Faber-Castell Pencil – 5B

What are Faber-Castell Pencils?

Founded in 1761, Faber-Castell is the oldest pencil manufacturer in the world. Choose from the highest quality graphite pencils in a wide variety of designs and colors.

What are they used for?

Their quality and variety of grades have made them a favorite among illustrators and artists. Their lead, glued along the entire length of the pencil, is particularly break-resistant. The Castell 9000 is available in 16 degrees of hardness, making it the perfect pencil for technical and artistic applications.

What is the difference with Faber-Castell pencils?

Faber-Castell pencils are divided into “H” and “B”. “H” pencils are harder pencils with a light stroke, and “B” pencils are soft pencils with a darker stroke. “F” and “HB” pencils are the midpoint of the pencils.The HB Faber-Castell pencil has a lead that is a mix between soft and hard; we can say it is the zero on the scale, leaning towards soft. It is the most commonly used for taking notes as it allows for consistent and clear writing without leaving marks on the paper.A pencil with a lead made with more clay mixed with graphite is a more resistant pencil. They are distinguished, on the one hand, by the letters H and B and, on the other hand, by a number from 1 to 4, with number 4 being the hardest. There can also be combinations of letters: HH, for example, refers to a very hard lead.

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