Thank you for looking (*^^*) I bought it new on Amazon, but I mistakenly bought HB. It is new and unused, but please understand that it has been in someone's hands before purchasing if you would like to use it. Thank you very much ♪ Pentel Ain 0.7mm HB mechanical pencil lead, 40 leads per pack, offering a high-quality writing experience. - Brand: Pentel - Lead size: 0.7mm - Hardness: HB - Quantity: 40 leads - Model: Ain C27-HB Note: Purchased on Amazon for 660 yen.