Crayons & Mechanical Pencils

Our pencils and mechanical pencils  

At Maison Godillot, we offer traditional pencils and mechanical pencils to meet all your writing and drawing needs.

Pencils offer a timeless feel, while mechanical pencils provide the advantage of a consistent lead thickness, typically 0.5 mm or 0.7 mm, and never require sharpening. Each option has specific advantages, thus providing a solution suited to all writing styles.

How does a mechanical pencil work?

The lead of a mechanical pencil is not connected to the outer casing and can therefore move freely whenever you wish. When you press a button on your mechanical pencil (or similar), a spring pushes the lead forward by a certain amount, but only a little at a time, allowing you to easily achieve the perfect lead length.

The advantages of the mechanical pencil

The advantages of a mechanical pencil compared to a classic pencil are numerous. For example, there is no need to sharpen the pencil; you don't have to interrupt your drawing or writing for that, you don't have to worry about the mess, and you don't have to concern yourself with the maintenance of the pencil.

Another advantage of the mechanical pencil is the consistency of the line width. While the line width of wooden pencils varies depending on the date of the last sharpening and the frequency of use, the line width of a mechanical pencil is reliable and predictable. 

The advantages of the wooden pencil

The advantages of a wooden pencil compared to a mechanical pencil are equally compelling. For example, the tactile and organic feel that wooden pencils provide is much more satisfying for drawing or writing. The ability to sharpen the pencil to a precise point allows you to control the thickness of your lines, making them ideal for sketches, shading, or creating varied textures.

Another advantage of wooden pencils is their ease of use. Lacking moving parts or mechanisms, they are easy to use and are unlikely to break or malfunction. They are also lightweight and balanced, which gives them a natural feel appreciated by many artists and writers.

Available in a range of hardness levels, from the softest leads to the hardest and clearest, they offer great versatility for both delicate and bold work. This variety allows for greater creative expression compared to the standard leads of traditional mechanical pencils.

For those who care about sustainable development, wooden pencils can be an eco-friendly option when made from wood sourced responsibly. They are biodegradable and high-quality models often come with minimal or recyclable packaging.