Pentel Sharp Kerry Mechanical Pencil (0.5mm), Pink Barrel, 1 Pencil (P1035P)

Background: I am a huge fan of the Pentel sharp Kerry. I actually used this mechanical pencil 10+ years ago when it was called the Pentel 5. Since then the name has changed, but the pencil is still of the same high quality. I currently own about 5-6 of these. I have neglected to write a review for this pencil for about 4 years now (orig purchased on amazon back in 2008). But I use it almost everyday that I believe it truly deserves a good review. So here goes... How it writes? Probably one of THE MOST smoothest mechanical pencils I have ever used. Call me a mechanical pencil geek, but I used to collect different mechanical pencils (ranging from several japanese mechanical pencils to more widely known "Dr. Grips" to test out how each one wrote. The sharp kerry was hands down my favorite. Because the construction of the pen is very solid, there the pencil is of perfect weight (not too light nor too heavy). Build of the pencil? Absolutely solid. As many of the other reviewers have mentioned, the pencil itself comes with a cap which can be attached on either end of the pen. Either the writing end or the eraser end. It is great that there is a refillable pentel eraser at end of the cap. I also feel that the pencil has great durability. The metal on it is not cheap shiny plastic, but rather strong metal. I actually dropped it on the floor a couple of times, yet still no scratches or dents. Aesthetics? One of the most beautiful pencils I have ever used. The metallic appearance of the pencil gives it a "executive look". I have gotten several complements from others- many of whom thought the pencil cost at least $50! Cons? Very few if any! My only grudge is that the small little silver caps can get lost. Not because it falls off easily, but rather if you misplace it when you are using the eraser. I have lost one of the silver caps (but totally my fault), but I am sure that Pentel sells replacement caps. Bottom line: If you are looking for a elegant and classy pencil that write very smoothly, this is definitely for you. Of note, Amazon now offers it for ~$12. When I bought these pencils several years ago it cost ~$20!

I had one in college ... went the mileage and lost it just after graduation. Had to buy another and continue to use it 18 years later. This one is headed to the university because I wasn't willing to give mine up. Why I love it? 1) Stainless steel body and cap give a good weight and great balance. 2) It's old school mechanical ... you can take it apart and clear broken lead from the inside springs and mechanism making the writing experience good as new. 3) It's RELIABLE ... did I mention old school mechanics that don't fail. Rarely have broken pieces of lead in it (even after dropping), and even if I do, the feed is lined up so well it pushes dead lead out with out having to pull it out or take it apart and re-feed new lead. 4) Standard lead sizes and easy to find eraser refills (although I prefer better erasers (e.g., Stadtler) so I don't use the one in the cap unless it's an emergency (i.e., in the case I can't find my separate eraser and HAVE to change something that I can't just cross out). 5) It has a cap that protects your lead and keeps it from breaking when you throw it in your backpack or bag. 6) It has a cap so that it doesn't snag, get caught, tear anything, or smear lead on homework/notes when it's in your backpack or bag 7) Styling -- looks suave and cool. It's cool and classy in the classroom and can go from the design meetings to the corporate meetings with the director and VPs ... and I still get to use my pencil without looking like a Sheldon! Issues with it? Ok, perfection doesn't exist ... but it doesn't mean I don't LOVE it! 1) The eraser is small ... I think I mentioned the standard small mechanical pencil erasers. Don't like them, never liked them, but they are standard so can at least easily find cheap refills. 2) Ok, when the cap is on the back of the pencil (and if you have small hands -- or aren't paying attention) AND are holding onto the cap end (not the barrel) AND advance the lead ... physics takes over. Yes, if you are not careful the pencil can possibly unhook from the cap and shoot/launch out of the cap. It's actually quite funny ... unless you sit in the front row of the class and almost hit your professor ... as he paces in front of you ... and has to protect himself ... Ok, 17 years later it's funny.

This pencil, hands down, is the best EDC pencil you'll ever own. The Sharp Kerry comes in a variety of commonly available lead sizes, and, simply, is a solid writing/sketching/messaging instrument. I have carried one version of this or another (think of the old all-metal Pentel 5) for the past 35 years, mostly in .5 or.7 lead size and they simply are the best. One of the best features is the design, specifically the cap, which not only protects the tip and the lead, but also save you from being skewered by your pencil when you drop it in a pants pocket to go somewhere. They have a nice weight in your hand and handle tasks from writing to sketching to design without a hitch. How would I compare the older versions of Pentel's capped pencils with the modern ones? The modern ones such as the Sharp Kerry have evolved well. They are light, rugged and reliable and those are very good qualities. Pentel stayed true to one of their best-designed products and updated only is it needed to be updated versus adding meaningless features that hinder, rather than help the product. The modern version come in colors too, a handy thing if most of your EDC carry accessories are the same uniform color as all you gear, making it things challenge to find sometimes. Sure, you have lot of options out there. But don't pass this one up. It'll soon become your favorite too.

Already have the .7mm but needed something finer for notes in my bible. This .5mm fits the bill and stylishly, too.

El lapicero tiene un diseño bonito y elegante. Aunque la parte inferior es de plástico todo lo demás es de metal. Me gustó mucho.

色がとても綺麗でかっこいいです。

Muy buen obsequio

Very nice pencil. I already have one for many years. This one was for a gift. The person is very happy. Color is great.

Well balanced, just the right weight, delightful to use. Until I bought this one, I'd always used a Rotring, this is now my new favourite because it feels lovely and has a lid which protects the business end when it's in my pocket. 'Never did figure out why those really nice Rotrings don't have something similar, maybe I'll go back to them when they do. Happy scribbling!!