Shop drafting pencils and leads for technical drawing, engineering, architecture, sketching, drafting, and design applications. From precision mechanical drafting pencils to traditional woodcase drawing pencils, graphite leads, lead holders, sharpeners, and accessories, these tools help create accurate lines, controlled shading, and consistent drawing performance for students and professionals alike.
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0.7mm Mechanical Pencil Lead
Pentel$0.98 - $1.75For paper surfaces, formulated with polymer resin bonded to carbon and graphite particles that never need sharpening. These leads break less, last longer, write smoother and produce dense black lines that resist smearing and fading.Features: Pentel... -
Tech DA 2mm Lead Holder
Alvin Drafting$7.50Alvin's Tech Lead Holder Mechanical Pencil showcases a rugged plastic barrel with knurled finger grip and a pocket clip that houses a spring-loaded lead release.Features: Four-way vise-grip jaw Rugged plastic barrel Knurled finger grip Pocket... -
Traditional Mechanical Pencils
Pacific Arc$3.40The Traditional Fine Line Mechanical Pencil from Pacific Arc is a terrific basic tool that has all the classic features.Features: Available in four sizes: 0.3mm, 0.5mm, 0.7mm & 0.9mmKnurled plastic gripPocket clipEraser under the cap Barrel Colors: 0... -
Excaliber Mechanical Pencil
Alvin & Co.$3.20This sleek design of brushed aluminum triangular shaped barrel molds into your hand for smooth writing or detailed work. The all-aluminum barrel has a stainless steel front cone, clip and removable cap unveiling a white eraser.Features: For us with 0... -
Mega Duo Pencil Sharpener
Cretacolor$4.90The Cretacolor Mega Duo Sharpener is a double-hole sharpener that is compatible with both traditional and jumbo-sized pencils and colored pencils. A portable, convenient artist's tool, it sharpens pencils with diameters up to 10 mm, and collects the... -
Three Hole Pencil Sharpener
Faber-Castell$5.85Three-hole metal sharpener for pencil, pastel pencil or jumbo pencils. Shavings are stored in a cleanable reservoir. -
2mm Drawing Leads - 12/Tube
Alvin & Co.$8.90** DISCONTINUED - Available While Supplies Last ** Premium imported 2mm refill drawing leads, offering exceptional quality and durability. Features: Uniform in texture and time-tested under rigid standards. Can be used with any standard lead holder... -
All-Metal 2mm Lead Holder
Pacific Arc$11.90Crafted from solid steel: it has the look and heft of years past.Features: All metal construction Degree indicator Pocket clip Pointer in cap Sharpen the point with a rotary lead holder or sandpaper pad (each sold separately) Use... -
KS Manual Classroom Pencil Sharpener
X-Acto$19.80Engineered for everyday dependability, the KS Manual Pencil Sharpener is built to meet the demands of high-volume environments. The classic classroom sharpener, the KS Manual utilizes dual hardened helical cutters to efficiently sharpen pencils to fine... -
Orenz 1-Click Mechanical Pencil
Pentel$6.55Click only once to extend the unique Super Sliding Sleeve and keep writing until the sleeve fully retracts then click only once again.Features: Click only once to extend the unique Super Sliding Sleeve and keep writing until the sleeve fully... -
Scott B/2 2mm Lead Holder
Alvin Drafting$5.40Transparent plastic barrel features a pocket clip and spring-loaded lead release.Features: For use with 2mm lead Pocket Clip Four-way vise-grip jaw holds 2mm lead securely. Gravity-fed lead release Supplied with one lead.Available in... -
0.9mm Mechanical Pencil Lead
Pentel$0.98 - $1.75For paper surfaces, formulated with polymer resin bonded to carbon and graphite particles that never need sharpening. These leads break less, last longer, write smoother and produce dense black lines that resist smearing and fading.Features: Pentel... -
5.6mm Graphite Lead
Cretacolor$14.50BulletsFeatures: Perfect for covering large areasSmooth StrokesFull pigmentationProfessional qualityUse with a holder to keep your hands clean while creatingAvailable in 2B, 4B, 6B6 Leads per packDescriptionIntended for use by artists and draftsmen... -
760 Triangular Mechanical Drafting Pencils
Staedtler$7.50The 760 Series Mechanical Pencil has an ergonomic triangular shape for relaxed and easy writing. Features: Available in three tip sizes: 0.5mm, 0.7mm or 1.3mmErgonomic triangular shape for relaxed and easy writingNon-slip rubber grip zoneMetal clip,... -
Aluminum Pencil Lengtheners - 3/Pack
Alvin Drafting$8.20This handy tool provides balance and control when pencils get too short, saving money by extending the usable life of expensive pencils.Features: Fits most round and hexagonal standard pencils Made of anodized aluminum Available in a... -
Graphite Lead Set - 6-Colors
Cretacolor$14.50This drawing set includes the standard tools every artist needs. This set of six graphite fine art leads includes one white chalk, one 4B graphite, one black compressed charcoal, one dark brown, one dark sepia and one sanguine lead.Features: 5.6mm... -
Iceberry Mechanical Pencil
Alvin & Co.$1.20An economical, yet reliable, mechanical pencil.Features: 0.5mm mechanical pencil Push button lead advance Rubberized non-slip finger grip Plastic pocket clip Eraser -
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Mephisto V1 Mechanical Pencils
Koh-i-Noor$6.50These Koh-I-Noor old-style Mephisto mechanical pencils are available in three stylish colors. The Koh-I-Noor Mephisto has a rubber grip and eraser under the metal cap. Features: Available in 0.5mm, 0.7mm, or 0.9mm tip sizesRubber... -
Riptide Automatic Pencils - 3-Pack
Staedtler$2.60A 0.5mm mechanical pencil with a sporty style and lightweight barrel for high performance at an economical price.Features: 3-pack features assorted color barrels Blister-carded pack includes six eraser refills. Retractable lead sleeve protects...
Types of Drafting Pencils & Leads
Drafting pencils and leads are used for precise line work, sketching, technical drawing, rendering, geometry, and manual drafting. This category includes mechanical drafting pencils, lead holders, woodcase drawing pencils, graphite lead refills, colored drafting pencils, blueprint marking pencils, lead pointers, sharpeners, and pencil accessories for students, artists, architects, engineers, and drafting professionals.
- Mechanical Drafting Pencils: Create consistent line widths for technical drawings, engineering layouts, architectural plans, and detail work
- Lead Holders: Use thicker drafting leads for sketching, shading, layout work, and traditional manual drawing applications
- Woodcase Drawing Pencils: Provide graphite grades for sketching, rendering, drafting, and technical illustration
- Graphite Lead Refills: Replace mechanical pencil and lead holder graphite in different lead sizes and hardness grades
- Blueprint Marking Pencils: Mark blueprints, vellum, tracing paper, drafting film, and other technical drawing media
- Colored Drafting Pencils: Add color coding, layout notes, corrections, emphasis, and illustration detail to drawings and plans
- Lead Pointers & Sharpeners: Maintain clean points for accurate line work, detailed layouts, and consistent drafting performance
- Pencil Accessories: Include pencil lengtheners, replacement erasers, clips, caps, and related accessories for drawing and drafting use
Understanding Lead Sizes & Lead Grades
Lead size and lead hardness both affect how a drafting pencil performs. Fine mechanical pencil leads are useful for precise details, dimension lines, lettering, and technical layouts, while larger leads and lead holders give more flexibility for sketching, shading, layout lines, and heavier drawing work.
Harder graphite grades create lighter, cleaner lines that are useful for construction lines and precision drafting. Softer graphite grades create darker marks and smoother shading, making them helpful for sketching, rendering, and design presentation work.
Choosing the Right Drafting Pencil
When selecting a drafting pencil, consider the lead size, graphite grade, grip style, and type of work being performed. Mechanical drafting pencils are a strong choice when consistent line width is important, while lead holders and woodcase drawing pencils are better suited for users who want more control over point shape, line weight, and shading.
Many architects, engineers, designers, artists, and students keep several pencil types available so they can switch between fine technical lines, darker layout marks, sketching, and finished presentation work.
Complete Your Drafting Workspace
Pair drafting pencils and leads with related drafting tools and drawing supplies to create accurate layouts, sketches, technical drawings, and professional drafting projects.
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