How does the ticonderoga Sensematic work?

The Ticonderoga Sensematic is the world’s only auto-feed mechanical pencil. Simply touch the pencil to paper and the Sensematic “senses” how much lead you need, advancing just the right amount as you write. You’ll never again have to stop writing or drawing in order to sharpen your pencil.

What is Dixon Ticonderoga made of?

Dixon Ticonderoga is a premium quality pencil and like all good pencils, they are made from Cedar Wood.

When did Dixon buy Ticonderoga?

2005
Dixon was acquired by an Italian company in 2005 and now manufactures most (if not all) of its Ticonderoga pencils in Mexico and China, according to a 2018 investigation by the Washington Post.

Does Ticonderoga make mechanical pencils?

Today Dixon Ticonderoga continues to make manufacturing and marketing writing instruments, art supplies and tools for self-expression. As the world’s only totally automatic mechanical pencils, these refillable writing instruments automatically advance 0.7mm lead when lifted from paper.

What are Ticonderoga pencils?

Ticonderoga® has a tradition of fine quality writing instruments for over 100 years. The exclusive graphite core features a proprietary formula focusing on graphite mined from carefully controlled sources to deliver extra smooth performance. Top-quality latex-free erasers remove marks completely without smudging.

Why are pencils yellow?

American pencil makers wanted a special way to tell people that their pencils contained Chinese graphite,” explains a post on Pencils.com, an online retailer of writing supplies. American pencil manufacturers began painting their pencils bright yellow to communicate this ‘regal’ feeling and association with China.”

Is there lead in Ticonderoga pencils?

Since its founding, Dixon Ticonderoga has found ways to mass produce pencils and perfect the composition of graphite, not lead, that makes up the charcoal tip.

Where are Dixon pencils manufactured?

Its main manufacturing facilities are in Versailles, Missouri; Acton Vale, Quebec; Mexico City; and Beijing, China. Although Dixon Ticonderoga stood as the primary player in the history of the pencil in the United States, it was poised in late 2004 to gain an Italian parent.

What does the #2 mean on a pencil?

A No. 2 pencil is towards the middle when it comes to the hardness of lead (graphite) and the darkness of the shade. If a pencil has a number higher than 2 it means it has a harder graphite core, a harder point, and a lighter shade. These pencils are often used by engineers or architects.

Do Number 1 pencils exist?

Today, many U.S. companies use a numbering system for general purpose, writing pencils that specifies how hard the lead is. (“F” also indicates a pencil that sharpens to a fine point.) The middle of the scale shows the letters and numbers that correspond to everyday writing utensils: B = No. 1 pencils, HB = No.

What are Ticonderoga SenseMatic plus pencils?

You do the writing, Ticonderoga SenseMatic Plus Pencils do the work. As the world’s only totally automatic mechanical pencils, these refillable writing instruments automatically advance 0.7mm lead when lifted from paper.

What is a SenseMatic pencil?

As the world’s only totally automatic mechanical pencils, these refillable writing instruments automatically advance 0.7mm lead when lifted from paper. With always-sharp points and sleek silver and black barrels, this next generation of the popular SenseMatic pencil includes an extra latex-free black eraser and three refill leads.

Is Dixon Ticonderoga still in business?

Today Dixon Ticonderoga continues to make manufacturing and marketing writing instruments, art supplies and tools for self-expression. You do the writing, Ticonderoga SenseMatic Plus Pencils do the work.