Ideal for students and standardized tests, BIC Xtra-Strong Mechanical Pencils feature strong 0.9mm leads that resist breaking and create bold, eye-catching lines. The #2 lead never requires sharpening and is always ready to write when you are. The lead advances smoothly with a simple click, does not smudge, and erases cleanly. Students of any age will love the bright colorful barrels and contrasting clips.