Faber-Castell TK 9400 propelling pencil, 2.0 mm, hardness grade HB

This mechanical pencil with thick 2.0 mm lead can be sharpened to your liking, ideal for drawing and sketching.⁠‌‌‌‍‌‌‌‌‌‍‌‍‌‍‍‌‌‍‌‌‌‌‌‌‍‌‍‍‍‌‌‍‌‍‌‌‌‌‍‍⁠ The hexagonal shape with grip ridges sits nicely in the hand, while the strong lead clamp holds the lead firmly.⁠‌‌‌‍‌‌‌‌‌‍‌‍‌‍‍‌‌‍‌‌‌‌‌‌‍‌‍‍‍‌‌‍‌‍‌‌‌‌‍‍⁠

When do you need a 2.0 mm mechanical pencil?
A mechanical pencil with a 2.0 mm lead diameter is ideal for technical drawing, sketching and situations where you want to draw thick, bold lines. This size offers more coverage than thin mechanical pencils and is perfect for architects, designers and anyone making detailed drawings where lines need to be clearly visible.

Why the hexagonal shape with grip grooves works
The hexagonal barrel with ergonomic grip grooves ensures the pencil doesn't slip out of your fingers during extended use. This shape gives you more control when working with precision and prevents hand fatigue. The sturdy construction makes this mechanical pencil suitable for intensive use.

Individually sharpenable lead for optimal results
The HB grade offers a perfect balance between hardness and softness, suitable for both writing and drawing. A major advantage is that you can sharpen the 2.0 mm lead individually to the desired shape - pointed for details or blunt for wider lines. The powerful lead grip holds the lead firmly in place during use.

Practical tip for replacement leads
For this mechanical pencil, use TK-Minen 9071 replacement leads. Always keep spare leads to hand, especially for longer drawing projects. The 145 mm length makes this pencil comfortable to hold without feeling too short or too long.