Zebra's M-402
Zebra's M-402 mechanical pencil is an excellent example of modern simplicity and exceptional design. The executive style stainless steel barrel is complimented by bold typography and a sleek, yet substantially tactile, rubber grip. This is one of the strongest barrels I have ever owned. The M-402 takes standard 0.5mm lead and is refillable through the rear cap that (when removed) reveals a Zebra #83211 eraser, which (when removed) reveals a compartment for the lead. For a $50* mechanical this is obviously expected and required! While critically acclaimed in our decade we can only hope that generation past and future will continue to appreciate the fine Japanese craftsmanship. Its weakest point is the shirt clip which I find to be a disappointment in strength comparatively to the barrel.
Features: Stainless Steel Barrel
Sturdy Rubber Grip
Refillable with 0.5mm Lead
Shirt Clip
Model #: 59210AMZ
*while it can be found cheaper the MSRP is $55.49
8/10
JAD Cast Episode 3 of Season 2 Out Now
Hey Everyone!
JAD Cast was thinking about you just as you should have been thinking about JAD Cast! Episode Three is available for download now! It was actually available a week ago so this post is obviously belated and will be shortly replaced by yet another lead pencil!
We had a lot of things to talk about relating to the Holiday seasons and all. Always keep your eyes peeled for new JAD Cast Episodes!
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Matured "Mistsu-Bishi" 9800 *B*
Here is a "Matured "Mistsu-Bishi" 9800 *B*" pencil. From the marking of the company's "Established 1887" we can presume that this was likely a promotional pencil for the Mitsubishi Pencil Company, who now specializes in the production of the "uni-ball" brand of pens; they should not be associated with the "Mitsubishi Group", despite their identical logo. This particular pencil is in a dark, almost "forest", green. The serial number is 07Ak954.
Specifications:
"Matured" to a prime age
It is stamped with the "General Writing" category (due to it's *B* class medium density lead)
Classic Hexagonal shaping
Basic writing comfort
6/10
-Jamie A.M.
JAD Cast Season 2 Episode 2 is Now available!
This is a great episode. We had a lot of fun getting back into the groove of things. On the hot plate this month: some 90s music, weird gym people, strange encounters, our favourite iPhone and iPod apps including ones that don't exist, and some awesome things we remember from childhood.
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Staedtler Polo 0.5 776
Here is a beautiful specimen of a mechanical pencil circa, approximately, 1987-88. I am thinking it used to be much more of a "Staedtler Blue" but it seems to have faded with excessive ultraviolet radiation. Nevertheless, I just found it in my collection of pens and pencils and it was too retro and awesome not to spread to the world. Lead is held very securely. It is light, yet very durable and comfortable. Basic features including: Shirt Clip
Sturdy Eraser Cap
Rigid Guide Tube
Perforated Grip Zone
Excellent Writing Control 10 / 10
Sturdy Eraser Cap
Rigid Guide Tube
Perforated Grip Zone
Excellent Writing Control 10 / 10
-Jamie A.M.
JAD Cast Season Two is HERE!
JAD Cast is BACK! Our new season is in the RSS airwaves and itunes! Download it now, and listen to Episode One of Season 2!
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