Pentel’s Ain Stein has a particularly good reputation. Retractable or not? A retractable tip keeps you from getting poked if you carry the pencil around, but nonretractable pencils have less tip ...

Equipped with a strong metal clip, integrated eraser and robust construction, the Pentel 120 Automatic Pencil is a fine, value-for-money choice for those looking to experiment with high-quality ...