Tombow Mono Graph Mechanical Pencil Clear 0.5mm

Tombow Mono Graph Mechanical Pencil Clear 0.5mm

The Tombow Mono Graph Mechanical Pencil in Clear combines Japanese precision engineering with an exposed, transparent skeleton aesthetic. Designed for students, designers, architects, and daily note-taking enthusiasts, this 0.5mm pencil incorporates Tombow's acclaimed dual-action lead feed mechanism: simply give the pencil a gentle vertical shake to advance lead smoothly without shifting your hand grip, or press the pocket clip downward. For secure storage and travel, sliding the clip upward locks the internal shaker weight, preventing unintentional lead advance inside pencil cases or backpacks.

Equipped with a fixed 4mm metallic drafting sleeve, this pencil provides an unobstructed line of sight against straightedges, drafting templates, and rulers for clean, sharp linework. The top of the transparent barrel houses a full-sized, refillable twist-up Tombow MONO eraser providing roughly 1.8cm of premium, non-abrasive erasing compound. With balanced weight distribution and ergonomic barrel contours, the Clear 0.5mm Mono Graph delivers reliable, fatigue-free comfort for all your writing and sketching tasks.

Key Features

• Dual-Action Lead Advancement: Shake the pencil vertically to feed lead effortlessly, or press the pocket clip down for traditional click advance.
• Shake-Lock Safety Clip: Push the clip upward to lock the shaker weight and prevent accidental lead extension during transport.
• Refillable Twist-Up MONO Eraser: Integrated high-grade Tombow MONO vinyl eraser extends and retracts smoothly with a twist of the top collar.
• 4mm Precision Drafting Sleeve: Fixed metallic guide pipe ensures superior visibility against rulers, templates, and drafting straightedges.
• Clear Skeleton Finish: Pure transparent barrel displays the internal mechanism and adds contemporary Japanese minimalist appeal.

Specifications

• Brand: Tombow
• Series: Mono Graph Clear Color Series
• Model Number: DPA-138A
• Body Color: Clear (Transparent Skeleton)
• Lead Diameter: 0.5 mm
• Mechanism: Shaker Mechanism & Clip Knock Mechanism with Shake-Lock
• Guide Pipe Length: 4.0 mm fixed sleeve
• Eraser Component: Twist-up MONO eraser (Refill model: ER-MG)
• Country of Origin: Japan

Frequently Asked Questions

• How does the shaker lead advance work on the Mono Graph? Inside the pencil barrel is an internal brass weight. A gentle vertical shake slides the weight down against the clutch mechanism, extending the 0.5mm lead without shifting your hand grip.
• How do I prevent the pencil from extending lead inside my bag? Push the pocket clip upward until it clicks into the locked position. This disengages the shaker weight so movement during travel will not feed lead.
• Can I advance the lead using the clip instead of shaking? Yes, pressing the pocket clip downward functions as a standard push-button click mechanism to advance the lead normally.
• What eraser refills fit this pencil? This pencil utilizes authentic Tombow ER-MG replacement erasers. Simply twist the top holder to remove the spent eraser and insert a fresh refill.
• What lead refills are recommended for this pencil? Any standard 0.5mm mechanical pencil lead works perfectly, such as Tombow Mono-WX or high-polymer Japanese 0.5mm leads in HB, B, or 2B hardness.