What’s the difference between a ‘drawing’ pencil and a ‘sketching’ pencil - are they both graphite?

Yes, they are both graphite. ‘Drawing’ pencils are at the harder end of the scale (H), the higher the H number the harder the graphite and the lighter the tone it will create. ‘Sketching’ pencils are softer (B) and make darker, richer tones.

How long are these pencils?

They are the standard 19cm in length, until sharpened of course.

Does this set come with a Tutorial and Guide Book?

A 5-stage detailed tutorial is included with all sets, but the Guide Book is only available with our 40, 60 and 100 piece Drawing Sets.

Does this set include sepia and sanguine pencils?

No, sepia and sanguine pencils are only included in our 40, 60 and 100 piece Drawing & Sketching sets.

Can the pencils be bought individually?

Unfortunately, we do not sell individual pencils at the moment but this is something we are considering for the future.

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Castle Art Supplies 12 Piece Drawing Pencils, Quality Graphite Sketch Pencils with Bonus tin case. Perfect Starter Sketching Pencils or Top Up Set for Art Supplies

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Age range (description)
Adult
Brand
Castle Art
Colour
Black54
Ink colour
Black
Writing instrument form
Graphite

🧳Bonus sturdy tin case

✏️12 graphite grades 5H-8B

🛡️Durable Basswood casing

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Description

✏️ Elevate your sketches with every shade — don’t just draw, create a masterpiece!

READY TO CREATE - Pre-sharpened tips that sharpen consistently without breakage.
PORTABLE ART POWERHOUSE - Compact tin case keeps your essentials organized and travel-ready.
PRECISION VERSATILITY - Hard and soft graphite for technical lines and expressive shading.
DURABILITY MEETS QUALITY - Strong, centered leads in splinter-proof Basswood for flawless sketching.
COMPLETE VALUE SCALE MASTERY - From ultra-light 5H to rich 8B, unlock full tonal depth.

Castle Art Supplies 12 Piece Drawing Pencils set offers a professional-grade range of graphite pencils from 5H to 8B, housed in a durable tin case. Crafted with high-quality Basswood and centered leads, this set ensures smooth, scratch-free sketching with consistent sharpening. Ideal for beginners and seasoned artists alike, it supports diverse techniques from fine technical lines to rich shading, making it the ultimate starter or top-up kit for any creative toolkit.

Specifications

ASIN	B07FSLBGLS
Additional Features	Durable tin case
Age Range (Description)	Adult
Age Range Description	Adult
Best Sellers Rank	#138,724 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ( See Top 100 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ) #602 in Drawing Pencils
Body Shape	Round
Brand	Castle Art Supplies
Brand Name	Castle Art Supplies
Color	Black
Customer Reviews	4.8 out of 5 stars 3,016 Reviews
Drill Point	Fine
Grip Type	Hexagonal
Hand Orientation	Ambidextrous
Hardness	H
Included Components	Metal Case, Tutorial
Ink Color	Black
Item Weight	6.72 ounces
Line Size	0.3mm
Manufacturer	Castle Art Supplies
Material	Metal, Tin, Wood
Material Type	Metal, Tin, Wood
Model Name	12 Drawing & Sketching
Recommended Uses For Product	Drawing, Sketching
Unit Count	12 Count
Writing Instrument Form	Graphite Pencil
Writing Technique	pencil lead

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