The Pentel® Champ® Mechanical pencils offer a winning combination of comfort and affordability with a fresh, new design. The unique, extra-soft latex-free grip helps reduce writing fatigue. Each Mechanical Pencil is pre-loaded with Pentel® super Hi-Polymer® HB lead, which never needs sharpening, is super strong and produces a clear dark line. Champ pencils are available in 0.5mm and 0.7mm lead sizes. The pencils are backed by pentelâs limited lifetime warranty