---
product_id: 7379500
title: "Rapid Pro Mechanical Pencil, 0.5 mm, Silver"
brand: "rotring"
price: "€ 44.66"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Rotring"
url: https://www.desertcart.fr/products/7379500-rapid-pro-mechanical-pencil-0-5-mm-silver
store_origin: FR
region: France
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# Non-slip metal knurled grip Precision brass mechanism Cushion lead break resistance Rapid Pro Mechanical Pencil, 0.5 mm, Silver

**Brand:** rotring
**Price:** € 44.66
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ✏️ Write sharp, stay sharp — the pencil that means business.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Rapid Pro Mechanical Pencil, 0.5 mm, Silver by rotring
- **How much does it cost?** € 44.66 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.fr](https://www.desertcart.fr/products/7379500-rapid-pro-mechanical-pencil-0-5-mm-silver)

## Best For

- rotring enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted rotring brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Sleek Silver Finish:** Professional, minimalist design that elevates your desk aesthetic and signals serious craftsmanship.
- • **Unmatched Durability:** Cushion lead system minimizes breakage, keeping your flow uninterrupted.
- • **Engineered for Precision:** rOtring’s brass mechanism ensures flawless lead advancement every time.
- • **Built-in Eraser Convenience:** Quick-fix eraser hidden under the push-button cap for seamless corrections on the go.
- • **Grip That Works as Hard as You Do:** Non-slip knurled metal grip offers ultimate control and comfort during long sessions.

## Overview

The rOtring Rapid Pro Mechanical Pencil (0.5 mm) combines a precision brass mechanism with a cushion lead system to deliver exceptional writing accuracy and break resistance. Featuring a non-slip metal knurled grip and a sleek silver finish, it’s designed for professionals and creatives who demand durability and style. With a built-in eraser and retractable lead sleeve, this pencil offers both convenience and longevity, making it a smart investment for anyone serious about their craft.

## Description

Mechanical pencil with full metal body and cushion lead mechanism (0.5 mm‚ 0.7 mm) or precision lead advancement mechanism (2.0 mm).

Review: Excellent product - Cheaper than using $0.27 BIC pencils - This pencil is built extremely well, and I would recommend it to anyone. If you do the math, this pencil will cost less over a period of 10 years than buying 24 packs of BIC Mechanical Pencil with Colorful Barrels, Fine Point (0.5 mm), 24 Pencils . Over 10 years, the average student will go through 10-20 BIC pencils a year(not counting time out of school). This means that over 10 years, it will cost you from $27-$55 to use BIC pencils, whereas the Rotring will cost you from $20-$40(as long as you don't lose it!), meanwhile the Rotring looks extremely nice and expensive. Now for the actual review- The Rotring Rapid PRO feels very well balanced in your hand. Many people I have talked to think that it would be very heavy, and hard to maneuver, but that is not the case. Rotring has done a great job of balancing the pencil by placing more weight towards the writing end, so that when you write, you are moving the lighter end. Personally, I like the heavier feel anyway. Compared to its siblings, the Rapid PRO is a great compromise. The Rotring 600 is a few dollars cheaper, but you will miss out on the retractable lead sleeve. I think that this feature is extremely important, for one reason -without it I might have already bent the tip in the first week of using it! I retract the tip every time I'm not writing with it to be safe. As far as looks go, I think that it looks awesome. The smoothed edges on the barrel look great. I thought that the chrome accents might look cheesy, but they really make the pencil look even more sleek. This pencil is not hard to hold at all, which is an aspect that other reviewers have discouraged. The knurled grip is very comfortable, and also slightly larger than that of the 600 or the much more expensive 800. If you are having trouble deciding whether to purchase this pencil, especially if you are a student, go ahead! Even if you do not use pencils very much, or if you prefer pens, I am sure you will love using this one.
Review: Great feel in the hand - Love the weight and feel of this in the hand. Due to the extended lead tube, I don't extend as much lead at a time and thereby don't break points as often (zero breaks so far, but only had it for a few days. I'm sure a break is coming some time). Would say that this is one of the best mechanical pencils I've used.

## Features

- Designed with the rOtring brass mechanism for precision lead advancement
- Cushion lead mechanism for a high level of break resistance and outstanding writing and doodling comfort. A non-slip metal knurled grip makes sure the pencil stays in hand at all times
- Built in eraser under the push-button cap for quick erasing, to ensure mistakes aren’t permanent
- Comes in a silver finish and holds 0.5 mm lead

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00JXIRDSW |
| Best Sellers Rank | #81,417 in Office Products ( See Top 100 in Office Products ) #653 in Mechanical Pencils |
| Brand | Rotring |
| Closure | Button |
| Color | Silver |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (1,436) |
| Date First Available | November 23, 2011 |
| Grip Type | non-slip |
| Ink Color | Silver |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 0.847 ounces |
| Item model number | 1904255 |
| Line Size | 0.5 Millimeters |
| Manufacturer | Sanford |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 1904255 |
| Material Type | Brass, Metal |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Pencil Lead Degree (Hardness) | HB |
| Point Type | .5mm |
| Product Dimensions | 7.48 x 1.96 x 0.79 inches |
| Size | 0.5 mm |
| Tip Type | metal |

## Product Details

- **Age Range (Description):** Adult
- **Brand:** Rotring
- **Color:** Silver
- **Ink Color:** Silver
- **Writing Instrument Form:** Mechanical Graphite Pencil

## Images

![Rapid Pro Mechanical Pencil, 0.5 mm, Silver - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71bxYlDROyL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is it normal for the retractable tip to retract under pressure? Mine retracts whenever I put a little pressure on it...**
A: That is the design of that model.  The tip must retract with slight pressure but not retract when you are writing with the pencil.  If you are using the pencil with a ruler it may retract.  Two other mechanical pencils I use are the Graphgear 1000 by Pentel and the Rotring 800 and both of these pencils operate with a positive mechanical movement to retract the tip.

**Q: How do I tell if the 800 is better or not? Some say it's not as steady. Is Amazon best place to buy erasers and lead?**
A: The 800 has a slightly more aggressive grip and a more sharp, hexagonal body. However, the retractable tip is different; you have to twist the cap to move the tip. I think that the 800 is actually more steady compared to the rapid pro. If you only want to buy Mars plastic erasers and Pentel leads, Amazon is fine. But if you want something more specialized, jetpens is best.

**Q: Why does this one weigh so much more than the Rotring 600?**
A: I believe it's because of the all-metal body

**Q: do you get the original box when buying from here?**
A: Yes

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent product - Cheaper than using $0.27 BIC pencils
*by N***. on March 6, 2014*

This pencil is built extremely well, and I would recommend it to anyone. If you do the math, this pencil will cost less over a period of 10 years than buying 24 packs of BIC Mechanical Pencil with Colorful Barrels, Fine Point (0.5 mm), 24 Pencils . Over 10 years, the average student will go through 10-20 BIC pencils a year(not counting time out of school). This means that over 10 years, it will cost you from $27-$55 to use BIC pencils, whereas the Rotring will cost you from $20-$40(as long as you don't lose it!), meanwhile the Rotring looks extremely nice and expensive. Now for the actual review- The Rotring Rapid PRO feels very well balanced in your hand. Many people I have talked to think that it would be very heavy, and hard to maneuver, but that is not the case. Rotring has done a great job of balancing the pencil by placing more weight towards the writing end, so that when you write, you are moving the lighter end. Personally, I like the heavier feel anyway. Compared to its siblings, the Rapid PRO is a great compromise. The Rotring 600 is a few dollars cheaper, but you will miss out on the retractable lead sleeve. I think that this feature is extremely important, for one reason -without it I might have already bent the tip in the first week of using it! I retract the tip every time I'm not writing with it to be safe. As far as looks go, I think that it looks awesome. The smoothed edges on the barrel look great. I thought that the chrome accents might look cheesy, but they really make the pencil look even more sleek. This pencil is not hard to hold at all, which is an aspect that other reviewers have discouraged. The knurled grip is very comfortable, and also slightly larger than that of the 600 or the much more expensive 800. If you are having trouble deciding whether to purchase this pencil, especially if you are a student, go ahead! Even if you do not use pencils very much, or if you prefer pens, I am sure you will love using this one.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great feel in the hand
*by K***. on November 25, 2025*

Love the weight and feel of this in the hand. Due to the extended lead tube, I don't extend as much lead at a time and thereby don't break points as often (zero breaks so far, but only had it for a few days. I'm sure a break is coming some time). Would say that this is one of the best mechanical pencils I've used.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Quality of an Ultimatum
*by M***L on April 9, 2015*

This is a great product with excellent characteristics. I chose this model over the Rotring 600 because of the retractable tip, and the wider, more defined grip. Don't be fooled, there is plenty of grippiness to it! The matte finish is high quality, with an equally high quality chrome finish. This pencil cringingly fell out of my shirt pocket when I bent over because I did not clip it in - it fell about half a metre but there was no damage or even visible scratches! I honestly don't have a better explanation. It fell - it hit the ground - and it's fine! As an architectural student, I use the 0.5mm model with 2B lead for sketches and quick notes, but the heft is no problem for extended writing - I just do everything on the laptop though. (Well, I actually use a Microsoft Surface ;) My only gripe with this is the price + shipping. It's a bit too expensive considering there are still plastic components used internally, but with the low Australian dollar and shipping rates, I paid about $50au for it. $30au would be much more reasonable... in a perfect world. I'll have this for a lifetime, if I don't lose it before! :P

## Frequently Bought Together

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*Last updated: 2026-03-20*