Featuring a side-click lead advance button, the BIC Velocity Side Clic Mechanical Pencil offers a more convenient way to advance your lead. Just click the button embedded in the grip, and you're ready to go. These pencils offer the smoothest, darkest writing compared with other BIC mechanical pencils. The soft grip offers writing comfort and control, while the strong #2 lead does not smudge and erases easily. Each pencil features a durable eraser helps you keep your notes, tests, and compositions tidy.