Manufacturer | BLACKWING |
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Brand | Blackwing |
Item Weight | 4.2 ounces |
Product Dimensions | 8.13 x 1.63 x 1.63 inches |
Item model number | 105332 |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Color | Natural |
Pencil Lead Degree (Hardness) | Extra-Firm |
Material Type | Natural |
Number of Items | 12 |
Size | 1 Count (Pack of 12) |
Point Type | Fine |
Ink Color | Gray |
Manufacturer Part Number | 104502 |
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Blackwing Natural Pencils - 12 Count, High-quality Incense-cedar, Premium Japanese Graphite, Natural Wood Design, Long lasting Extra-Firm Lead, Great for Note-taking and Journaling
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Brand | Blackwing |
Writing Instrument Form | Graphite Pencil |
Color | Natural |
Ink Color | Gray |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
About this item
- PENCILS WITH HERITAGE: First created in the 1930s, Blackwing built a following that included author John Steinbeck and Chuck Jones, who proudly used them to create Bugs Bunny. When they were discontinued in the ‘90s, devotees paid as much as $40 a pencil. In 2010, we revived the Blackwing brand for a new generation of writers, musicians, and artists.
- PERFECT FOR ILLUSTRATORS & CALLIGRAPHERS: With our extra firm Japanese graphite core, Blackwing Natural pencils are perfect for illustrators, and UI/UX designers. Add our pencils to your office or school supplies so you’ll always have a reliable writing utensil nearby. Use it for a line that is slightly firmer than the Blackwing 602. No excessive sharpening required!
- UNIQUE ICONIC DESIGN: Blackwing’s unique and iconic rectangular erasers are synonymous with quality. Each of our pencils features a specially designed ferrule, allowing you to extend or replace the eraser when it gets worn down. Our pencils make an excellent gift for men and women who like drawing or taking hand-written notes. Keep these pencils at your work desk or use them to sketch on the go.
- COMMITMENT TO QUALITY: Blackwing Natural pencils are made with the finest premium materials in the world. The exposed Incense-cedar wooden barrel, with a subtle clear matte finish, comes from California. The extra-firm, high-quality graphite comes from Japan and is ideal for note-taking, marking, and sketching. Our cool pencils are a sophisticated addition to any stationery kit.
- HOW WE GIVE BACK: A portion of the sales from all Blackwing products benefit the Blackwing Foundation, which funds and develops arts and music education at the K – 12 level. Your purchase helps provide, among other things, the instruction, learning environment, and instruments children need to participate in the Little Kids’ Rock Modern Band Program.
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Easy to hold | 4.8 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | — | 4.8 |
Longevity | 4.6 | 4.2 | 5.0 | 4.7 | — | 4.6 |
Value for money | 4.2 | 4.0 | 4.2 | 4.0 | — | 4.2 |
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point type | Fine | Flat | Rectangular | Rectangular | Rectangular | Rectangular |
material | Natural | Cedar Wood | — | Wood | Wood, Graphite | 602 |
grip type | — | ergonomic | Rectangular | — | — | Rectangular |
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ASIN | B07R9493TZ |
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Customer Reviews |
4.8 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #2,576 in Office Products (See Top 100 in Office Products) #18 in Woodcase Lead Pencils |
Date First Available | August 26, 2018 |
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What Makes Blackwing Pencils Special?
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Blackwing Matte | Blackwing Pearl | Blackwing 602 | Blackwing Natural | |
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Genuine California Incense-Cedar | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
12 Pencils per Box | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Graphite Type | Soft (Similar to 4B) | Balanced (Similar to 3B) | Firm (Similar to B) | Extra-Firm (Similar to HB) |
Barrel Finish | Black | Pearlescent White | Gunmetal Grey | Clear Matte |
Replaceable Eraser | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Eraser Color | Black | White | Pink | Grey |
Gold Imprint | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Ferrule | Gold | Gold | Gold | Gold |
Recommended For | Drawing & Art. Lays a smooth dark line. | Journaling, Music Notation & Calligraphy. Mixture of our Soft and Firm Graphite. | Writing & Sketching. Half the Pressure, Twice the Speed. | Note-Taking & Technical Drawing. Best Point Retention. |
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HIGH-QUALITY MATERIALS & CRAFTSMANSHIPOnly Blackwing pencils combine the graphite in the world, the best wood in the world, and generations of craftsmanship to create an exceptional pencil. |
SUSTAINABILITY & RENEWABILITYBlackwing pencils are made with high-quality Incense-cedar that only grows in the forests of northern California and southern Oregon. It is strictly regulated and sustainability harvested, unlike the rainforest and other unsustainable woods used in other pencils. |
EVERY PURCHASE GIVES BACKA portion of the sales from all Blackwing products benefits the Blackwing Foundation, which funds and develops life-changing arts and music education programs at the K-12 level. |
PENCILS WITH A STORY
Blackwing 602 pencils were first introduced in the 1930s. Their superior quality and distinct look made them the pencil of choice for Pulitzer, Grammy, and Academy award-winning creators from Chuck Jones to John Steinbeck and Stephen Sondheim throughout the 20th century. The Blackwing went from a pencil to an icon. Then suddenly in the 1990s, after corporate jostling, they completely vanished.
In 2010, we tapped into over 100 years of family-run pencil-making experience to reintroduce Blackwing pencils to a new generation of writers, artists, and makers. We scoured the planet to find the best raw materials, designers, and craftspeople to create the best possible pencil. Since its return, Blackwing has transformed from a single pencil into a movement.
We create thoughtfully designed products to spark inspiration, get back in touch with your senses, and find balance in your day-to-day. Your time is precious and we want to help you create beautiful moments that will last because we know that life is just that much sweeter when we slow down. Our mission is to empower everyone with the tools and education to express their creativity even at an early age. A portion of every Blackwing purchase goes towards funding life-changing arts and music programs in public schools.
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Customers like the durability, quality and feel of the pencil. For example, they mention the lead is extremely high quality, the pencil holds up a bit better and the eraser works well. That said, they appreciate the smoothness and the well balanced feel. Customers are also impresseded with the appearance and service. Opinions are mixed on sharpening and value.
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Customers like the quality of the pencil. They say the eraser is great and works well. They also say the pencils are comfortable for writing, erase beautifully, and are a pleasure to use. Customers also mention that the pencil is pound for pound the best writing pencils on the market.
"...It's rectangular, so you can easily erase fine points or wide swaths--you can even fidget with it like a clicky pen...." Read more
"Very nice, high quality pencils. You can tell the difference the moment you pick it up to use it. Great for drawing and especially hand writing...." Read more
"This is the best pencil brand I’ve ever used! The lead is extremely high quality...." Read more
"...Plus the lead marks themselves are bold and clear. A pleasure to use. Pair with the black wing sharpener." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the service provided by the pencil. They mention that it writes smoothly, beautifully, and is fantastic to use. They also say that the pencil is easy to write with and has a well-balanced feel in their hand. Customers also mention that the lead never breaks, making the writing more pleasurable and legible. They say the pencil can write a new jingle, draw a wonderful picture of a dog, and even write.
"...to hold, an eraser that lasted through most of the pencil, smooth writing. I was happy with my Dixon Ticonderoga Tri-Writes for years...." Read more
"...You can tell the difference the moment you pick it up to use it. Great for drawing and especially hand writing...." Read more
"...The Blackwing 602 does not smudge easily...." Read more
"What can you say about a pencil ... these are very nice, smooth to write with, and have erasers that actually work well!! Highly recommended!!" Read more
Customers like the feel of the pencil. For example, they say it's smooth, buttery smooth, and easy to write with. Customers also mention that the wood is smooth and the pencil is well balanced. They say the lead feels softer than the rest and produces a dark, bold line with no scratchiness.
"...would be one that held a point without breaking, dark lead, comfortable to hold, an eraser that lasted through most of the pencil, smooth writing...." Read more
"...There is no scratchy sensation as you write; the lead moves smoothly across the paper and leaves an even, clear line...." Read more
"...The pencil is so smooth, it's like writing with butter, but hard controllable butter. Plus the lead marks themselves are bold and clear...." Read more
"...They hold shape incredibly well, the lead is smooth and buttery, they last way longer than you'd think if you take care of them, I use them for..." Read more
Customers like the durability of the pencil. They say the build quality is exceptional, and the simple yet sleek design exudes elegance. They are pleased with the quality of graphite, which holds up a bit better than any of the others. The lead never breaks, and it writes smoothly. Customers also love the incense cedar construction and the big Blackwing eraser. They even smell good, being made of real cedar.
"...And since they don't break as often as my old pencils, they last longer, so you get some good value for your money that way...." Read more
"This is the best pencil brand I’ve ever used! The lead is extremely high quality...." Read more
"...and, even though I have to sharpen them frequently, the graphite holds up a bit better than any of the others - even better than the Black Warrior...." Read more
"...hold shape incredibly well, the lead is smooth and buttery, they last way longer than you'd think if you take care of them, I use them for drawing..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the pencil. They mention that it is good looking, smooth to write with, and beautiful. The point is gorgeously sharp, and the pencil is smooth and shiny. Customers also say that the pencil has an elegant feel and smooth graphite.
"Very nice, high quality pencils. You can tell the difference the moment you pick it up to use it. Great for drawing and especially hand writing...." Read more
"What can you say about a pencil ... these are very nice, smooth to write with, and have erasers that actually work well!! Highly recommended!!" Read more
"...The other two are too soft for my taste. They all produce a beautiful, even line...." Read more
"First time buying this pencils. So soft and good looking compared with other high end pencils...." Read more
Customers like the color of the pencil. They say it provides dark clear lines, is responsive to pressure, and is darker than average pencils. They appreciate that the graphite is dark enough to see and doesn't smudge. Customers also mention that the pencil is capable of dark strokes around B softness with moderate pressure.
"...Me, that's who. I'm addicted. The writing is so smooth and easy. The lead is dark, easily readable and doesn't smudge--very important for crosswords!..." Read more
"...how’s work is writing and changing- eraser works great pencil soft and dark and clean writer...." Read more
"...They make a nice dark line and the pencil glides smoothly over the paper. It's just so satisfying to use." Read more
"...The pencils write with a dark lead and the eraser is soft and does the job." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the pencils. Some mention that they are worth the price, while others say that they're a bit pricey.
"...The eraser--the eraser alone is worth the premium. It's extendable so it'll last as long as the pencil...." Read more
"...I do think they are a bit over priced, but after the struggle I went through to find a writing instrument that reduced the sensory input issues that..." Read more
"...Is it worth the money? Ah-ha. It's up to you. The closest competitor for my tastes is the Palomino HB...." Read more
"...Obviously they are expensive, but you get for what you get. I recently bought a special edition, perfect quality." Read more
Customers are mixed about the sharpening of the pencil. Some mention that it sharpens easily to a beautiful point, while others say that it doesn't sharpen well and needs to be sharpened more often.
"...It sharpens easily to a beautiful point and the width of the line is consistent so in all this is a fabulous product...." Read more
"...use up a bit more quickly than say a Ticonderoga and needs to be sharpened more frequently because of the softer lead...." Read more
"If you want nice pencils these are the best. They sharpen to a razor's edge, have soft, dark lead for multiple uses, and a well thought out eraser..." Read more
"...as the soft lead transfer to the paper so quickly and you have to sharpen more often than you are accustomed to do with other pencils...." Read more
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I've always had a thing for writing implements, and am very picky about my pencils (don't get me started on the awful office pencils. I buy my own out of pocket). My perfect pencil would be one that held a point without breaking, dark lead, comfortable to hold, an eraser that lasted through most of the pencil, smooth writing. I was happy with my Dixon Ticonderoga Tri-Writes for years. They weren't perfect, but they were. . . adequate.
Then I saw a review for the Palomino Blackwings, and bought them on impulse, not really believing the reviews, thinking I'd debunk them. Even when I hit "Purchase", I couldn't quite believe I'd bought them.
So who pays $24 for 12 pencils? Me, that's who. I'm addicted. The writing is so smooth and easy. The lead is dark, easily readable and doesn't smudge--very important for crosswords!. The lead is probably softer than what you're used to (I think it's #1 vs. the standard #2), but I wound up liking that once I got used to it.
The point doesn't break easily--you really don't need as much pressure with this. It lives up to its slogan. And since they don't break as often as my old pencils, they last longer, so you get some good value for your money that way.
The eraser--the eraser alone is worth the premium. It's extendable so it'll last as long as the pencil. It's rectangular, so you can easily erase fine points or wide swaths--you can even fidget with it like a clicky pen.
I honestly didn't think this pencil was all that great until I tried to go back to my Tri-Writes when I couldn't find the Palomino. It was like going from a Porsche to a Pinto. I stopped what I was working on to search for my Palominos.
My one minor quibble is, although it says it's made of incense cedar, I don't notice any aroma (I love the smell of a freshly-sharpened pencil). Given what a joy they are to use, though, I'll just sniff a cedar block instead.
I only wish they made pencils with a harder lead, like 2½. This lead is like B, or HB.
The pencil is so smooth, it's like writing with butter, but hard controllable butter. Plus the lead marks themselves are bold and clear. A pleasure to use. Pair with the black wing sharpener.
By series, I mean the whole Blackwing series: the 602, the Pearl, and the regular Blackwing. The Blackwing 602 has the hardest graphite lead of the bunch - close to a regular HB but a bit softer. The Pearl has an even softer lead. And the regular Blackwing itself is even softer than the Pearl. I use pencils to write and edit documents all day, and the 602 is the only one of the Blackwing series I can really use. The other two are too soft for my taste. They all produce a beautiful, even line.
How do the 602s measure up against my other favorite pencils: the Palomino HB Palomino Graphite Pencils - HB Eraser Tipped Blue - 12 Count], the Mirado Black Warrior [[ASIN:B00443G2JC Mirado Black Warrior Pencils - HB #2, Black Matte Barrel, Dozen(sold in packs of 3) , the Palomino Forest Choice ForestChoice Graphite #2 Pencils - 36 Count and the Staedler Rally Graphite #2 Staedtler Rally Graphite #2 Pencil, 12-Each (9122-2B12) ? The Mirado Black Warrior has a harder feel to the lead than the other ones, closest to the HB pencils used in a school. All the others are a bit softer. The 602s are the easiest to write with and, even though I have to sharpen them frequently, the graphite holds up a bit better than any of the others - even better than the Black Warrior. I think the 602 just sharpens easier. The eraser on these pencils is also better than what I find on the other pencils.
Is it worth the money? Ah-ha. It's up to you. The closest competitor for my tastes is the Palomino HB. It's half the price but 80% as good as the Blackwing 602.
If I were buying a gift, I would go for something in the Blackwing series, but I would probably check out the entire selection of pencils and gift boxes available at pencils.com. The price is about the same but the shipping is more reliable. Whoever packed my recent Amazon shipment just threw the Pearls and the 602s in a bigger box with my other items with no extra wrapping. Come on - it's an expensive item, folks! A rubber band would have been nice, if not a piece of plastic wrap. The box for the Pearls was crushed by another item and every pencil was outside the box and somewhat damaged in the shipping. I'm sure Amazon would have graciously accepted a return, but it would be nice to just have it shipped properly to begin with to avoid the hassle. Since the Pearls were too soft for my taste anyway, I ended up passing them on to a starving artist friend who eagerly accepted them.
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I’m a musician / composer and I love writing with these in a good manuscript notebook. I think they’re likely nicer for writing music than the 602 (which is more famous for novel writers and is a harder compound) but next I would like to try some of the even softer matte variety, to see if they’re even easier when writing out a load of crotchets / quavers etc.