The inkless pencil is retractable. One pack includes 2pcs pencils and each one is in different fine pastel barrel. It's great to be gifts for students, friends, teachers and kids... inkless pencils is superior sketching pencil for everyday use or technical writing. The nicely balanced and sturdy design makes the pencils feel so comfortable to write with. Great balance and just the correct amount of weight and the quality body gives a rugged experience.