600 Mechanical Pencil, 0.5 mm, Black - Perfect for Writing, Drafting, Engineering, Architecture Professionals

A Thing Of Beauty: The Rotring 600 0.5mm ....:::::: U P D A T E - Y E A R T W O ::::::.... I love the Rotring 600 so much, I am actually updating a review. I don't think that I've ever done that. Anyway, my initial 5 star review was a glowing, no doubt about it, buy this pencil now type of review. Well after 2 years of literal daily use it still looks new (check the pic, i put an updated one out there). Along with my AIN Stein 4B (Mmmmm Dark and soft...) lead, this pencil has been amazingly consistent. It's never had a lead jam. The tip is still straight (I have been extremely careful too.) There is nothing negative that I could say about this pencil. Multiple Pentel Graphgears, Kuru Toga's and even an Alvin Draftmatic all tried their best to unseat King Rotring. All failed. There are very few sure things in this world. But I know what to expect when I pick up the 600.... [original review] Finally got my Rotring 600 0.5mm. With all the problems that I’ve read about with the Rotring 800+, it seems that the 600 is the way to go. Before the Rotring arrived, the Pentel Graph Gear 1000 was my current favorite pencil that I own. On its arrival, the Rotring delegated it to 2nd place before I could even get the pencil completely out of its box (excellent packaging, is just one of many "little things" this product gets right) .It is everything that I hoped it would be. The Black Rotring 600 is easily to coolest looking mech pencil out there. It has an ominous Darth Vader-y feeling to it. To say it’s solidly built is an understatement. Quality German industrial design and construction. You think it looks good though, its performance is even better. The balance is PERFECT for my writing style. It feels so much better than anything else that I have tried before. No wobble at all in the tip. A nice crisp, audible click for lead extension. Signs of good craftsmanship are noted sometimes by the little, almost unnoticed aspects of design. Like the 600’s lead grade indicator. It would be fine if this were just a part of the pencil that indicated the type of lead inside the pencil. But the Rotring takes it a step further making this portion of the pencil knurled metal (same as the grip employs) and tops it like a cherry with its iconic red ring "logo". So yes, it's a lead grade indicator... A lead grade indicator WITH STYLE! Is this a requirement? Certainly not, but it’s these little touches that make me appreciate the thought and care that went into this pencils design. I’m not going to get into a bulleted list of pro's and con's, simply because there are no cons. I can't find one thing negative about this product. I love the reviews that say "the non-retractable tip is fragile" and then proceed to ding it a star. I'm sorry, but it's obvious that this is a finely engineered product, a certain amount of care is required. Because you are careless enough to drop it is not Rotrings fault. Take proper care, and your tip won't get bent. Simple. (Of course, I have now jinxed myself so that by the end of the day, I’m fairly certain that I will have dropped mine by days end). In such cases, it’s comforting to know you can get a replacement tip for around 11 bucks. Other people say, "The eraser is crappy". Guess what Skippy, every eraser in every mechanical pencil sucks. EVERY one. If you use a mechanical pencil without having a dedicated eraser at the ready (my personal fav is the Uniball Boxy, it's also very Darth Vader-y) you won't using mechanical pencils for much longer. It's just something that you have to do when using a mechanical pencil. Bottom line. While the Rotring 600 0.5mm is a very expensive pencil. It's worth every penny in my opinion. I can't say it any better than the Amazon product description does: "An iconic tool, meant for a lifetime of use." Now I need to grab the silver one so I have a pair right??....

Excellent mechanical pencil. It's heavy and feels substantial in hand, which I find helps with writing / note taking. Be careful of drops, since that weight could be a disadvantage if dropped directly on the point. I have others - Pentels (several models), and Uni Togas and those are fine - but they are very light in comparison to this model. This one lets me write longer with less fatigue - in short it makes the writing more enjoyable. Well worth the price to me. The leads are quality too - though I will probably refill with Pentel Ain .5 2B. Cons - well, dropping it could be a problem. The leads are held in by the eraser, which is pretty common. A little pricey for a pencil so if you tend to lose them, maybe consider that.

This is absolutely the best mechanical pencil I have ever written with. I have many, many, mechanical pencils, as this is a hobby of mine. This is my favorite to use in most situations. The barrel is made of high quality, enameled brass, and is a high quality, professional grade instrument. PROs: - Superior quality. It is so pleasurable to write with. It feels amazing in-hand. - Precision and line co trol are unmatched, with longer lead sleeve and fantastic, knurled grip. - The click action is rock-solid with no play or slip. Perfection. CONS: - The lead sleeve is NOT retractable, and would bend/snap if dropped on its tip. Not likely repairable. - This lack of a retracting point and subsequent risk of breakage if dropped makes it less ideal for every day/pocket carry. I tend to leave it at my desk. OVERALL: I love this pencil and would buy another one if this one were lost or broken. It's just that good. Drop the $20, buy some 2B or 3B leads and never look back.

Have used & owned many instruments in the Rotring line from Fountain Pens to Mech. Pencils since the early 1980's. Everything produced by Rotring is lovely, lasting, and (mostly) practical. Nothing too over-the-top luxurious, but functionally with grace & that great, quintessential "German-Industrial" look. However, some models of Rotring Mech. Pencils are "more perfect" than others... and the 600 - 0.5mm is pure perfection. (I once purchased a 500 by mistake and it simply cannot compare with the 600.) Ticks all the boxes on my list: Quality build, Black matte colour, Lead Hardness indicator, built-in eraser, knurled grip, and most of all: perfect balance and heft. Two Cons: •The finish on these newer 600's do tend to chip though, unlike my black matte Rotings purchased a decade or more ago. • Dislike the odd opening at the top of the eraser cap. I simply do not understand its function/purpose. My older Rotrings all have closed eraser caps. The opening only allows for dirt & dust to enter and settle on the eraser. But truly, this is a minor imperfection... barely worth the mention. Aside from the above, this mech. pencil is one I use daily for every application from art/sketching, making notes in my planner, to notating music scores. I own 5 Rotring black matte 600's, each filled with different lead grades ("3B" to "B"), my fav "all-purpose" lead being "2B". (The UNI Nano brand, BTW. After using these top-quality leads you'll never look again at those Pentel blister packaged leads sold in all stores). Today I placed my order for a 6th black matte 600. If satisfaction can be judged by repeat purchasing, count me 600-satisfied x 6! Thanks for reading, -CC, Amazon Prime Member-Reviewer

As a student who takes notes by hand and uses pencils all the time at work, this is a beauty. I was looking for a nice, high quality mechanical pencil that I could use for a long time. I much prefer 0.5mm diameter leaded pencils for their crisper, cleaner writing ability, but my heavy-handed writing style meant I was frequently breaking the leads and wasting money. This pencil solves both those issues. The weight is perfect, feeling more like a nice, full-metal pen than a pencil, and the weight allows me to lighten up on my pressure while still delivering a legible line. I've gotten numerous compliments on it when I lend it to people, and I'm not too worried about losing it either due to its reasonably low price. The erasers are smooth, dense, and very efficient at removing marks without leaving too many tiny shavings to brush off. The shavings typically roll up well and are easily picked up after. Enough rambling, here's a list: Pros: - Full metal construction means a very solid feel - Knurled metal barrel is very tactile and allows a good grip even when hands get sweaty - Black powdercoated exterior is resistant to scratches (I even put this in the same pocket as my keys - no scratches yet!) - Eraser is great, easily removing marks without leaving tiny shavings on the paper - Eraser holder easily slides in and out, but doesn't clamp the eraser when removed, making adjusting the length easy and quick - Eraser can be used easily, with pressure, without extending the leads further - Rotating lead hardness marker means you never have to guess which lead is in your pencil - Clip is firm and easily holds on to your shirt or coat pocket, meaning it won't fall out if you lean over - Inside barrel is aluminum (not plated), and holds a lot of lead, so you can leave the refill container at home - Black powdercoated surface looks professional and would fit in even in the most formal of workplaces Cons: - From what I've heard, the extended silver tip on the end is easily broken if the pencil is dropped - Lending this out can be dangerous, people won't want to give it back! Overall, I'm extremely happy with this pencil. rOtring has transformed the pencil from a tool used by high schoolers into a writing utensil that you can be proud to carry, as it looks professional and feels the part as well. rOtring has earned a customer for life with this tool. I can't recommend it enough.

My first one was stolen, so I got a second one. Great product, writes well, doesn't jam. All brass. Only problem is that if you drop it on the tip, it microscopically bends. The lead still comes out right but it just visually annoying if you look at it from an angle.

This mechanical pencil is awesome, very light and comfortable in the hand.

Words can not even begin to describe just how beautiful this is, you would not think something as mundane as a mechanical pencil could make your jaw drop in awe, but this sure does. I wasn't sure if I would be as blown away on first impressions as many of the other reviews implied, but as soon as I opened the Amazon envelope and saw the packaging I was in love. Very, *very* few products can completely amaze you before you even open the box it comes in, but I almost did not want to open it. Sure it is just a paper triangle, but the finish and printing is impeccable, everything is flawlessly aligned and the ink is raised for that incredible high quality feel. Opening the box you are greeted by two leaflets detailing the other rOtring models and a short paragraph in German with the history of the company. After you lift up the pencil you receive the same text in English and simply do not want to set it down. Looking over it as closely as I can, there is not a single imperfection that I can complain about. The lead grade indicator being knurled metal like the grip is also simply an amazing detail. Hell, the eraser cap is made of metal as well, almost any other company would make it out of plastic to save a few pennies, but it even has the same sparkly black finish to it and just resonates with beauty. Even the eraser retainer is made of metal, and unscrewing it and opening it up you find that quite a bit of the internals are made of metal as well. It is genuinely a marvel to behold. I purchased a Pentel GraphGear 1000 at the same time, and while it is a very nice pencil on its own, it just is not even in the same league. The rOtring just makes all of its small imperfections you would not otherwise notice standout like a sore thumb. This pencil just speaks volumes towards good engineering and design. Just because something is highly functional and well built does not mean it can not be absolutely gorgeous as well, I want to go back and lower everything else I've rated 5 stars down just because nothing can compare to the perfection that this is. Does spending over $20 on a mechanical pencil sound insane? It did before I held this in my hand, and I would pay double and still feel as though that were too cheap.

A rOtring 600 tem o corpo metálico hexagonal clássico, bem resistente e confortável na mão, além de um mecanismo super preciso. O peso dela passa uma sensação de qualidade e dá bastante controle tanto pra desenho quanto pra escrita no dia a dia. É uma lapiseira feita pra durar muitos anos.

傷が付きやすい。

I am really happy with it so far, although it’s much smaller than i previously thought. Insides are mostly plastic, while everything else is metal. Didn’t have any issues with dropping it and braking a tip, you just gotta be careful. Doesn’t shake, etc, makes satisfying click noise when extending a lead. Just feels really industrial and like a real engineering tool, which i think, it is. Clip is removable, although i enjoy using it so it stays on. Oh and also, a rubber is really really tiny, and as i understand, expensive, so just better use a separate rubber. I think that is pretty much everything important here.

Reseña escrita por un nuevo cliente de la marca Rotring. Este elegante lápiz mecánico está hecho de latón en su totalidad, por lo que se siente pesado en comparación con otros de su clase. El agarre texturizado bajo, peso y grosor del lápiz hacen cómodo su uso, mientras que la guía de puntilla no es retráctil, lo cual puede ser inadecuado en ciertas circunstancias, pero es útil para cuidar la puntilla y utilizar herramientas de dibujo técnico. Además, cuenta con un indicador de dureza de puntilla justo entre el botón y el clip, el cual está pegado al cuerpo del lápiz, y un borrador pequeño. Viene en embalaje ligero de cartón con alusiones a la marca. Al ser de grosor fino (0.5 mm), hay que tomar precauciones en su uso para evitar quebrar las puntillas, sobre todo las blandas (B en adelante). Aún así, la experiencia en la escritura es fantástica, sobre todo con la puntilla y papel adecuados. Vale la pena invertir en un lápiz como éste. Ampliamente recomendado.

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