Derwent Sketching Pencils are a glossy black barrel pencil with an innovative red angled stripe to easily identify the range of pencil. The soft, thick 4mm strip allows broad coverage and is ideal for producing naturally bold strokes, strong lines and for shading large areas. Produced in three versatile degrees - HB, 2B and 4B, they blend beautifully for a smooth transition from the softest grey to the deepest black. Smooth, easy to sharpen California Cedar Wood Barrel. The broad, round barrel is comfortable in the hand, allowing easy movement with maximum control. Manufactured from the finest quality materials, the strip gives extra smooth performance for professional results. Ideal for quick, free style sketches and bold line drawings. Cardboard tub holds 72 Sketching pencils in an assortment of 24 of each of the BH, 2B and 4B pencils.