Pencil sharpener to use with a Caran d'Ache 3mm Fixpencil.

Jeb W., a Canadian student draftsman asks "What pencil sharpener will work well with my Caran d'Ache 3mm Fixpencil?"

..... Mr. Pencil: The Swiss-made Gedess sharpener works very well. It permits one to insert the tip of the pencil into the sharpener with about 1/5" of color lead or 2/5" inch of graphite lead exposed for sharpening.
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Comments

[Ray]

If you have a black 3mm Caran d'Ache lead holder like I do, then the blue (or whatever color) button that releases the lead doubles as a sharpener. Just take the button off its end, insert lead tip into the hollow of the button, and twist to sharpen. This doesn't break the tool, and you can easily reinsert the button when done. Obviously, this simple design has no shavings canister, so beware, graphite will get everywhere. However, wonderful swiss design strikes again. The sharpening end is so hidden, that I know of veteran artists who have used this tool for 5-10 years and were surprised when I told them about this amazing function. Hope this helps!

[Fisle]

I think that the "Faber Castell 50/65 Minfix" will be great, too.
http://www.fisle.com/bilder/kontor/PICT2188.jpg

[Alberto Lung]

Haven't tried the Gedess yet since I like to use wider rubber grips on my Fixpencil leadholders. For a portable alternative, the Kum lead pointer is my current favorite and permanent fixture in my sketching bag since it works well with my 2 mm and 3 mm leadholders (http://www.pencilthings.com/servlet/Detail?no=143). The mini sandpaper pad and cleaning sponge are quite convenient to touch up the lead points.