Are these (2b) very different from tombow mono pencils in smoothness & ease of erasing? https://www.amazon.com/dp/b00dmwqqmo/ref=olp_product_details?_

These are not the same as the Monos. The Mono is an artist grade pencil -- it's smoother, quieter at the same grade. The 8900 says 'For General Writing' on them. Keep in mind that it's not a Japanese pencil. It's made in Vietnam. A good pencil for 6 bucks, though.

How hard or soft is the graphite? I want to use this for note-taking, so I'd like something with a relatively harder and darker graphite.

This is about the softest pencil grade normally sold for writing. It is dark, easy to erase and doesn't cut into soft paper. But it will also smear easily. That's the trade off with soft pencils. I think it is perfect for newspaper crossword puzzles and pretty good for drawings where you want shading. But for note taking, you will probably find a 2H or HB grade better even though they are lighter and harder to erase.

Are all 12 pencils in 2b lead? title says 2b, but product description mentions hb, b, and 2b...kindly clarify

I bought 12 pencils with b hardness - all in one box. Also 2b hardness - again all 12 in one boxLiz Lynam

I want to be sure. Is thIs the price for 12 pencils?

Yes, this price for 12 pencils.

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Tombow 8900 HB pencil set, 12 artist pencils, HB hardness, hexagonal shape, retro design packaging

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Age range (description)
Adult
Brand
Tombow
Colour
green
Ink colour
Gray
Material
Wood
Model name
Tombow 8900 HB

🎨versatile for writing & drawing

🔷hexagonal ergonomic grip

✏️12 premium HB pencils

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Description

✏️ Elevate your everyday writing with a touch of timeless artistry!

ALL DAY COMFORT GRIP - Hexagonal shape designed for fatigue-free creativity and professional control.
RETRO CHIC PACKAGING - Elevate your desk aesthetic with vintage-inspired lacquer finish and classic box design.
VERSATILE HB HARDNESS - Ideal balance for crisp lines and smooth shading—perfect for artists and managers alike.
CREATIVE POWERHOUSE SET - 12 pencils ready to fuel your ideas, from boardroom notes to artistic masterpieces.
TIMELESS JAPANESE CRAFTSMANSHIP - Experience precision perfected since 1948 with every stroke.

The Tombow 8900 HB pencil set features 12 finely crafted Japanese pencils with a hexagonal ergonomic design and HB hardness, perfect for precise writing and versatile drawing. Packaged in a stylish retro lacquer-finished box, this set blends classic aesthetics with professional-grade performance, ideal for artists, students, and professionals seeking both function and flair.

Specifications

ASIN	B00KA3OQ02
Age Range Description	Adult
Best Sellers Rank	68,868 in Stationery & Office Supplies ( See Top 100 in Stationery & Office Supplies ) 544 in Wooden Lead Pencils
Body Shape	Hexagonal
Brand Name	Tombow
Closure Type	Snap
Colour	green
Country Of Origin	Japan
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (536)
Drill Point	Fine
Global Trade Identification Number	04901991001044
Grip Type	Hexagonal
Hardness	HB
Included Components	Pencils
Ink Colour	Gray
Is the Product Left or Right Handed?	Ambidextrous
Item Diameter	1.75 Inches
Item Dimensions	17.8 x 4.4 x 1.6 centimetres
Item Weight	57 Grams
Line Size	0.5mm
Manufacturer	Tombow
Material Type	Wood
Model Name	Tombow 8900 Drawing Pencil, HB, Graphite 12-Pack
Model Number	51530
Product Warranty	No
Recommended Uses For Product	Writing, Sketching, Drawing, Fine Art Projects
Special Features	Ergonomic
Style	Modern
Theme	drawing
UPC	785525672450 085014515306
Unit Count	12.0 count
Water Resistance Level	Not Water Resistant
Writing Instrument Form	Graphite Pencil
Writing Technique	pencil lead

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