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Make every day a Mechanical Pencil Day - stock up on your favorite supplies and get ready for some serious writing!
It's time to get creative and celebrate Mechanical Pencil Day on July 5! This holiday has been around since the early 1930s, when mechanical pencils were first invented. It's a great way to recognize the convenience and ecological benefits of using this writing tool compared to traditional wooden pencils. And while we may not be able to go back in time and thank the inventors of mechanical pencils, we can certainly show our appreciation by celebrating this special day each year. So go ahead and break out your favourite mechanical pencil and get creative!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1822</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Mechanical Pencil Patent</div><div class='timeline-text'>Sampson Mordan and John Isaac Hawkins filed the first patent for a refillable mechanical pencil in England.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1858</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Hymen Lipman's Patent</div><div class='timeline-text'>Hymen Lipman received a patent for combining a mechanical pencil with an eraser in the same device in the United States.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1906</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Introduction of Tokuji Hayakawa's Pencil</div><div class='timeline-text'>Tokuji Hayakawa, a Japanese inventor, introduced a mechanical pencil named the "Ever-Ready Sharp Pencil," marking the start of the Sharp Corporation.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1938</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Celebration of Mechanical Pencil Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The unique holiday dedicated to this innovative writing tool, Mechanical Pencil Day, was first celebrated.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1969</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Moon Landing Equipment</div><div class='timeline-text'>Mechanical pencils were part of astronauts' official equipment during the Apollo Moon landing missions, highlighting their utility and reliability.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2005</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Modern Mechanical Pencil Innovations</div><div class='timeline-text'>Kuru Toga, a mechanical pencil that auto-rotates the lead to keep the point sharp, was introduced by Uni Mitsubishi, an indicator of continuous developments in the field.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a poem</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Write out a poem about mechanical pencils and their significance to you. It could be anything from a haiku to an acrostic poem.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make a drawing</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Grab your favorite mechanical pencil and draw something special in honor of the day. You could draw a picture of what a mechanical pencil means to you, or create a portrait of someone special.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Share your story</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Post on social media about a special memory involving a mechanical pencil. Share stories, quotes, or reflections that you have about the instrument.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Give the gift of writing</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Buy a few extra mechanical pencils and give them out as gifts to your friends and family. Whether it’s for their next art project or for taking notes in school, they’ll be sure to appreciate it.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite your friends to celebrate Mechanical Pencil Day at your house. Encourage them to bring their favorite mechanical pencils and even some of their artwork made with the instrument.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Mechanical pencils are easy to use</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Unlike regular pencils, mechanical pencils do not need sharpening and the lead never wears out. This makes them extremely convenient when working on writing or drawing projects as they can be used for extended periods of time without having to replace the lead.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Mechanical pencils are comfortable</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The grip of a mechanical pencil is much better than that of a regular pencil because it allows you to write more accurately and comfortably for extended periods of time. Also, the shape of the tip ensures that your hand will not fatigue quickly when repetitively pressing down while writing or sketching.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Mechanical pencils come in various sizes</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Whatever your preference may be - extra fine, 0.7 mm, 0.9 mm, etc. - there's sure to be a mechanical pencil that fits your needs perfectly! Whether you're drafting complicated schematics or taking notes from lectures, mechanical pencils are the ideal choice for any task that requires precision and accuracy.</p></div></div>
Mechanical Pencil Day is celebrated on July 5 every year. In 2024 Mechanical Pencil Day will occur on a Friday.
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