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Derwent : Graphic Pencil : 5B
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Derwent Graphic Graphite Pencil - 5B / Single
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Derwent Graphic Pencils 5B 1804319
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Derwent Graphic Pencil 5B
originally posted on dickblick.com
Love that the sets come in all the "B" softness (B thru B9) and all the "H" hardnesses of (H thru H 9) and a more mixed set of medium pencils , normally i use faber-castell I could'nt find the pencil sets on-line. Derwent offered full degrees on many sites but the best was on blicks. , as a professional artist i use the extra hard pencils for blending softer darker grahite for fine shading in my hyper-realistic artworks , Derwent is a fine product and great pencils at a good price.you wont be disaapointed, (keep in mind different manfactorers each have different manufactoring methods, and make up of their pencils,(ie,, wood , leads ect) so take time to practice and get the feeling of the pencil , how it shapens, its coverage and blending abilities , durability and ... MoreLove that the sets come in all the "B" softness (B thru B9) and all the "H" hardnesses of (H thru H 9) and a more mixed set of medium pencils , normally i use faber-castell I could'nt find the pencil sets on-line. Derwent offered full degrees on many sites but the best was on blicks. , as a professional artist i use the extra hard pencils for blending softer darker grahite for fine shading in my hyper-realistic artworks , Derwent is a fine product and great pencils at a good price.you wont be disaapointed, (keep in mind different manfactorers each have different manufactoring methods, and make up of their pencils,(ie,, wood , leads ect) so take time to practice and get the feeling of the pencil , how it shapens, its coverage and blending abilities , durability and breakage pressure point prior to use on actual artwork)
originally posted on michaels.com
I bought this pencil to sketch on canvas for acrylic painting based on a recommendation since it was purported to be easy to paint over. While it does sketch alright on canvas, it still shows through the lighter colors of acrylic paint. The lead doesn't last long either.
originally posted on dickblick.com
My main pencil is the Staedtler Mars Lumograph, but I've been trying many different brands lately--not really to replace the Staedtlers, but to just get a feel for what is out there.These Derwent pencils are great. No complaints at all (well okay, I'll give just one below). They draw smoothly, the hardness grading is accurate and well-distributed over the range, they lay on the paper and blend nicely, and they erase well. I won't really say they are better than my Staedtler pencils, but they are certainly no worse either. I'd rate them as very close.Things I liked about them: well... they glide on the paper very well. And I REALLY like that there is a 9H in the line (it gives a nice flat shade). This is in fact a temptation for me to start using them much more ... MoreMy main pencil is the Staedtler Mars Lumograph, but I've been trying many different brands lately--not really to replace the Staedtlers, but to just get a feel for what is out there.These Derwent pencils are great. No complaints at all (well okay, I'll give just one below). They draw smoothly, the hardness grading is accurate and well-distributed over the range, they lay on the paper and blend nicely, and they erase well. I won't really say they are better than my Staedtler pencils, but they are certainly no worse either. I'd rate them as very close.Things I liked about them: well... they glide on the paper very well. And I REALLY like that there is a 9H in the line (it gives a nice flat shade). This is in fact a temptation for me to start using them much more often. Also, the 9B pencil is still a real graphite pencil. I REALLY liked that too. My Staedtler 8B is something besides graphite--it draws more like a prismacolor pencil and is noticeably different from the rest of the set because it feels very waxy and, even though it is nice and dark, it has a flatter sheen than the other pencils. This was NOT the case with the Derwent 9B. They were consistent from 9H to 9B as far as real graphite and a real graphite look on the paper. This is a BIG plus, because several manufacturers (as with Staedtler) market their 8B and 9B pencils as "graphite" and they really are not the same graphite used in the rest of the pencils, if they are graphite at all. They should be marketed as something different (as Kimberly does with the 9xxB pencil). So, I give a big thumbs-up for Derwent's consistency through their hardnesses.Thing I didn't like so much: the hardness label is on only one facet of the pencil--let's get that printed on all six sides or at least three, folks!I will say the pencils have a slightly more "waxy" (maybe that's not quite the right word, but just different: maybe "softer"?) feel than my Staedtlers (just VERY slightly, though)--that's not really a good or bad thing. It's just a matter of getting used to it and personal preference. It didn't affect the performance at all, and I could go with it just fine.All in all, these are great pencils and I would put them far ahead of most manufacturers. I'd put them in the "great pencils" class with Caran d'Ache, Staedtler, and Tombow (although Tombow has a little problem with their hardness rating scale). Ultimately, you can't go wrong with Derwent pencils.
| Country of Manufacture | United Kingdom |
| To use with | Pencil & Drawing |
Derwent : Graphic Pencil : 5B
Delivery between Mon – Tue $9.70
Derwent Graphic Graphite Pencil - 5B / Single
Delivery $25
Derwent Graphic Pencils 5B 1804319
Delivery $9.99
Derwent Graphic Pencil 5B
Love that the sets come in all the "B" softness (B thru B9) and all the "H" hardnesses of (H thru H 9) and a more mixed set of medium pencils , normally i use faber-castell I could'nt find the pencil sets on-line. Derwent offered full degrees on many sites but the best was on blicks. , as a professional artist i use the extra hard pencils for blending softer darker grahite for fine shading in my hyper-realistic artworks , Derwent is a fine product and great pencils at a good price.you wont be disaapointed, (keep in mind different manfactorers each have different manufactoring methods, and make up of their pencils,(ie,, wood , leads ect) so take time to practice and get the feeling of the pencil , how it shapens, its coverage and blending abilities , durability and ... MoreLove that the sets come in all the "B" softness (B thru B9) and all the "H" hardnesses of (H thru H 9) and a more mixed set of medium pencils , normally i use faber-castell I could'nt find the pencil sets on-line. Derwent offered full degrees on many sites but the best was on blicks. , as a professional artist i use the extra hard pencils for blending softer darker grahite for fine shading in my hyper-realistic artworks , Derwent is a fine product and great pencils at a good price.you wont be disaapointed, (keep in mind different manfactorers each have different manufactoring methods, and make up of their pencils,(ie,, wood , leads ect) so take time to practice and get the feeling of the pencil , how it shapens, its coverage and blending abilities , durability and breakage pressure point prior to use on actual artwork)
I bought this pencil to sketch on canvas for acrylic painting based on a recommendation since it was purported to be easy to paint over. While it does sketch alright on canvas, it still shows through the lighter colors of acrylic paint. The lead doesn't last long either.
My main pencil is the Staedtler Mars Lumograph, but I've been trying many different brands lately--not really to replace the Staedtlers, but to just get a feel for what is out there.These Derwent pencils are great. No complaints at all (well okay, I'll give just one below). They draw smoothly, the hardness grading is accurate and well-distributed over the range, they lay on the paper and blend nicely, and they erase well. I won't really say they are better than my Staedtler pencils, but they are certainly no worse either. I'd rate them as very close.Things I liked about them: well... they glide on the paper very well. And I REALLY like that there is a 9H in the line (it gives a nice flat shade). This is in fact a temptation for me to start using them much more ... MoreMy main pencil is the Staedtler Mars Lumograph, but I've been trying many different brands lately--not really to replace the Staedtlers, but to just get a feel for what is out there.These Derwent pencils are great. No complaints at all (well okay, I'll give just one below). They draw smoothly, the hardness grading is accurate and well-distributed over the range, they lay on the paper and blend nicely, and they erase well. I won't really say they are better than my Staedtler pencils, but they are certainly no worse either. I'd rate them as very close.Things I liked about them: well... they glide on the paper very well. And I REALLY like that there is a 9H in the line (it gives a nice flat shade). This is in fact a temptation for me to start using them much more often. Also, the 9B pencil is still a real graphite pencil. I REALLY liked that too. My Staedtler 8B is something besides graphite--it draws more like a prismacolor pencil and is noticeably different from the rest of the set because it feels very waxy and, even though it is nice and dark, it has a flatter sheen than the other pencils. This was NOT the case with the Derwent 9B. They were consistent from 9H to 9B as far as real graphite and a real graphite look on the paper. This is a BIG plus, because several manufacturers (as with Staedtler) market their 8B and 9B pencils as "graphite" and they really are not the same graphite used in the rest of the pencils, if they are graphite at all. They should be marketed as something different (as Kimberly does with the 9xxB pencil). So, I give a big thumbs-up for Derwent's consistency through their hardnesses.Thing I didn't like so much: the hardness label is on only one facet of the pencil--let's get that printed on all six sides or at least three, folks!I will say the pencils have a slightly more "waxy" (maybe that's not quite the right word, but just different: maybe "softer"?) feel than my Staedtlers (just VERY slightly, though)--that's not really a good or bad thing. It's just a matter of getting used to it and personal preference. It didn't affect the performance at all, and I could go with it just fine.All in all, these are great pencils and I would put them far ahead of most manufacturers. I'd put them in the "great pencils" class with Caran d'Ache, Staedtler, and Tombow (although Tombow has a little problem with their hardness rating scale). Ultimately, you can't go wrong with Derwent pencils.
I bought several shades of the graphic pencils for my grandson. He likes to draw and is showing some talent. He was with me at the time of purchase and selected the shades he thought he would like. The pencils appear to be solid products and we have been happy with them.
This pencil is pretty high quality. It's really good for shading but no so great for detail. I'd definitely recommend something less soft for tiny details. But overall, this pencil is great for sketching and a great price for beginners who want something a little more luxurious and professional feeling!
We used to drive from Maryland to NYC to Pearl Paints store to by our favorite pencils. After using pencils down to 2 inch lengths, the name of the pencil was lost. The store was permanently closed. Fortunately when repairing our range in the kitchen, we found a full length pencil behind it and recovered the name - Derwent. Were very happy to buy the pencils at Jerry's Artarama
Have been using Derwent Graphic Pencils for over 25 years. I never use anything else. Yes, they are pricey, but the lead is smooth and the gradations are perfect. It never changes from one set to the next, one pencil to the next. If you use up your 9B in the middle of a drawing, you can go to the new 9B with no change in tone. The lead holds together, even after I have dropped them on the floor, I don't end up with a pencil that has pieces inside. It will happen, but not often like other brands. You will never end up with streaks or dings in your drawings because of inconsistent lead with Derwent. I also use their watercolor and pastel pencils for color work. Same consistent quality.
I haven't used these much as of yet; I'm not displeased with my initial trials. Smooth, Solid Soft lead. Maybe cleaner than the EBONY Pencil I'm seeking to match. Most Pencils, in my experience seem to have a Sharpening Issue; in that the seams of the Wood Clinch often catch on the Hand Sharpener Blade. With CARE, this Pencil came through with Flying Colors.
These test as a HIGH QUALITY Pencil.I'm testing an 8B & 7B at present. The Pencil Stroke is similar for Both, offering nice Smoothness & Consistency of value.I often use EBONY Pencils to add intensity to my work, alone or in combination with a 2B.The Gradation and Tone of the EBONY is Great, but doesn't Pair well along with other Soft Lead Pencils.I'm hoping these Pencils; used in combination, will allow me to build Density more seamlessly.For 40 years, I've always used the Best Quality Drawing Pencils and Leads I could Buy. Nevertheless, if you drop a Soft Lead Pencil, much of the remaining unsharpened lead is Broken and falls out when re-sharpening. Pencil LOST.I'm hoping the apparent High Quality and Affordable Price of these Pencils will make such ... MoreThese test as a HIGH QUALITY Pencil.I'm testing an 8B & 7B at present. The Pencil Stroke is similar for Both, offering nice Smoothness & Consistency of value.I often use EBONY Pencils to add intensity to my work, alone or in combination with a 2B.The Gradation and Tone of the EBONY is Great, but doesn't Pair well along with other Soft Lead Pencils.I'm hoping these Pencils; used in combination, will allow me to build Density more seamlessly.For 40 years, I've always used the Best Quality Drawing Pencils and Leads I could Buy. Nevertheless, if you drop a Soft Lead Pencil, much of the remaining unsharpened lead is Broken and falls out when re-sharpening. Pencil LOST.I'm hoping the apparent High Quality and Affordable Price of these Pencils will make such experience less aggravating.
I do very little actual sketching, but I do use these Derwent graphite pencils for my calligraphy practice. They were recommended by a calligraphy instructor as ones he uses (and he's a scribe for the Royal Crown in the UK) so I figure if they're good enough for him .... But really, I have done some great practice with these pencils, you can achieve the "shade" effect when practicing Copperplate, but these can be much more forgiving than ink and a nib. I can't really speak to these pencils when used for actual graphite sketches, thats above my pay grade.
| Country of Manufacture | United Kingdom |
| To use with | Pencil & Drawing |
Derwent Graphic sketching pencils are widely used by designers, artists and illustrators. They are ideal for detailed illustration, figure work and for subtle and expressive portraiture.
Derwent Graphic sketching pencils are widely used by designers, artists and illustrators. They are ideal for detailed illustration, figure work and for subtle and expressive portraiture.
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Derwent : Graphic Pencil : 5B
Derwent Graphic sketching pencils are widely used by designers, artists and illustrators. They are ideal for detailed illustration, figure work and for subtle and expressive portraiture.
Derwent Graphic sketching pencils are widely used by designers, artists and illustrators. They are ideal for detailed illustration, figure work and for subtle and expressive portraiture.
