sharpening, No Interruptions:** Preloaded with Pentel Super Hi-Polymer lead that stays sharp and refillable for endless creativity. ## Overview The Pentel GraphGear 500 Mechanical Drafting Pencil in 0.3mm offers professionals and enthusiasts ultra-fine, consistent lines with a durable polymer body and ergonomic ribbed grip. Featuring a fixed 4mm sleeve to prevent lead breakage and refillable Pentel Super Hi-Polymer HB lead that never needs sharpening, this sleek brown-barrel pencil combines precision, comfort, and longevity in a compact design perfect for drafting, drawing, and detailed writing. ## Description Superior drafting pencil for professionals and enthusiasts. 0. 3mm lead produces extra-fine lines of consistent density. Metallic mesh grip on a slim, beveled barrel. 4mm fixed sleeve helps prevent lead from breaking and is ideal for template work. Penndel Super Hi-Polymer Lead never needs sharpening and is equivalent to a #2 pencil. Refillable with Penndel Super Hi-Polymer Lead and Z2-1 eraser. Review: My Favorite Pencil - A while ago I got four nice 0.5mm mechanical pencils to compare: - Uni Kuru Toga Roulette : Haven't touched this one in months. It's very interesting mechanically, but the lead wiggles too much and the rotating feature doesn't make enough of a difference for that to be worth is for me. Maybe in a larger lead size this would work better. I have to admit it looks cool though. - Uni Shift Pipe Lock : The retractable lead pipe is nice. I have bent the lead pipe on the staedler and pentel pencils, so keeping it away can help with that. The wiggle isn't too bad but the weight distribution is a bit off for me. This would be a great pencil to throw in the bottom of your bag if you need a draft pencil that can take a bit of a beating. Otherwise see the options below. - Staedler 925 25-05 : My solid #2. Very well made, no lead wiggle as long as the tip is screwed on tight, so writing is smooth. The knurling is a bit sharp but personally I enjoy that grip. I keep one of these at my desk so I don't have to take my other pencil out of my bag. My biggest issue is that the eraser feels a bit loose, but it's not too bad. The price is a bit much for me too. - Pentel Graphgear 500 : Instantly my favorite, and has stayed as such for the couple of years I've used them. The lead pipe is totally fixed to the grip so there is no lead wiggle and I've only had it bend once when it flew spinning down onto tile. The knurling is a bit softer than the staedler, it's a nice middle ground. The eraser feels tight but it does wear a bit fast as someone who makes a lot of mistakes. Just a good pencil, and the cheapest of the lot. That's hard to beat. As someone who does a lot of math and diagrams on paper I pretty much stick to the 0.5mm graphgear now. Alongside it I use the Pentel Hi-Polymer eraser for bigger erasing jobs and a MUJI 0.38mm black pen for dark permanent lines. I highly recommend both of these too, no matter what pencil you use. Review: Good, solid and durable mechanical pencil - Used it now for 3 years. Still functions perfectly. The bottom half is metal, so it does have a good grounded feel to it. Probably best mechanical pencil I ever owned. ## Features - Durable Polymer Body: Made from a durable polymer material for long-lasting use. - Versatile Point Size: Available in 0.3mm, 0.5mm, 0.7mm and 0.9mm sizes for various drafting needs. - Ergonomic Grip: Features a ribbed, beveled barrel for comfortable, precise control. - Refillable Design: Preloaded with Pentel Super Hi-Polymer HB lead; never needs sharpening. - Compact Size: Measures 0.3 inches in diameter for easy storage and portability. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0006HXQX0 | | Additional Features | Refillable | | Age Range (Description) | Adult | | Age Range Description | Adult | | Best Sellers Rank | #13,212 in Office Products ( See Top 100 in Office Products ) #105 in Mechanical Pencils | | Body Shape | Round | | Brand | Pentel | | Brand Name | Pentel | | Color | Brown | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 15,851 Reviews | | Drill Point | Extra Fine | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00072512185346, 00072512185360 | | Grip Type | Ribbed | | Hardness | 0.3 mm | | Included Components | No | | Ink Color | Black | | Item Diameter | 0.3 Millimeters | | Item Dimensions | 0.37 x 5.8 x 0.37 inches | | Item Weight | 9.98 g | | Line Size | 0.3mm | | Manufacturer | Pentel | | Material | Polymer | | Material Type | Polymer | | Model Name | GraphGear 500 | | Model Number | PG523E | | Pattern | Brown | | Recommended Uses For Product | Drafting, Drawing | | Style | Extra Fine Line | | Theme | Drafting | | UPC | 786830382775 799198012864 725121853464 809099131585 646498801196 072512185346 077349814032 781624973153 800187905774 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Warranty Description | Each Pentel product is warranted for life against failure due to defect in materials and workmanship. For warranty service, return product for free repair to: Pentel of America, Ltd., 4000 E. Airport Drive, Suite C, Ontario, CA 91761, U.S.A., Attn: Quality Assurance Department. | | Writing Instrument Form | Graphite Pencil | | Writing Technique | pencil lead | ## Product Details - **Age Range (Description):** Adult - **Brand:** Pentel - **Color:** Brown - **Ink Color:** Black - **Writing Instrument Form:** Graphite Pencil ## Images ![GraphGear 500 Mechanical Drafting Pencil, (0.3mm), Extra Fine Line, Brown Barrel (PG523E) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71aC8ihEz6L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Pattern, Size, Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Why is disco dead?** A: Disco is dead because the Kiss Army conducted a shock and awe campaign. It resulted in great losses on the disco side. It is not well known that General Donna Summer was actually severely injured in the war. The war continued through the decade of the 1970s. 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Thanks** A: It's metal ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ My Favorite Pencil *by E***Y on May 10, 2024* A while ago I got four nice 0.5mm mechanical pencils to compare: - Uni Kuru Toga Roulette : Haven't touched this one in months. It's very interesting mechanically, but the lead wiggles too much and the rotating feature doesn't make enough of a difference for that to be worth is for me. Maybe in a larger lead size this would work better. I have to admit it looks cool though. - Uni Shift Pipe Lock : The retractable lead pipe is nice. I have bent the lead pipe on the staedler and pentel pencils, so keeping it away can help with that. The wiggle isn't too bad but the weight distribution is a bit off for me. This would be a great pencil to throw in the bottom of your bag if you need a draft pencil that can take a bit of a beating. Otherwise see the options below. - Staedler 925 25-05 : My solid #2. Very well made, no lead wiggle as long as the tip is screwed on tight, so writing is smooth. The knurling is a bit sharp but personally I enjoy that grip. I keep one of these at my desk so I don't have to take my other pencil out of my bag. My biggest issue is that the eraser feels a bit loose, but it's not too bad. The price is a bit much for me too. - Pentel Graphgear 500 : Instantly my favorite, and has stayed as such for the couple of years I've used them. The lead pipe is totally fixed to the grip so there is no lead wiggle and I've only had it bend once when it flew spinning down onto tile. The knurling is a bit softer than the staedler, it's a nice middle ground. The eraser feels tight but it does wear a bit fast as someone who makes a lot of mistakes. Just a good pencil, and the cheapest of the lot. That's hard to beat. As someone who does a lot of math and diagrams on paper I pretty much stick to the 0.5mm graphgear now. Alongside it I use the Pentel Hi-Polymer eraser for bigger erasing jobs and a MUJI 0.38mm black pen for dark permanent lines. I highly recommend both of these too, no matter what pencil you use. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good, solid and durable mechanical pencil *by J***S on March 7, 2026* Used it now for 3 years. Still functions perfectly. The bottom half is metal, so it does have a good grounded feel to it. Probably best mechanical pencil I ever owned. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Pentel GraphGear 500 *by D***D on October 26, 2025* An excellent drafting, art and writing mechanical pencil. The GraphGear 500 is lightweight like the Sharp p205 series pencil with the addition of a comfortable knurled aluminum grip that commands greater precision control of the pencil. Loading replacement lead is quick and easy. The eraser is very effective and easily replaced when necessary. A very enjoyable mechanical pencil and worth the investment. ## Frequently Bought Together - Pentel GraphGear 500 Mechanical Drafting Pencil, (0.3mm), Extra Fine Line, Brown Barrel (PG523E) - June Gold 820 Pieces, 0.3 mm HB #2 Lead Refills, 205 Pieces Per Dispenser, Extra Fine Thickness, Break Resistant Lead/Graphite (Pack of 4 Dispensers) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/7853550-graphgear-500-mechanical-drafting-pencil-0-3mm-extra-fine-line](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/7853550-graphgear-500-mechanical-drafting-pencil-0-3mm-extra-fine-line) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-05-17*