Blackwing Graphite Guide

Blackwing Graphite Guide

Each Blackwing pencil has one of the four graphite firmnesses from extra firm to soft. While there are no rules for which graphite to choose for your task, here are some details to help. Experiment and find what you like!

Extra Firm Pencils

  • Best point retention
  • Needs to be sharpened the least ­
  • Perfect for precise and detailed work

Firm Pencils

  • All-time bestseller
  • Great point-retention, yet buttery smooth
  • Great for writing and sketching

Balanced Pencils

  • Well balanced
  • Best of both worlds
  • Great for writing and sketching

Soft Pencils

  • Lays the darkest line
  • Darkest & smoothest core ­
  • Dynamically reflects the applied pressure
  • Great for drawing

Blackwing

Legendary Pencils Favoured by Professionals

Favored by award-winning artists and professionals since the 1930’s, Blackwing pencil has become a legend for it's unique design and high quality materials, which ensure unsurpassed writing and drawing experience.

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