TRACER Deep Hole Construction Pencil with TRACER Site Holster (120mm, Extendable 2B Construction Pencil with Inbuilt Sharpener)

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This contains 4 x 2B graphite leads for clear dark lines and 2 x yellow wax leads for darker surfaces. Today, we use that experience to craft our Dixon branded precision marking tools, which are known for their durability and effectiveness. Got this as a freebie from tooltalk and I have to say I did not know I needed it until I got it only had it a day or 2 and it is already come in handy more than once and makes life a lot easier I would suggest getting one Deffo a one for the trades. So in short, if you have to make a long reach mark (for instance on a shower wall post bracket or through a 4x2 stud) then this is the pencil that does the job.

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The only negative I have noticed is the tracer branding on the side of the marker has worn off however this is not really an issue.The pencil itself contains a solid 3mm lead, which so far has defeated any (accidental) drops to break the lead. The only time it has been left wanting is when you are trying to mark on an unfinished surface such as a block wall where a chalk system is still the only one that seems to be reliable. Especially when you’re faced with deep hole marking scenarios (marking through a joist for example – we’ve all been there!

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The built in sharpener is a great touch and the hard plastic holster allows it to take knocks without breaking the lead. Having used a number of hole marking tools in the past there still isn't one that works in all situations but for most what I come across this does the job. Comes with its own holster that clips to my pocket, the pencil doesn't slip out of its holder, the graphite is really easy to replace. The inbuilt sharpener is handy, and will always be better then the traditional stanley knife method!This marker is build to last, has a good feel to it, it is easy to use and change leads, also its got a sharpener build into a holster. These are amazing for every type of marking and the built in sharpener means you can keep your marks accurate. Suddenly your standard pencil is impractical and you’re left wondering how am I going to accurately mark through the hole? Thanks to the design, I can't see any way that this would fall out of your pocket, which is a pain with normal pencils.