After using many different mechanical pencils on the market, I finally have found one that is the perfect in both function and form.

The sleek, minimalist design is wonderful to look at and the smooth, uniform finish just feels right sitting in your hand. It is weighted perfectly so it never feels like it is tipping out of the top of your hand or pulling down towards the page. However, do be aware that the pencil will be heavier than the original pencil, and significantly heavier than a standard plastic pencil, so be prepared to take some time getting used to the weight; once used for a while, it is no longer obvious and what you will find is that when returning to a plastic pencil, they will feel flimsy. The barrel is the perfect diameter; not too thin and not too thick to hold either tightly or loose in your fingertips. There are no sharp lines anywhere on the pencil; it looks like just a solid piece of metal, and that's no accident.

The action of the ejector is the smoothest I've ever used, it flows in a single motion from depression to release. There's no jerky clicks as the lead extends and it doesn't get stuck when releasing pressure on the ejector. The sleeve at the end of the cone is the perfect addition to the original pencil, as I've not had a single break in the last two weeks. Just today, I used a different mechanical pencil, and within the first three strokes, the lead snapped. There is no competition when it comes to usability.

Refilling the pencil and replacing the eraser at the end of the pencil are simple; just pull the eraser out of the end of the ejector and slide the refills into the pencil. That's it. There's no need to undo half the pencil to refill it. The eraser is easy enough to pull out, but fits snugly into the end of the cap, so there's no risk of it falling out or detaching as you are erasing. When erasing, ensure you hold the pencil almost perpendicular to the page to get the best results; the eraser does not leave smudges or residue on your work and effectively erases any marks.

The sleeve sits perfectly around the lead and eliminates the issue of lead breakage that would happen on occasion with the original version. Writing with this pencil is a breeze and I never grow frustrated with my tools now that I have this. I have removed all other pencils from my case, except for the original pencil.

If you enjoy using a mechanical pencil, this is a must have. I am drawn more to writing now than ever because not only is the act of creating enjoyable, so too is the process now that I have the right tools. Even better, I no longer will be contributing to landfill, as I will never need to replace it.