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Twelve grey hexagonal graphite pencils in a wallet, 6.9mm wide

Derwent Academy Graphite Sketching Pencils 12 Count 6.9mm

SKU CH-AA96-X6JR0

Set of 12 hexagonal graphite pencils in 6.9mm barrels spanning 6B to 5H grades for sketching and detail work

  • Writing tool typeColored Pencils
  • Pastel typeOil Pastels
  • Main colorBlack
  • Product shapeAngle Chisel
  • Colors1, 12
  • Item count1
  • 12 graphite degrees from 6B to 5H for every sketching need
  • 9 mm hexagonal barrels give a secure, comfortable grip
  • Natural wood casings sharpen cleanly and resist breakage
  • Soft B-range pencils blend smoothly for rich shading
  • Hard H-range pencils hold a fine point for precise lines

Derwent Academy Graphite Pencils 12 Count

This set contains twelve graphite sketching pencils spanning grades 6B through 5H. The range covers soft leads for broad shading and hard leads for precise line work. A slim 6.9 mm hexagonal barrel gives a secure grip for both left and right handed users. Natural wood casings sharpen cleanly and resist breakage during regular studio use.

Wallet Storage and Grade Identification

The pencils arrive in a compact wallet that keeps the full range organised and portable. Each barrel end is printed with its degree so the artist can select the correct hardness without guesswork. Soft B grades produce dark, smooth marks suited to blending and smudging. Harder H grades hold a fine point for detailed drawing and technical line work.

Graphite Medium Limitations

Graphite marks are not water resistant and will smudge if handled before fixing. The medium cannot produce permanent ink like lines or saturated colour washes. Very soft grades wear down quickly on abrasive paper and require frequent sharpening. Artists needing waterproof lines or vivid pigment must supplement with ink or coloured media.

How it compares

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Price $9.99
Cheaper than about 85% of the 415 comparable items (median $14.99).

Specifications

Product
Product lineDerwent
Model nameAcademy
Part number2300412
Product typeDrawing & Lettering Aids
Writing tool typeColored Pencils
Product colorBlack
Main colorBlack
Colors1, 12
Size & build
Size or dimensionsBroad
Main materialGraphite
Product shapeAngle Chisel
Product weight0.15 lb (0.07 kg)
In the box
Item count1
More details
Pastel typeOil Pastels
Project typeCalligraphy

Questions about this item

When will I need to sharpen or replace the 6.9 mm graphite cores?

Each pencil sharpens to a fine or wide point with a standard sharpener; the 12-count wallet covers 6B through 5H so you rotate grades instead of wearing one down quickly.

Which hardness grade wears down first during long drawing sessions?

The softer B-range pencils (6B-B) deposit more graphite per stroke, so they dull faster than the harder H-range grades (HB-5H) that hold a point longer.

Do the hexagonal barrels stay comfortable and cool during all-day use?

The slim 6.9 mm hexagonal wood barrels give a secure, ambidextrous grip that does not conduct heat, and the graphite core produces no noticeable odour or dust buildup.

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