- What lead size do these pencils use?
- They use 0.7 mm lead, a medium point. That is thicker and more durable than 0.5 mm but less fine for small handwriting.
- Is the lead No. 2, and will it work on standardized tests?
- Yes, the lead is No. 2, the grade most scan-based tests require. The 0.7 mm medium point writes dark enough for answer sheets.
- Do these pencils need sharpening?
- No. The lead advances with a click, so there is no sharpening. The eraser sits under the cap at the top.
- How do they compare with BIC Xtra Precision?
- Xtra Precision uses a finer 0.5 mm lead for small, precise writing. These use 0.7 mm lead, which is stronger and better for general note-taking.
- Are these good for school supply lists?
- Yes. The 24-count pack covers a full school year for most students, and the pastel barrels appeal to teens.
- Can the pencils be refilled?
- They take standard 0.7 mm lead refills, but the barrel is not designed to be opened and reused like a metal mechanical pencil.
- Where is the BIC Xtra Smooth Pastel Mechanical Pencils, 0.7 mm, 24 Count cheapest?
- At Amazon, for $6.47, 46% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- What do buyers say about the BIC Xtra Smooth Pastel Mechanical Pencils, 0.7 mm, 24 Count?
- Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 1,951 ratings.
- Where can I buy the BIC Xtra Smooth Pastel Mechanical Pencils, 0.7 mm, 24 Count?
- 13 stores we checked sell it, including Quill, Walmart, Amazon, Bulk Office Supply, lenonlures.com.