3 Papermate PhD Assorted 0.5mm Mechanical Pencils $4.99 w/ Free Shipping eBay Daily Deal

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How old are you?

Why did my post disappear? I asked why the posted Amazon listing looked different than the OP's eBay listing (and another, now gone eBay listing)??

*Oh, I also said I liked Pentel???

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12.

Problem?

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Figured! Still lots to see, lots to experience, milk mustache is still wet.
Don't worry, you will mature.
Moving on.

How do these compare to the Pentel line. I have the old blue 0.7mm and newer black 0.5mm - both of which I like. Are thes comparable in quality?

Quote from mgl888 : ZOMG EVERYONE BUY ONE NOW! PhD's for $5!!!

PhD's are $1 each. Is that a good price?

Wouldn't this 6 pack for $5.99 be a better deal?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/6-Paperma...35c2b5a8d5

Quote from SecretAznMan : Wouldn't this 6 pack for $5.99 be a better deal? http://www.ebay.com/itm/6-Paperma...35c2b5a8d5

Yes it is, except I did not see it earlier, and already ordered the 3 for $5, kinda mad. But oh well... I still think I got a decent deal anyway at 3 for $5.

Edit: Ehh... wth, I bought a pack of these as well.

So what makes these better than these pencils I use daily?
http://www.officedepot.com/a/prod...encils-07/

(not trolling.. Just wondering, what's the added value for the added cost?)

Quote from PooMBA : Figured! Still lots to see, lots to experience, milk mustache is still wet. Don't worry, you will mature. Moving on.

Seldom is hypocrisy so pure as to cause one to scream in the sheer terror of it's absurdity.

Quote from Royal2000H : So what makes these better than these pencils I use daily? http://www.officedepot.com/a/prod...encils-07/ (not trolling.. Just wondering, what's the added value for the added cost?)

Some people enjoy the extra weight on a pencil and the 0.5 lead over the 0.7. In my opinion, it is constructed better than the papermate sharpwriter. It's all personal preference really. If you enjoy how those write then kudos to you. You don't have to spend a lot on mechanical pencils.

the zebra M-402's are better im still using the one from 12 years ago

Quote from wasabi_fu : How do these compare to the Pentel line. I have the old blue 0.7mm and newer black 0.5mm - both of which I like. Are thes comparable in quality?

Which pentel? 205/207 I'm guessing based on colors mentioned. Different kind on mech pencil. The 205+ Pentel line is a very basic mechanical pencil with a reasonable build quality and well made barrel to prevent bowing, along with decent lead. It's technically more of a graphing pencil than a writing pencil, though it's extremely popular with everyone.

PhD is a writing pencil, much better (for most people) suited to long writing sessions that would likely produce strain using a straight pencil like the Pentel 205/207. It's far more ergonomic, designed to fit easily in the hand. Though for graphing the PhD would likely get in the way since its design prevents large movements needed in drawing, etc.

I actually prefer Pentel as a brand, as I would imagine most do. Pentel does tend to be a bit pricier though. The PhD is designed more like the Sharp Kerry, though it is much cheaper. Sharp Kerry a much better pencil

Quote from Royal2000H : So what makes these better than these pencils I use daily? http://www.officedepot.com/a/prod...encils-07/ (not trolling.. Just wondering, what's the added value for the added cost?)

Well the design is much different, basic pencil/graphing pencil vs writing pencil. The ergonomics would be the main thing.

The Sharpwriter by Paper Mate isn't all that bad but it isn't designed for long term use. They bow or break in pockets or from frequent use and they use pretty crappy lead that doesn't like hard writing. Also, the eraser is really low quality and won't erase cleanly and leaves a lot of dust.

If you like the design of the Sharpwriter I would suggest a Zebra M-301 or Pentel 205 as a good step up in quality for pretty cheaply.