The Safari Mechanical Pencil uses 0.5mm leads, for fine to medium writing. Featuring an ultra-simple, push-button lead advance mechanism, plus a retracting lead sleeve, a replaceable eraser under the cap and an attached cleaning pin. The Safari, since 1980, is a classic Lamy design and remains one of the best-value ranges of quality pens around. The classic LAMY Safari series was designed by Wolfgang Fabian. Composed of sturdy ABS plastic, the Safari range features a distinctive front section and a flexible clip of spring brass wire. Lamy Safari is robust and good value making it an excellent choice among the studious type, while the high quality and excellent writing characteristics appeal to experienced pen users and collectors.