800 Mechanical Pencil 0.7Mm Black

I owned a 600 over ten years ago when I was going to school for engineering. That pencil served me well for a few years but at some point I lost it. Which honestly was quite a bummer because it was involved with the start of my journey into design and developed a beautiful patina. Since then I’ve been using an iPad to do my design work but I’ve felt digital media to be lacking something for me lately. Over the last couple months I started getting back into physical media and felt it was appropriate to get another rotring. At first I was looking at a 600 again but the fixed tip has given me some issues in the past with snags and bending. I came across this 800 and immediately picked it up in the black finish. The weight, balance, and knurled grip are perfect. The rotation mechanism is tactile and satisfying to actuate. I’m also stoked to see the patina this develops over time as the paint wears to reveal the brass underneath. I also use a Kuru Toga from Uni and while it produces crisp text, I find its lead rotation mechanism to feel rough when the lead hits the paper. I also feel it’s far too lightweight with a body material that doesn’t feel premium. It’s a good writing tool, but the rotring 800 is a crafted instrument that inspires me to write down my thoughts and draft designs. That may sound tacky but I literally can’t put this pencil down, it’s so addictive to use and I’m so happy to own one again

While this is a premium product and an intimidating price tag for a mechanical pencil, this product is beautiful and meticulously designed. Pros The retractable tip helps prevent the tip from being bent and breaking, unlike all other pencils with this design. The grip is excellent and the weight distribution allows it to sit comfortably in the hand. This product is of a high quality and I have not experienced a mechanical failure for the three pencils I own in over 5 years. Neutral / preference This pencil is nearly entirely made of metal; as such, it is very heavy. Personally, this is a pro and makes it feel like a quality product. Cons You may as well assume that this thing doesn’t come with an eraser, just a lead stopper. If you get a ding on the pencil, the paint will be removed and exposed the raw metal beneath (eye sore for perfectionists). Due to the heavy weight, this pencil is difficult to write quickly with or do pencil tricks with.

This is by far the best mechanical pencil I have ever bought (and I've bought a lot). I particularly like the design and how the lead sleeve can be retraced into the body of the pencil. It is a heavy beast, but to me that just screams quality. Is it worth the cost? For me, absolutely. Your mileage may vary :)

German engineering... Do I need to say anything else? As an engineer myself, I've always preferred mechanical pencils to take notes, sketch & "do math" on. Habit I developed since before university. My last mechanical pencil was a Blue Pentel 0.7mm that I first purchased before getting into Uni and used it throughout all my Uni study & exams. I unfortunately lost that pencil while moving homes and needed to purchase my next "companion" for the future and possibly the "last" one I'll ever purchase. I had heard about rOtring Mechanical pencils and decided to purchase one as a gift to myself & as the tool it is. I have no complains about this pencil, I do not have complaints about the retractable tip being "flimsy" at all.. I use this for taking notes and "doing math" and sometimes sketches. I absolutely love the way the pencil feels in my hand while I write. Build quality is great and the pencil feels like a proper writing tool and not like a toy as some of these other mechanical pencils. It is a sturdy, well designed tool. The only "complain" I have, which I have will all pens/ mechanical pencils is due to the fact I have large hands, the "clip" is something I remove from all my pens/ mech pencils if they get in the way of my grip/ where the "clip" typically would rest on the hand. But that isn't something specific about this product as I do it to all my handwriting utensils. Hopefully I have purchased the last mechanical pencil I'll ever use and I have no regrets.

The rOring 800 is awesome. The negative reviews that say there is some tip wobble are way over blown on this aspect. There is a very little bit of wobble as there has to be in a moving part. This is consistent as I have several of these for my work. They all have the same amount of tip wobble. Those reviewers who have such an issue with this aspect never actually discuss how the pencil performs tip wobble or not. In practice the minuscule tip wobble is simply not an issue. It is an outstanding pencil. I am an artist and use it all the time as well as the rOtring 600 and Graphgear 1000. These all have their strengths and purpose as do other pencils...even the wooden ones. The 800 is a wonderful tool and built extremely well and the retractable tip works as it should and makes this a travel friendly alternative to the 600. And ...it is a pencil folks...write with it, draw with it, enjoy it.

I bought this pencil to round out my ROtring collection… the Rapid Pro, Newton, 600, and now the 800. Of pencils, I prefer the Rapid Pro for EDC. The 800 has a retractable tip, but it’s almost 1/2” long. The thicker base is about 1/4” and the part that hold the lead is 1/4”. And the twist then click motion to begin writing is excessive. The 600’s tip doesn’t retract so it can easily be damaged if dropped or mishandled. I have what I believe is a Newton pencil… it only says ROTRING on the barrel and has a smooth, not checkered grip. This also has a retracting tip, but I prefer the checkered grip.

Very good pencil with a great grip.

Amazing pencil! Worth every penny!

I use this pencil for office work and it’s easily the best mechanical pencil I’ve owned. It feels solid and premium because of the metal body, and it’s comfortable to write with for long periods. The weight makes it feel stable and controlled rather than flimsy. The standout feature for me is the retractable tip. It makes a real difference if you carry stationery around because I can put it in my pocket or bag without worrying the tip will bend or snap. That single feature makes it far more practical day to day than standard mechanical pencils, especially for commuting or moving between meeting rooms. Everything about it feels precise and well made, from the mechanism to the overall finish. It is more expensive than a basic pencil, but if you use it for work regularly it feels worth it because it’s reliable, satisfying to use, and built like something you’ll keep for years.

I often find myself with a mechanical pencil in my pocket and with the retractable tip you get a great mechanical pencil to write with and the tip won't get damaged or make holes in your pockets. Love this. I leave my 600 and rapid Pro at my desk and take the 800 with me in my pocket.

Excellent build (premium quality!!!). Got a black one, love the color scheme (with Gold tip). Retractable tip feature is very helpful (if you have the habit of dropping things!) Very happy that I bought it!!!!

What can I say except perfect. The only issue I've had is some very slight wiggling only noticable when forcibly moving the tip

Kalite