Bests & Worsts Reviews from Amazon

I have to warn you, I am EXTREMELY picky about my art products. I bought these based on the reviews and I must say I'm not disappointed. I knew what to expect and they exceeded my expectations. The best: 1. Some of them draw on dark paper. Didn't know they did that when I bought them, was excited to find that out. (See attached photo, they're not perfect.) The good: 1. They're mechanical pencils. Always have a nice fine point. 2. Plastic is not too wide nor too narrow. The plastic grip is not annoying. 3. The lead doesn't slip and each click at the top provides a proper amount of lead. I didn't have any problems with breakage, but I'm used to using all sorts of art supplies and have a light touch. The neutral: 1. They didn't come in a carrying case. Only cellophane. Doesn't bother me, I don't keep anything in the original cases anyway. But, it usually bothers others. 2. Soft lead. Like expensive colored pencils. 3. Eraser is under a cap. I both like and don't like when companies do this. Because I'm too busy to take off the cap so I never use it. So, when it comes time to refill it's easy. But, I have to have my other erasers handy. Or lose the cap The bad: 1. Only has 2 leads in each pencil. Each lead runs out super fast. I've already bought refills. 2. First strokes tend to be overly light. Some additional pressure and layers required. This is normal of colored pencils so not entirely unexpected. Other notes: They erase well on dark paper with polymer erasers. Have yet to try on white. Would not recommend for drafting-the lead is too soft to use with a straightedge. Would not recommend for young children-the refills are too expensive.