800 Retractable Mechanical Pencil, 0.5mm, Black Metal Barrel - For Drafting, Engineering, Architecture Professionals

i bought two of the rOtring 800 pencils and personally i think that they’re solid writing tools. they are made with solid brass and you can tell the first time you pick it up, especially with the knurling where you’re supposed to hold it. the writing is just like any other mechanical pencil but i like the knurling a lot because of the grip and it’s a little weird writing with at first because of how slender the pencil is compared to normal ones. it’s easy to tell that this is really a tool rather than just a mechanical pencil. for example, pressing the lead advance button or retracting the tip just feels like it is well-made and it’s quite fidgetable if that is something of value to you. now there are cons, albeit one that is just minor design issues. there is a little bit of a “gap” when you press down on the lead advance button, and it’s not really a dealbreaker to me but i feel like that could’ve been improved, and in general how sensitive the tip is but it’s at least retractable (still have to be careful with that). now the biggest con is the very high price, but i find it pays itself off since you wont be using any of those cheap almost disposable mechanical pencils that i myself used to use. and i hear a lot about how some engineering students and such have kept it for years. in short, this is a solid choice for a reliable, tough and nearly unbreakable pen (emphasis on nearly, but the retractability checks itself out) and if you’re willing to get by the high price, i think that this is a good choice for anyone that needs a rugged and reliable mechanical pencil.

I'm an amateur draftsman and this Rotring 800 is one of the few tools I take seriously enough to replace immediately if I ever lose one. The build quality is outstanding, with a full metal body that feels solid and balanced in the hand, and the retractable tip keeps it safe in the pocket without bending or damage. The twist-and-click mechanism is smooth and reliable, and the 0.7 mm lead advances with perfect control thanks to Rotring’s brass internals. It writes cleanly, feels precise, and handles ruler work without any obstruction thanks to the fixed sleeve. The grip is knurled just right, it's not too aggressive, but won’t slip. At just under fifty bucks, it's not cheap, and the color variety is lacking, but the value is absolutely there for something this durable and well-engineered. I only ever need a new one if I misplace it.

I bought 2 Rotring 800, 0.5mm mechanical pencils for drawing and note taking. I use these, as well as a number of the less expensive 500's with multiple colors of leads and keep them at hand in a 3D holder I designed and printed. The retractable barrel is brilliant as you can easily keep it in your pocket without retracting the lead (or poking holes in your shirt). The barrel extends with the lead exactly where you left it, which sounds like a small thing until you do it a few hundred times. The retraction mechanism is also easily managed with your writing hand (one-handed), and spring-loaded. The build quality is excellent, and I imagine that these are made to last a lifetime. The pencil is much heavier than the hybrid metal/plastic models, but I find the weight to be a major advantage for throwing steady lines and arcs, owing to the additional inertia. The "micro" knurling around the grip area is small enough to be comfortable, yet sharp enough to create a positive no-slip hold. The visibility around the point is perfect for precision drawing and also allows for accurate alignment when used with drawing tools (triangles, t-squares, circle and elipse templates, etc.). In terms of finish, I have read some criticism of the durability, and I have a couple of nicks here and there, but I would attribute this to my handling of the instrument and not a failing of the design. To me, it is minor and only adds to the character. If you want to keep this pencil pristine, then you should keep it in a holder and not loose in among other pencils or objects that will chip or mar the finish. That's part of why I designed and printed the holder - so that I could protect the pencil and have it close at hand. If someone knows of a better mechanical pencil. Please post a link to it!

As an engineering student I have had many, many mechanical pencils in the past. As I started getting into courses that required fine levels of detail in drawing schematics and also long sessions with a writing utensil in my hand I was on the look out for an end all, be all mechanical pencil. After having the pencil for nearly a year, it has become my most important tool aside from my calculator. This thing is a tank and I abuse it heavily. The construction is superb and extremely robust. The balance is perfect, and nearly exactly at the midpoint of the length of the pencil. The lead advancement is consistent and the clutch has never slipped on me at all. The striking good looks of the machine is just a bonus. Now, there are cons. The tip does wiggle ever so slightly, but I must be clear here, it does not effect precision in the slightest, it is purely a symptom of manufacturing tolerances and the fact that there are so many moving parts within the pencil. The wiggle can make an auditory clinking sound if you really listen but I quite like the noise, it reminds me that I am using a truly mechanical pencil and I like mechanical things... Many people report lead breakage as an issue yet I have never experienced lead breakage, even while using 0.5mm 2B lead (one of the weakest leads). The only major issue I ran into started two weeks ago when I realized that the twist mechanism was experiencing some major friction and it made it very hard for me to extend the head of the pencil. Keep in mind this issue arose a full 9 months after I purchased the pencil and used it heavily every single day. At first it was looking like a was going to have to find a new pencil but then I realized I had some 3-in-1 lubricating oil. I liberally applied oil to the seams of the mechanism and inside the mechanism and let it sit for a while before wiping off the excess oil. It now works better than it did the day I got it. This thing is truly a wonderful writing utensil and I highly recommend it to anyone who is looking for a precise, robust, and dedicated mechanical pencil. As a side note, there is noticeable patina/surface wear from using it so much but I very much like it. It reminds me how long I've had it and how trusty it has been.

NEW VERSION as of the 800+ release - Summer 2014 So they've really made a lot of changes to this pencil since they released the 800+ serious with the stylus tip, which the 800 is basically identical to, minus the stylus tip. First off, the internal barrel is 100% metal now so you don't have to worry about it breaking, hopefully. The tip fits SNUGGLY now. So it doesn't move anymore like the old models. I mean, the tip does wiggle ever so slightly if you grasp the writing tip with your fingers and move it around, but you'll never notice move while you're writing. Well, at least I don't anyway. All things considered, the tolerances are pretty great and there's almost an imperceptible amount of play that won't break your lead. So they did a good job. The click mechanism to extend the tip is solid and it doesn't seem like it will break anytime soon (hopefully). It gives kind of a dull thunk when you twist it into place. Also, it's spring loaded so when you want the tip to return to the retracted position, it does so with the aid of the spring after unclicking the tip from the extended position. I think it's pretty cool because it ensures the pencil stays in the retracted position while it's in your pocket. I've been using it for a few months and it has yet to break lead within the pencil. It's been very solid thus far and it's heavy, but not as heavy as the Rapid Pro. So it's great to write with and it doesn't hurt my hands. It's clear that this is a luxury item and it's built very well. I also really like the brass accents, which I get a lot of comments about. The balance on this thing is really nice. It just sits very well in the crook of my hand. I do wish the tip of the pencil was a bit further away from the grip, but that's just my personal preference. Overall, it's much better than the older versions. I'd definitely recommend buying it if you write constantly. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to comment.

First Rotring 800 I got pretty much crushed all the lead I put into it regardless of hardness after a few uses the lead with sheer apart inside the pencil. This wasn’t like the lead I was writing with breaking, this was like the lead inside the pencil fracturing into pieces will writing. I was able to get a replacement and have had a much better time using it since then. I really like the black color with the brass head and how the grip fills on all rotring products. Being able to retract the tip is nice, but I’m not sure I feel it’s worth the extra cost compared to a 600. I’ve seen other comments too about issues involving lead breaking in other people’s 800, and unsure if i got unlucky or if it’s a more prevalent issue with the pencil right now. Regardless if you get one that works, it’s a nice pencil, I do think there are a good competitive options out there though with more interesting functionality. If you like the minimalism of rotring though or the brand itself it’s a solid pencil.

I recently got tired of fighting my assortment of cheap plastic mechanical pencils and decided to throw them away and buy a new good-quality one. After considerable thought, I selected the ROtring 800 in 0.5mm. I haven't been disappointed. The ROtring's all-metal construction looks as though it'll stand up a long time. The slim body has a comforting weight and solidity to it and a firm, positive non-slip grip. The retraction mechanism is simple, smooth and positive — just twist the knurled section at the top — and leaves nothing vulnerable to damage exposed when retracted. There is an eraser under the black pushbutton, but let's face it, who uses the bad erasers on mechanical pencils? Do like the professionals do, buy a Staedtler-Mars refiller stick eraser and call it done. Most ROtring pencils come in 0.3mm, 0.5mm, and 0.7mm. You probably don't need the 0.3mm unless you're doing something like fine-detail drafting, and 0.3mm leads are terribly fragile in any case, but either the 0.5mm or the 0.7mm is a good choice for general-purpose use. I prefer the 0.5mm because I like a fine line, but for a bolder line you might prefer the 0.7mm. Don't cheap out on refill leads; the more expensive polymer leads are worth it many times over for the reduced lead breakage. What else is there to say? Its a ROtring. If that isn't enough, maybe you should buy one to find out why that name is so highly respected.

I received one of these as a gift two years ago, and absolutely loved it. I use it every day in my college classes, and it has held up very well, with only a little wear in the paint. It took a little while to get used to its weight, and there definitely is a small amount of play in the tip, but this is to be expected with a retractable pencil, and the movement is so minuscule that I have never noticed it, even when drawing. Also, the eraser that comes with the pencil is tiny, so if you are the sort of person that relies heavily on the in-built eraser for pencils, be prepared to buy replacements. After I was given this pencil, I bought five for several of my college friends, and they have all loved them. One friend is a particularly fidgety type, and will repetitively extend and retract the tip, which eventually led to the mechanism jamming. The pencil still functions, but its retractable feature is substantially stickier. I very seldom run into the problem of lead jamming within the pencil, as some of the worse reviews will complain, but when this happens, it is easy to fix it by simply holding down the top to loosen the feeding mechanism, and using the metal rod attached to the eraser to push the jammed lead free. I noticed that one of the top complaints about the pencil is that the lead breaks inside the barrel. This happens when the lead is extended too far (more than two mm) without support; I've had it happen numerous times when I'm in a hurry and don't pay attention to how far the lead sticks out. If you prefer having a substantial length of lead out for writing, either change the habit or don't use this pencil, because the lead will break repeatedly.

Molt bé.

The best of the best. Tad expensive!

Tak jak w tytule, kupiony na prezent, obdarowany miał nie tęgą minę, dostał przedmiot używany, w środku pudełko oceniłbym tak 3/5. Jeden rysik prawie wypisany (1 z 3), do tego na ołówku widać rdzę! Serio? Niezły "nowy" ołówek, pogadam z obdarowanym czy nie będzie chciał go zwrócić, bo to są jakieś nie zdrowe żarty. Żałuje tylko że zdjęcia nie zrobiłem. Najadłem się wstydu tylko, nieźle amazon.

Very nice pencil with 2b lead loaded. Is it worth the money? For me yes I write a lot and it gives me great pleasure using a quality tool

The pencil has a nice weight to it and it comfortable to hold. I like that I can retract the tip.