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The Awesome Pentel GraphGear 1000 Mechanical Pencil is on Sale for $6!! (12/24/19)

Dec 24, 2019 Stuart 10 Comments

The excellent Pentel GraphGear 1000 mechanical pencil is on sale right now!

Bit Holders & Drivers

Japanese-Made Hand Tools

Sep 29, 2016 Stuart 60 Comments

Let’s talk about Japanese tools!

DIY & Home

Pentel GraphGear 1000 Mechanical Pencil is Excellent for Shop Use

Feb 15, 2011 Stuart 13 Comments

In the search for a good quality mechanical pencil for technical drawing and more precise layout work and shop use, I have come across the incredibly comfortable and workshop-friendly Pentel GraphGear 1000.

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