I feel the rotating mechanism is slighty overrated, the sharp point described by the packaging is rarely ever actually seen

and I always have a sharp point

I have come to appreciate the way the lead will turn to keep the point good as you advance the lead

The rotating tip is perfect for always having a sharp point to write with and helps to make your writing look a little more consistent

I still notice a bit of an angled edge rather than a sharp point but it really does have consistent clean lines and it well built.