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Academy Sketching Pencils by Derwent, 12-Ct. Metal Tin

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A Comprehensive Range of Degrees Perfect for Tackling Every Subject

The Academy Sketching Pencil leaves a lasting mark with its soft, extra wide graphite strip. From quick, freestyle sketches to more thoughtful, detail work, Academy sketching pencils provide versatility, so they're perfect for beginning artists. Sketching pencils provide the foundation for most artwork so having a large range to choose from is ideal. For fine, straight lines choose a hard H pencil that will hold its point. Available in HB - 5H. For work that includes smudging, the dark, smooth and soft B pencil is your best choice. Available in six degrees: 3B, 2B, B, HB, H, 2H. Plus, the pencils are pre-sharpened for immediate use.

  • Tin includes: 6B, 5B, 4B, 3B, 2B, B, HB, H, 2H, 3H, 4H, 5H
  • Hexagonal 6.9 mm barrel
  • 2.9 mm core
  • Also available in a tin and pod of 12
12-Ct. Sketching Pencils
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Made in UK
Derwent Heritage

Since 1832, Derwent has been inspiring amateur and professional artists with an exceptional range of innovative fine art materials.

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  • Slim 6.9mm hexagonal graphite gray, easy-grip barrel
  • Natural wood barrels and quality graphite is easy to sharpen; break resistant
  • For smudging, the dark, smooth, soft B pencil is your best choice
  • For fine, straight lines choose a hard pencil that will hold its point
  • Degree is printed on the end of the barrel for easy identification

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