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Join the Dark Side: Grades of Pencil Graphite from HB to 4B — The Gentleman Stationer
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Today I look at grades of soft graphite, ranging from HB to 4B, which are the pencils I use for most of my daily writing. I actually prefer a darker, smoother writing experience, even if I have to accept a degree of smearing and more frequent sharpening. I also talk about some of my favorite pencils.
Exploring a wide range of modern and vintage writing implements, and how to incorporate them into modern life, with a focus on fountain pens, fountain pen inks, woodcase pencils, and other quality stationery products (especially paper).
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SouthStar Drawing Pencils,24pcs Drawing Supplies
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Join the Dark Side: Grades of Pencil Graphite from HB to 4B — The
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Topic: Pencils - Woodworking Masterclasses
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Pencil Grades
Desk set with platinium-plated Perfect Pencil black
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Pentel Ain Stein Pencil Lead 0.4mm HB
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