A.G. Spalding & Bros BRM114 Mechanical Pencil - 0.5 mm - Maple Wood - Dark Brown Body

This pencil is very light due to it being plastic surrounded by a veneer of real wood. The metal is of the frosted variety you see on cheap jewelry, except for the clip. You can tell this by looking at the plunger in the sample pictures here.

The pencil makes noise as you write, not from the writing tip, but due to the plunger being able to wobble back and forth. This isn't lead shifting, as gravity keeps it on one side of the lead holder, the plunger is able to make noise when the pencil is gently shaken at any angle.

Due to the two 5 star reviews here, I bought this. I am really disappointed. I cannot recommend this.

I love this mechanical pencil though it is a bit thicker than most. The brown wood is really lovely if you're wondering which color to get. It has much more character than the other colors. The build, as expected, is exceptional, the weight is just right, and it has a comfortable center of gravity. The clip is essential!

elegant, well balanced and comfortable pencil.