Tombow Pencil Co., Ltd. (Head office: Kita-ku, Tokyo; President: Akihiro Ogawa) developed a drafting mechanical pencil like wide and bright nib shape of a for office and study; equipped it with a holder eraser and released the mechanical pencil “MONO graph” in 2014, which fulfilled “writing and erasing” in a single design and has gone on to become an established long-selling brand.
To commemorate its release a special 10th Anniversary limited edition “MONO graph ” (product name = photo) printed with “10th Anniversary” will be released on November 11th at stationery stores, stationery corners, etc. nationwide for a suggested retail price of 693 JPY (630 JPY excluding tax).* As the product will be gradually rolled out to stores please contact your nearest stationery store for detailed release dates.
Long gold tip, a wide and bright nib, with a solid feel. Basic performance is the same as the standard “MONO graph”. In addition, the anniversary version has three special features: 1) first in series high-brightness MONO blue body, 2) 10th anniversary mark print, and 3) adoption of a metal clip.
＜ MONO blue body＞The first in series MONO blue body reserved for the 10th anniversary model. Special surface treatment changes the blue intensity from light to deep, giving a rich, high-brightness metallic like luster barrel. Moreover, the surface feels moist, refreshing and elegant. Rare finish created by a 10-layer matte transfer printing process, including two layers of white, two layers of silver, and two layers of navy.
＜ 10th Anniversary Mark Print＞ “MONO graph 10th Anniversary Limited” is printed on the end of the barrel which is exclusive marking for the 10th anniversary version.
＜ Metal Clip＞ Sturdy silver color metal clip is comfortable to use. The silver accent complements the MONO blue barrel.
＜ 10th Anniversary Limited Edition Package＞ Uses urethane frame gift packaging normally found in mid to high end writing instruments to deliver an imposing ambience.

 

＜ Basic features of the MONO graph＞
wide and bright nib Nib is a gold pipe with a diameter of 1 mm and a length of 3.7 mm. Precision drafting mechanical pencil shaped nib was developed for the office and study. Paper surface remains bright allowing for precise writing within the lines, between the lines, and in notebooks. Also suitable for line drawings.

 
Holder Eraser Equipped with a rotating holder eraser on top of the barrel. Eraser is 5.3 mm in diameter and suitable for erasing one character or one line. Synthetic eraser with a crack-resistant formula. Extend up to 16 mm for standard use. Erases about 6.5 times more area than a regular mechanical pencil eraser.
Uses same replacement eraser as standard Mono graph (132 JPY including tax / 3 pieces).

 
Shake and slide lead advance. Two ways to advance the lead. 1. Shake the barrel up and down (“shake knock function”) to advance the lead while holding the pen. 2. Knock the clip (“slide knock” method). To retract the lead, slide the clip down towards the pen nib. To stop the “shake knock function,” slide the clip up towards the eraser.

 

“MONO graph” mechanical pencil series new colors.
To celebrate the 10th anniversary of the MONO graph, new colors will be added to the MONO graph series. The concept is “Expanding vision, inspiring thoughts. 10 years in pursuit of ease of writing, and into the future.” The product will be released on November 11, 2024.

 Mechanical Pencil “MONO graph” Neutral Color (Matte Gray / Matte Pink / Matte Purple / Matte Navy)
Suggested retail price: 440 JPY (400 JPY excluding tax)
■Drafting-style gold-tipped pipe mechanical pencil with a bright pen tip that allows for precise writing.■Incorporates a shake knock mechanism to extend the lead. Clip can also be slid down to release the lead. ■Equipped with a rotating holder eraser with a diameter of 5.3 mm and a length of 26 mm (extend up to 16 mm for standard use).■Barrel diameter 10mm x total length 147 mm / weight 17g.■Replacement erasers (3 pieces) are 132 JPY (120 JPY excluding tax). ■Lead diameter 0.5 mm.

 Mechanical Pencil “MONO graph Lite” Gray/Navy
Suggested retail price 242 JPY (220 JPY excluding tax)
■Entry level model in the “MONO graph” series of drafting-specification metal-tipped mechanical pencils.■Equipped with a rotating holder eraser with a diameter of 3.6 mm and a length of 30 mm (extend up to 20 mm for standard use).■High-density, non-slip textured grip.■Barrel diameter 10 mm x total length 150 mm/weight 10 g.■Replacement eraser (pack of 3) is 110 JPY (100 JPY excluding tax). ■Lead diameter 0.5 mm.

 
Mechanical pencil leads “MONO graph MG” Gray / Navy
Suggested retail price 220 JPY (200 JPY excluding tax)
■High-performance mechanical pencil leads with a balance of smoothness, strength, and darkness.■Double guide mechanism case allows to choose between “single-out” and “bulk-out”.■Case size is width 20mm x thickness 8 mm x total length 83 mm/weight 11 g.■Hardness HB.■Lead diameter 0.5 mm.■Ecomark certified, Green Purchasing Law compliant product.

 

 

  MONO graph 10th Anniversary Special Page URL：https://www.tombow.com/sp/monograph10th/ 

 
MONO graph 10th Anniversary Special Page introduces the MONO graph 10th Anniversary limited edition products, the history of MONO graph over the past 10 years, and all color variations released to date. In addition, in commemoration of the MONO graph 10th anniversary, we will be holding a giveaway campaign on Tombow Pencil Official X page where you can win an original pen case as well as 10 other MONO graph series products.

 
[MONO graph 10th Anniversary Gift Campaign]
■Campaign period: November 11, 2024 (Monday) to December 1, 2024 (Sunday) 23:59
■Prize: 10th Anniversary Original Pen Case & 10 other MONO graph series products (10 winners)
■ How to apply:
(1) Follow the Tombow Pencil X official account @tombowpencil
(2) Quote and repost the campaign post with the hashtag”#モノグラフ10周年” and “Favorite MONO graph Color”** All 71 color variations of MONO graph are introduced on the special page.
■Winner notification: Winners will be contacted by X’s DM in early December.
* For more campaign details, see the MONO graph 10th Anniversary Special Page.  

■ For inquiries about the campaign, please contact the Tombow Pencil Inquiry Form https://www.tombow.com/contact/