I've been using this for a while. As you can see if you look closely at the second image, the pen tip is slightly bent. This is likely the reason why the lead breaks immediately after being advanced. Therefore, I'm listing it as "defective." Please consider either repairing it yourself or replacing the parts. The current retail price is 1760 yen. A silver mechanical pencil with a metal grip, 0.5mm lead diameter. - Brand: STAEDTLER - Model: 925 05 - Color: Silver - Features: Metal grip - Lead diameter: 0.5mm Thank you for looking.