# Effacing Graphite Implements The DUK1106 Eraser Pencil Merges Two Note-Taking Tools By Amelia Roblin | Published 2011-08-14 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/duk1106-eraser-pencil References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/weblog/cat/8/view/16056/deuk-young-lee-eraser-pencil.html) For such a simple object, it's actually quite poetic to see the DUK1106 Eraser Pencil as a beautiful union of two opposites. When composing a letter or producing a sketch, the lead is for scrawling and the [separate rubber](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kite-packaging-invisipen) is for expunging. Yet this design by Deuk Young Lee brings the two together in a way that differs greatly from the conventional combination. The eraser is no longer just reserved for the opposite tip of the [writing utensil](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handwriting-tool), in this case it is found along the entire length of the tool. Two materials make up the peculiar DUK1106 Eraser Pencil, which comprises a round graphite core and a cross-shaped white rubber casing. As a result of this arrangement, the user will find it to be quite a comfortable implement to use, in addition to a convenient one. Photo Credits: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/weblog/cat/8/view/16056/deuk-young-lee-eraser-pencil.html) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 64% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Dual-functionality Writing Tools:** The combination of traditionally separate writing tools provides opportunities to create more convenient and comfortable implements. - **Integrated Eraser Technology:** Incorporating eraser material into the body of writing tools can offer new and unique ways to produce sleeker and more ergonomic designs. - **Innovative Material Combinations:** Experimenting with unconventional material combinations for writing tools can result in tools that are both functional and visually intriguing. ### Who This Affects Most - **Writing Supplies:** Companies in this industry can create unique and marketable products by exploring the potential benefits of merging traditionally separate writing implements. - **Office Products:** Incorporating more integrated and efficient writing tools, such as the DUK1106 eraser pencil, can provide value to consumers and give companies a competitive edge in the office products industry. - **Design and Manufacturing:** The unique design of the DUK1106 eraser pencil highlights the potential for companies in the design and manufacturing sector to experiment with new materials and configurations to create innovative products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Unique Writing Instruments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graphite-paintbrush-writing-instrument.md) - [Stone-Grip Conical Pencils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aluminum-sphere.md) - [Elegant Everlasting Pencils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stilform-aeon.md) - [Recycled Plastic Writing Utensils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mechanical-drop-pencil.md) - [Dual-Functioning Mechanical Pencils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-penpass.md) - [Striking Writing Tool Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zenith7-desk-pen.md) - [Vertical Pencil Sharpening Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pencil-sharpener-1.md) - [Pattern-Drawing Dual-Tip Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colored-curve-pens.md) - [Three-in-One Writing Utensils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tp-pen.md)