It is metal - The body is solid brass. The surface is not lacquered or coated, and will tarnish (develops a patina). It can be cleaned with brass/copper cleaning methods.

Does this make your hand smell?

Yes, it leaves your hands smelling like coins. But Kaweco also offers plastic, aluminum and (guess) steel 5.6mm lead holders.

Will this fit smaler diamter leads?

Slightly smaller yes, but it's a sketch pencil meant to hold the 5.6mm. You can go a few decimal smaller, but you need to be careful that if too small, the lead will move side to side as the barrel inside is meant for 5.6mm. If one wants a writing pencil using thinner lead, then they sell a different product.

Anyone found an electric pencil sharpener compatible with this pencil?

The lead is thicker than standard wood pencils. There are mechanical pencil sharpeners which will accommodate this pencil, but I’ve found that they all quickly chew up the lead. Cap sharpener attached to this pencil really is one of the best choices.

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Kaweco SKETCH UP Clutch Pencil 5.6 mm 5B Brass with Lead Refill I Pencil 10.5 cm

Product ID: 6990015

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Age Range (Description)
Adult
Brand
Kaweco
Color
Brass
Ink Color
Black
Writing Instrument Form
Multifunction

🔄Refillable with high-quality 5B lead

✏️5.6 mm broad lead for dynamic strokes

🛠️Brass body: compact & robust design

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Description

✏️ Sketch your legacy with every bold stroke.

COMPACT POWERHOUSE - At just 10.5 cm, it’s the ultimate portable sketching companion for on-the-go creativity.
PRECISION MECHANICS - Hand-assembled in Nuremberg with flawless clutch action for smooth, reliable lead advancement.
ECO CHIC REFILLABILITY - Sustainable design with easy lead refills keeps your creative flow uninterrupted and waste minimal.
BOLD STROKES BOLD IDEAS - 5.6 mm 5B lead delivers rich, expressive lines perfect for creative pros.
BUILT TO LAST DESIGNED TO IMPRESS - Solid brass body offers a premium tactile feel and durability that stands out on your desk.

The Kaweco SKETCH UP Clutch Pencil features a robust brass body measuring 10.5 cm, equipped with a broad 5.6 mm 5B lead ideal for dynamic, expressive sketching. Hand-assembled in Nuremberg since 1883, it combines premium craftsmanship with refillable convenience, making it a must-have for discerning artists and professionals seeking both style and substance.

Specifications

ASIN	B00KKNRHIK
Additional Features	Refillable
Age Range Description	Adult
Artistic Charcoal Form	Compressed Charcoal
Best Sellers Rank	#28,656 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ( See Top 100 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ) #178 in Drawing Pencils
Body Shape	Round
Brand Name	Kaweco
Closure Type	Retractable
Color	Brass
Customer Reviews	4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (2,085)
Drill Point	Broad
Global Trade Identification Number	04250278608330
Grip Type	[INF] knurled
Hand Orientation	Ambidextrous
Hardness	B
Included Components	Sharpener
Ink Base	Oil
Ink Color	Black
Item Diameter	0.4 inches
Item Dimensions	4.13 x 0.39 x 0.39 inches
Item Weight	45 g
Line Size	5_6mm
Manufacturer	Kaweco
Material Type	Brass
Model Name	SKETCH UP
Model Number	CL5.6BR
Recommended Uses For Product	Drawing, Sketching
Style	Brass
Theme	Art" or "Sketching
UPC	785525228275
Unit Count	1 Count
Warranty Description	No Warranty
Water Resistance Level	Not Water Resistant
Writing Instrument Form	Multifunction Writing Instruments
Writing Technique	pencil lead

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