Marie's 5.6mm Metal Mechanical Pencil Set

Marie's 5.6mm Metal Mechanical Pencil Set

Marie's 5.6mm Metal Mechanical Pencil Set is an essential sketching and shading instrument engineered for fine artists, illustrators, and architects. Combining a heavyweight brass clutch mechanism with an ergonomically contoured aluminum barrel, this heavy-duty lead holder provides unparalleled balance and stability in hand. Each set includes a robust 5.6mm clutch pencil and a protective pack of six 4B soft graphite leads, delivering rich, velvety marks, dynamic tonal gradients, and expressive broad strokes ideal for gestural life drawing, charcoal sketching, and technical layout work.

Key Features

• Heavy-Duty 5.6mm Clutch Mechanism: Durable brass four-jaw clutch securely grips thick 5.6mm graphite or charcoal leads without slipping under heavy pressure.
• Solid Metal Body Construction: Balanced aluminum and brass barrel provides comfortable heft, tactile control, and long-lasting durability for studio work.
• Includes 6pcs 4B Graphite Leads: Comes packaged with six extra-soft 4B graphite refills (5.6mm x 114mm) for rich, dark shadows and smooth blending.
• Versatile Artistic Performance: Ideal for rapid figure sketching, architectural rendering, shading large surface areas, and fine technical line work.
• Integrated Sharpener in Knock Cap: Push-button top cap doubles as a convenient lead pointer to quickly sharpen blunt graphite points anywhere.

Specifications

• Brand: Marie's
• Model: G873256
• Lead Size: 5.6 mm (length 114 mm)
• Included Leads: 6 pieces of 4B soft graphite lead
• Mechanism: Drop-clutch push-button mechanism
• Barrel Material: Machined aluminum and brass
• Pencil Length: 142 mm
• Country of Origin: China

Frequently Asked Questions

• What type of leads can this clutch pencil hold?
  The pencil accommodates standard 5.6mm artistic drawing leads, including soft and hard graphite grades, charcoal sticks, and sepia drawing leads up to 114 mm in length.
• How does the drop-clutch mechanism work?
  Depressing the top knock button opens the four-jaw brass collet, allowing the lead to drop forward or slide back freely to your desired extension length.
• How do you sharpen the 5.6mm lead tip?
  Unscrew or remove the top push cap, which houses an integrated metal sharpener, insert the lead tip, and gently twist to achieve a sharp point.
• Is this pencil suitable for detailed drawing as well as shading?
  Yes, the 5.6mm lead can be sharpened to a fine point for precise contour lines or angled onto its broad side for expressive tonal washes and crosshatching.
• Does the pencil feel heavy during extended drawing sessions?
  The pencil features a well-distributed center of gravity that rests comfortably against the hand, reducing finger strain while providing substantial tactile feedback.