I used these instruments for well over 30 years. The newer ones are just as good but some are made from plastic. The older ones were in fact made in Germany but nowadays these are made elsewhere. Still a good product though.
Seemingly expensive, it is worth every penny. Everything about it is nice, from the feeling of clicking out the lead to the gnarly surface of the grip. I use it for general writing and graphing, but it definitely feels like a professionals pencil.
Excellent pencil, writes very smooth. Feels good in your hand. I love to draw and I take notes a lot. I love it. Definitely recommend! Very happy with my purchase.