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Art Pencil

rotring Werke Riepe KG, Germany

purpose lead diameter mechanism composition variations production date origin	sketching 2 mm pushbutton spring clutch plastic barrel, metal mechanism none 1984 to (1990s) Germany

The Art Pencil is the uncommon sibling of rotring's Art Pen caligraphy fountain pen. The most unusual feature is the exposed tail spring which is not the primary spring. The Art Pencil is also exceptionally large for a 2 mm leadholder.


Art Pencil and Pen set.	courtesy Allan Macdonald collection


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