SAKURA 50280 SumoGrip 0.9-mm Pencil with Eraser, Clear

I picked up this 0.7mm mechanical pencil mainly because I wanted something comfortable for longer writing sessions. I do a lot of note-taking and marking, and I was getting tired of slimmer pencils that start to feel uncomfortable after a while. I travel fairly often too, so I wanted something simple and reliable that I could toss in a bag and use anywhere. My expectation was a pencil with a better grip and smooth writing, nothing overly complicated. First thing I noticed is the grip—it’s definitely the standout feature. The rubber grip is thicker than most standard mechanical pencils, and it feels softer in hand. It makes a noticeable difference when writing for extended periods. I didn’t feel the usual finger fatigue I get with thinner pencils, which is a big plus if you write a lot in one sitting. The 0.7mm lead size is pretty practical. It’s a good middle ground—thicker than 0.5mm, so it doesn’t break as easily, but still fine enough for clean, readable writing. I’ve been using it for general note-taking, marking papers, and quick edits, and it handles all of that without any issues. The writing feels smooth and consistent, and the lead advances without problems. Another thing I like is the overall balance. It’s lightweight but not too light, so it doesn’t feel flimsy when you’re using it. The clear gray design is simple and functional—nothing flashy, but it looks clean and professional enough for everyday use. That said, there are a few downsides. The main one is durability. The plastic body feels a bit on the lighter side, and while it’s fine for regular desk use, I wouldn’t fully trust it to hold up if you’re rough with it or constantly carrying it around in a packed bag. It hasn’t broken on me, but it doesn’t feel as sturdy as some higher-end pencils. The eraser is decent for small corrections, but it’s not something you’d want to rely on for larger edits. It wears down fairly quickly, which seems to be common with built-in erasers. I still find myself reaching for a separate eraser for anything more than quick fixes. From a practical standpoint, this pencil works well for everyday tasks—writing notes, grading, editing, or even light sketching. It’s especially useful if comfort is a priority, since the grip really does make a difference over time. In terms of value, I think it’s reasonably priced for what you get. The comfort and usability are there, even if the build isn’t the most robust. Overall, this met my expectations. I wanted a comfortable, easy-to-use pencil for daily writing, and that’s exactly what this provides. The trade-off is durability, but for regular use, it does the job well.

Best, most comfortable to hold mechanical pencil ever. I like the 0.9 -mm graphite…doesn’t break as easily. Glides across paper easily, my hand and fingers don’t hurt when writing a lot. Also the fat barrel keeps my hand from cramping. I ordered another one. Good value for money, nicely designed.

It’s perfect. the lead never breaks and the grip is perfect.

Great mechanical pencil. Comfortable grip, durable lead and a good eraser. It functions perfectly and looks good in hand or laying on the table. Am enjoying it for crosswords and other writing needs. Would definitely recommend and will purchase again.

First off, I am just a fan of writing implements. I enjoy both writing and drawing with a variety of pens and pencils. This one certainly fit the bill so much so that I have ordered each of the lead diameters offered and am on the lookout for the eraser refills. The grip is triangular which both stops it from rolling on your desk if it's tilted and offers a very natural hand gesture for drawing especially. The fact that the twist-up eraser is a real bonus for me is that it is exposed like a traditional pencil. No fiddly eraser cap to hold onto or drop and never find again. The eraser is simply there to use whenever with a flip of the pencil. Great for technical drawing! I don't know what the internal mechanism is, but I haven't experienced any lead breakage. Also, you can manually press the eraser and depress the lead back into the pencil for travel or storage. That was a great feature for me, an old habit from the ancient days of drafting. You can bet I will be enjoying this line with many future refills!

Needed to come back and re=write my earlier review. Could not find earlier review to edit........... MP is tad longer in length when measuring- 5 1/2 inches and what I like is its girth, somewhat similar to a Pilot Mr. Grip. The rubber grip is nice and firm, I do not see getting sticky over time like the Mr. Grip, etc. The twist out large eraser is easy to twist out and retract, holds a lot of lead- Pilot Graphite Neox being my favorite, balanced. Nothing super spectacular..............it functions as designed and is priced right.

This pencil is amazing, it has a thick grip, it has a good twist eraser. However the only thing that I would consider is that 0.9 lead is very thick and its not common so you should buy more lead along with it cause its not a type of lead you can borrow easily.

I love the pencil body!! Super comfortable to hold! And the lead writes super smooth! I love the look of the pencil aswell! The 0.9mm is a little too big for me but a good pencil nonetheless.

I think this might be my best mechanical pencil so far... For drawing /drafting purpose go for it... You don't need any other Mechanical pencil after this

Mechanical pencil It’s very easy for me to hold Comfortable Well made Great eraser Bought one for a gift They love it too

Un must para los amantes de Sakura

Be warned - exactly the same pencil design by the manufactuer is being sold at a far lower price in the UK on the Amazon website - just of a different color (transparent white instead of blue)

This is my go to pencil. The 9mm is particularly durable but the 7 and 5mm are also super comfortable to write with.