The KUM Black Widow allows you to create a round or a pointed lead by simply inserting or removing the innovative Tipformer-System. The Tipformer-System also serves as a tool for cleaning the high-quality Dynamic Torsion Action carbon steel blades. The “Click” container opens by simply squeezing the outside of the body slightly. The perfect short cone sharpener for pencils with highly porous and powdery leads. Based in Erlangen, Germany, KUM is the world's leading manufacturer of pencil sharpeners since 1919. KUM sharpeners are distinguished by their excellent blades, quality construction and a wide variety of styles to suit all tastes.