Uni M5-452 Kuru Toga Mechanical Pencil,Pipe Slide 0.5 mm Black

Uni M5-452 Mechanical Pencil Kurutoga Pipe Slide Model 0.5mm, Black Body (M54521P.33)

In addition to the popular Kuru Toga lead rotation mechanism, this Pipe Slide pencil features a sliding lead sleeve that protects the lead as you write. As you write and the lead gets shorter, the sleeve (guide pipe) slides into the pencil, getting shorter along with the lead.

Mechanical pencil
Kurutoga Series
Lead rotation mechanism
Core diameter is 0.5mm
The core is difficult to break for pipe slide system

 What is a Kuru Toga Pipe Slide Mechanical Pencil?

A Kuru Toga Pipe Slide Mechanical Pencil is a type of mechanical pencil that is designed to rotate the lead as you write, ensuring that the lead wears down evenly and maintains a consistent thickness. This feature helps to prevent the lead from becoming too sharp or too dull, resulting in a smoother writing experience. Additionally, the "Pipe Slide" feature refers to the mechanism used to advance the lead, which is said to be more reliable and durable compared to traditional mechanical pencils.

What is special about Kuru Toga?
The Kuru Toga is a mechanical pencil designed by Uni Mitsubishi that has a unique rotating mechanism which continually rotates the lead as you write, resulting in a consistently sharp point. This helps to prevent the lead from becoming flat on one side and producing varying line widths. It's a popular choice among artists and students who want precise and consistent lines in their drawings and notes.