# Deceptive Hybrid Writing Tools This Wooden Mechanical Pencil Combines Two Types of Writing Tools By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2013-07-21 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-mechanical-pencil References: [gizmodo](http://gizmodo.com/a-mechanical-wooden-pencil-that-will-never-go-dull-837663005) & [bloomsburystore](http://www.bloomsburystore.com/home_interior/home_accessories/stationery/pens-pencils/tous_les_jours_mechanical_pencil_navy.htm) This wooden mechanical pencil is one that never needs to be sharpened. This hybrid writing utensil by 'Tous Les Jours' combines the form of an [eraser-topped graphite pencil](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aluminum-sphere) with the precision of a mechanical pencil. To make this design believable, the pencil even has a usable eraser. This pencil combines the best features of both writing instruments into one, making it like a super pencil. If you've ever found yourself lending out mechanical pencils and never getting them back, this deceptive tool is perfect for deterring [pencil-stealing schoolmates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pencil-multitap). To make this design even more charming, 'Tous Les Jours' (meaning "daily") has added suggestions on how to sieze each day of the week on the sides of the pencil, managing to promote its brand and provide its users with a smile. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 36% | Activity: 18% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Hybrid Writing Tools:** The combination of two types of writing tools into one offers an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the stationery industry. - **Never-sharp Pencils:** The development of pencils that never need to be sharpened opens up possibilities for disruptive innovation in the writing instrument market. - **Deceptive Design:** Incorporating deceptive features into everyday products creates opportunities for disruptive innovation in product design and marketing. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Stationery:** The stationery industry can explore the potential of hybrid writing tools to offer customers innovative and functional writing instruments. - **Writing Instruments:** The writing instrument industry can capitalize on the development of never-sharp pencils to revolutionize the way people use and maintain their writing tools. - **Product Design:** The field of product design can leverage the concept of deceptive design to create unique and engaging experiences for consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dual-Functioning Mechanical Pencils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-penpass.md) - [Unique Writing Instruments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graphite-paintbrush-writing-instrument.md) - [Elegant Everlasting Pencils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stilform-aeon.md) - [Everlasting Metal Pencils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metal-pencil.md) - [Sculptural Writing Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/experimental-pencils.md) - [Three-in-One Writing Utensils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tp-pen.md) - [Everlasting Magnetic Tip Pencils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aeon1.md) - [Modernized Desktop Pencil Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grovemade-x-blackwing-pencil-kit.md) - [Vertical Pencil Sharpening Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pencil-sharpener-1.md)