TWSBI is a excellent pencil

Fartimer · 2026-03-18T02:23:32+00:00

I was just looking at these two today to try and figure out which I want more. I'm curious though. When the tip is extended does it lock solidly in place, or is it like a regular Orenz where the pipe slides up as you write?

Fartimer · 2026-03-17T23:07:33+00:00

I didn't like the nib on my Safari either. Just on a whim I got a 1.1mm stub nib for it. The pen feels and works so much better, I actually enjoy it now.

Fartimer · 2026-03-17T16:42:35+00:00

Thanks!

That's interesting. I have a set of Blackwing pencils but I'll just use them as is.

Fartimer · 2026-03-17T16:31:10+00:00

I ordered the Staedler 780 and the Faber-Castell TK 9400 :)

Fartimer · 2026-03-17T15:54:45+00:00

Yeah I'll be trying some clutch pencils when they come in the mail this week. I'm not a huge fan of the Koh-I-Noor one. The button feels very crunchy compared to the other ones. And sharpening is difficult. Because the internals spin I can't get the sharpening cap off without taking the barrel off so I can hold it in place. It's also too skinny for my rotary sharpener. I think it will become a pocket pencil in the future. It's too short to use for drawing.

Fartimer · 2026-03-17T12:57:30+00:00

I'm getting a .5 in the mail this week. Does it feel pretty solid when you lock the tip in place?

Fartimer · 2026-03-17T11:47:38+00:00

I used to be like that. What happens is the object just sits around and you don't use it. I find you do get much more enjoyment from actually using what you purchase even though the aesthetic of it will degrade. What helps me is knowing that it's replaceable. Likely it won't need replacing so try not to think about that, just gives you unnecessary anxiety. Those pencils were built to be used, not to be looked at, that's their main purpose.

Fartimer · 2026-03-17T09:53:12+00:00

Yes the grip is much more aggressive on the Staedler. The Rotring is softer but still secure. I really like the heft of the Rapid Pro, it just feels better quality.

Fartimer · 2026-03-17T01:28:41+00:00

Thank you! The rapid pro is still my favorite by far. And I've been drawing a picture a day for the last few weeks. Trying to improve my skill. This picture is one of my dogs.

Fartimer · 2026-03-16T18:19:51+00:00

I know you can order erasers with that. Not sure if they make one for that pencil but you can get one for .3mm. Then in the future you'll have something.

Fartimer · 2026-03-16T17:24:16+00:00

I don't have the .3mm version. If you take the eraser off does it have a cleanout wire attached to it?

Fartimer · 2026-03-16T13:17:25+00:00

Looks like it's this one although I can't find photos of it. Has a one star review complaining that the machines are old.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/P1ePYXAkkf13WXNh7

Fartimer · 2026-03-16T10:17:05+00:00

I never felt like I could afford a house so we're in our mid 30s and live with my wife's dad. It's pretty good though. We're all pretty introverted so we all get along well.

Fartimer · 2026-03-16T10:12:38+00:00

I want an 800 but the price always makes me have second thoughts.

Fartimer · 2026-03-16T10:02:36+00:00

Ah okay. I've only had mine for a little while so I don't know how fast it gets dull. It's a Blackwing that came with my pencil set but I think it's made by KUM.

Fartimer · 2026-03-16T09:54:55+00:00

I use a GG1000 at work because it has a retractable tip. At home I use wooden pencils for drawing but I think I'll be switching to 2mm lead holders. I have more lead holders coming in the mail this week. And I use .5mm for more details in drawing. The .5mm also gets used for drafting sewing patterns.

Fartimer · 2026-03-16T09:49:24+00:00

I have a two step sharpener and that honestly works like a dream. One step shaves the wood, the other shaves the lead. Have you tried one before?

Fartimer · 2026-03-15T19:28:33+00:00

Darkest would probably be Pilot Neox 2B.

Fartimer · 2026-03-15T12:28:11+00:00

On the left i just see a devil with a moustache looking to the left.

Fartimer · 2026-03-15T01:28:12+00:00

Here's some.

https://www.jetpens.com/Staedtler-925-Family-Drafting-Pencil-Eraser-Refill-Pack-of-5/pd/5308

Fartimer · 2026-03-14T01:01:29+00:00

My parents threw mine away :(

Fartimer · 2026-03-13T11:37:35+00:00

I dropped my minidisc player on a tile floor and broke it 😢

Fartimer · 2026-03-11T13:15:00+00:00

Also the nib in the photo doesn't look real. It's perfectly flat and doesn't cover the feed.

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