Designers, artists, and architects rely on Staedtler Mars Technico, a 2.0 mm lead holder with a long history on drafting tables around the world. The familiar blue plastic body is fitted with a knurled metal grip, a metal clutch, and a metal clip that doubles as a lead grade indicator. The lead-advance button has a mini lead pointer built in, so it's easy to keep the tip sharp.

Made in Germany.

STAEDTLER: Pencil Innovation Since 1662

STAEDTLER is one of the world's oldest and best pencil manufacturers. Since 1662, when Friedrich Staedtler was the first in Germany to bring all aspects of pencil manufacturing under the same roof, the STAEDTLER name has been closely associated with fine writing and drawing tools.

From the iconic Mars Lumograph pencil to new additions like Fimo clay, tinted graphite, and pigment pens, STAEDTLER products remain a popular presence in schools and offices around the world. Generations of artists have used blue Lumograph pencils to draft their masterpieces — most likely, some world-changing creative genius is sketching with one right this minute.

At St. Louis Art Supply, we're proud to partner with heritage brands like Staedtler. In a world of dupes and questionable deals, the STAEDTLER name and world-famous Mars logo are a reassuring presence, pointing artists toward honest and high-quality supplies.