With the active use of simple or colored pencil have to sharpen often, and he is quickly reduced to an uncomfortable size.
However, the stump is still some time will, if inserted in a suitable cap from a ballpoint pen. By the way, inserting a pencil the other side, it can be carried in a pocket without fear of damaging the stylus.
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