I'm an Artist and I love sketching and believe it or not, how the pencil feels in your hand is truly a big deal (well at least for me it is).
Also the weight can be a factor as well, if it's too light or heavy it can be bothersome, so you have to find the Goldilocks one.
I love short pencils and brushes and this one is absolutely perfect.
The brass adds a little weight and it feels nicely balanced too and it fits well in the hand.
Simple to change the lead and the lead itself is super strong, NOT fragile at all.
So if you're looking for a good field pencil for writing while hiking or camping or one for sketching, this Mechanical Pencil will be perfect for any task needed.
I LOVE THIS PENCIL!