Cross Gold Filled Mechanical Pencil

Great lead supply for my mechanical pencil. These are very thick and so far, not a single has broken even when I extend a bit. Very happy with these lead refills.

I purchased both the 10mm and 11mm Artisans and found the 11mm definitely sharper when comparing lettering at 400% on a calendar in a room shot, however at 4 inches the 10mm was amazing. Purely by accident while shooting tests with the 10mm with the Lumix S1r I focused the camera on a pad of paper I had written notes on in pencil. Along side of the pad were 8 or so new Dixon pencils with gold stamped lettering all sitting on a dining room table cluttered with computers etc. At f8 with the lens so close the background dropped beautifully, but what astounded me was the detail of the lead pencil writing on the paper the the gold leaf stamping on the pencils. Photo had Color, contrast and even a bit of micro detail in the paper texture and writing. Based on this and other tests, this is a great lens for very closeup experimental work. Colors are accurate and vibrant. Lens is seemingly well corrected for this type of work with Capture one correcting purple fringes. For room shots and sharpness stick with 11mm unless you need the extra angle.

I've already filled one up, this is my second...

Cross-conversion... wirelessly. We're talking cross, wirelessly. Stellar. I own two of these units. I like that the One transmitter can link to any amount of receivers when paired. Huge. Great size, weight, and impressive plug n' play functionality, and perfect 1/4 29 mounting options. Almost too easy... they pair THEMSELVES. The app allows you to monitor the video signal on your phone, record the feed, and allows you to "draw on the screen grabs" for notations. Wow. The range in these is great in challenging environments. I'm impressed. Dislikes : one A/C power supply per pair. Guys?! C'mon, if I didn't have ample SONY batts, I'd be in a jam. Ummm.... the price! I got these on the daily Deal Zone and paid $420 or so.... anything more, I would probably still make that leap based on knowing what I know now. If you need it, grab it. - Brian A.

Nice pencil.

The best mechanical hard drive I had ever used.

It filled my need perfectly and B&H got it to quickly!

Filled my requirements

I never realized I could be such an artist. This pencil can do it all.

I have never owned an Apple Pencil but I do not know that I would need one after using this one.