Normally the idea of sharpening both ends of a pencil just seems plain wrong to me. I have had one too many pencils break my skin when I put my hand in my pocket for that to be practical. A couple of pencil caps from General pencil solve that issue for me.
This pencil writes smooth without the waxy feel of the typical colored pencil. The lead is surprisingly strong and long lasting. I do find myself using the red more than the blue but it is nice being able to write feedback and correct grammar all with the same pencil. Highly recommended. Cost about a buck a piece and they are available online and at local art stores.
I have a few similar blue/red pencils from Teachers Only (where I also get my misprinted carpenter pencils....)they are so-so. Maybe I'll try these.
ReplyDeleteI noticed you are reviewing the Faber perfect pencil and Hanson finish pencil: Both are some of my favorites for daily writing. The Castell 9000 B are really some of the best leads in my opinion.
I look forward to the upcoming reviews!
Matthew: I'm doing a Documentary film on the pencil...if you would like to see a chapter, send your email address to acoustic59@gmail.com and I'll send the YouTube link. (I want to restrict who views the rough footage, so won't post it here).
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