Kaweco Clutch Pencil SketchUp 5.6 Brass

The Kaweco SketchUp 5.6 is a mechanical pencil crafted from solid, untreated brass – substantial in hand, cool to the touch, octagonal in cross-section. Its 5.6 mm lead makes it the perfect tool for broad strokes, quick sketches and freehand drawing. At a pocket-friendly 10.5 cm length, it fits into every work bag, jacket pocket and sketchbook.

Features

• Solid brass, untreated: The barrel comes without any surface coating – the brass feels cool and grounded, developing its own unique patina with regular use. Those who prefer an even surface can occasionally refresh the brass with polish.
• Cone clutch at the tip: A metal chuck grips the lead directly at the tip, holding it firmly in place – no wobble, no unwanted slipping when the pencil meets paper.
• Integrated sharpener in the cap: The removable cap houses a compact sharpener. The 5.6 mm lead can be shaped whenever you like – from blunt and soft to fine and precise.
• Octagonal cross-section: The classic Kaweco octagon shape sits securely in the hand and prevents the pencil from rolling off your angled drawing surface.
• Weight through brass: The noticeable heft reduces the pressure needed when drawing and gives your hand a natural guide – particularly pleasant during long drawing sessions.

Use & Tips

• Sketching and technical drawing: The 5.6 mm lead allows broad, expressive lines in freehand drawing and can be angled for shading and tonal coverage.
• Choose lead grades: For loose sketching and warm, dark strokes, soft grades (4B–6B) are ideal. For more precise lines or technical drawings, medium grades (HB–2B) work best. Kaweco offers matching 5.6 mm leads in various grades.
• Vary the point: With the built-in sharpener, you can shape the lead to suit your needs – a wider angle creates broad hatching, a fine point enables detailed work.
• Shape the patina: The untreated brass barrel visibly changes through hand oils and friction. If you want to control the patina, selectively expose the grip areas and occasionally polish the remaining surfaces.
• As an everyday companion: The compact 10.5 cm length makes the SketchUp perfect for taking anywhere – tucked into a notebook, in your trouser pocket, in the back of a sketchpad.

For Drawing Enthusiasts

The 5.6 mm lead is no compromise – it's a format in its own right: wide enough for carpenter's work and artistic drawing, yet precise enough for architectural sketches. Kaweco manufactures the SketchUp series in Nuremberg – hand-assembled and individually tested. The raw brass surface without lacquer or plating means the material sits directly against your skin: grip areas become lighter over time, less-used areas darker – each pencil develops its own unique usage profile.

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