--- product_id: 16106486 title: "8900 Drawing Pencil, HB,Graphite 12-Pack" brand: "tombow" price: "£9.12" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Tombow" url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/16106486-8900-drawing-pencil-hb-graphite-12-pack store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # Break-resistant strong lead Cedar wood for smooth sharpening 12-pack premium HB graphite 8900 Drawing Pencil, HB,Graphite 12-Pack **Brand:** tombow **Price:** £9.12 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ✏️ Elevate your everyday writing with Japan’s legendary pencil! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** 8900 Drawing Pencil, HB,Graphite 12-Pack by tombow - **How much does it cost?** £9.12 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/16106486-8900-drawing-pencil-hb-graphite-12-pack) ## Best For - tombow enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted tombow brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Unmatched Durability:** Break-resistant HB lead ensures consistent, flawless lines without interruptions. - • **Versatile 12-Pack Value:** Ready for every project—from detailed sketches to everyday writing—always at hand. - • **Ergonomic Hexagonal Grip:** High-grip enamel coating with hex shape for fatigue-free, precise control. - • **Smooth Sharpening Experience:** Premium cedar wood construction sharpens evenly without splintering or mess. - • **Iconic Japanese Craftsmanship:** Trusted since 1913, a timeless classic for professionals and creatives alike. ## Overview The Tombow 8900 Drawing Pencil HB 12-Pack combines over a century of Japanese expertise with premium cedar wood and break-resistant HB graphite lead. Its ergonomic hexagonal design and smooth sharpening make it the go-to choice for professionals and creatives seeking reliable, high-quality pencils that deliver consistent, clean lines across all projects. ## Description Is it possible to be cutting-edge and affordable at the same time? It is when you’ve been a leader in the industry since 1913. At Tombow, we’re passionate about offering the finest and most innovative writing and arts and crafts products on the market today. The Tombow 8900 Pencil is one of the most recognizable products in Japan. It is a "general writing pencil" known for its consistency and quality. With its green paint color and hexagonal design, the 8900 is one of the most famous pencils in Japan and the oldest product sold by Tombow. It is available in a convenient 12 pack in the following point strengths: HB, B and 2B. Whatever your project, from preparing documents to scrapbooking to fine art projects, you can count on Tombow for unmatched quality and design. Review: I wish they had pencils like this when I was in school. - These are awesome pencils. I have several different types of pencils and I keep finding myself grabbing this one. If I have to find a gripe, it's that the coating on the pencil is slick, so if you sweat while writing, or you put lotion on your hands, it will make the pencil a bit slippery... Speaking of which, one word of warning, do not wipe your pencil down with rubbing alcohol to try and remove the lotion, this will remove the gold embossing on the pencil... But of course it leaves the annoying white barcode! I am left handed and this pencil does smudge for me a bit, but then again so do all pencils. There is no smell when this pencil is sharpened. I have sharpened the pencils using little wedge and blade sharpeners (I don't know what their proper name is) and a vintage 1960's wall mount sharpener that was used in classrooms back in the day, and both sharpen the pencil beautifully! I have also sharpened the pencil with a knife and that works as well. The lead is super strong. I have been using this pencil for cardboard craft projects because it lays down a nice dark line and doesn't smudge too much on cardboard, despite my leftyness. I wish they had pencils like this when I was in school. All we got were #2 Dixon or Tricondaroga's and they would always have a bit of grit in the lead so you would feel it grind away until the lead wore down and the grit fell out (or watever)... So far no grit with these and they write so smooth! I just wish there was a bare wood version. Review: Great pencils! - These pencils are great. The wood doesn’t splinter when sharpening them. The lead is buttery soft and lays down smooth lines on the paper that aren’t hard to erase if you use a light hand. They’re a great alternative to some other pencils, and well worth the price. Great pencils! ## Features - One of the most famous pencils in Japan - High quality break resistent lead pencils in HB point strength - Cedar wood construction for even sharpening - Quality enamel coating with a high grip hexagon shape - Box of 12 pencils ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00KA3OQ02 | | Additional Features | Blendable, Long-lasting, break-resistant lead, High consistency and quality | | Age Range (Description) | Adult | | Age Range Description | Adult | | Best Sellers Rank | #38,746 in Office Products ( See Top 100 in Office Products ) #228 in Woodcase Lead Pencils | | Body Shape | Hexagonal | | Brand | Tombow | | Brand Name | Tombow | | Closure Type | Snap | | Color | green | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 1,877 Reviews | | Drill Point | Fine | | Global Trade Identification Number | 04901991001044 | | Grip Type | Hexagonal | | Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous | | Hardness | HB | | Included Components | Lead | | Ink Color | Green | | Item Diameter | 1.75 Inches | | Item Dimensions | 7 x 1.75 x 0.63 inches | | Item Weight | 57 Grams | | Line Size | 0.5mm | | Manufacturer | TOMBOW | | Material | Wood | | Material Type | Wood | | Model Name | 8900 | | Model Number | 51530 | | Recommended Uses For Product | Calligraphy, Coloring, Drawing, Drafting, Painting, Sketching, Writing | | Style | HB | | Theme | drawing | | UPC | 785525672450 085014515306 | | Unit Count | 12.0 Count | | Writing Instrument Form | Graphite Pencil | | Writing Technique | pencil lead | ## Product Details - **Age Range (Description):** Adult - **Brand:** Tombow - **Color:** green - **Ink Color:** Green - **Writing Instrument Form:** Graphite Pencil ## Images ![8900 Drawing Pencil, HB,Graphite 12-Pack - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51IZSTEXulL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Are these (2b) very different from tombow mono pencils in smoothness & ease of erasing? https://www.amazon.com/dp/b00dmwqqmo/ref=olp_product_details?_** A: 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. **Q: 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.** A: 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. **Q: Are all 12 pencils in 2b lead? title says 2b, but product description mentions hb, b, and 2b...kindly clarify** A: I bought 12 pencils with b hardness - all in one box. Also 2b hardness - again all 12 in one boxLiz Lynam **Q: I want to be sure. Is thIs the price for 12 pencils?** A: Yes, this price for 12 pencils. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I wish they had pencils like this when I was in school. *by G***R on July 30, 2025* These are awesome pencils. I have several different types of pencils and I keep finding myself grabbing this one. If I have to find a gripe, it's that the coating on the pencil is slick, so if you sweat while writing, or you put lotion on your hands, it will make the pencil a bit slippery... Speaking of which, one word of warning, do not wipe your pencil down with rubbing alcohol to try and remove the lotion, this will remove the gold embossing on the pencil... But of course it leaves the annoying white barcode! I am left handed and this pencil does smudge for me a bit, but then again so do all pencils. There is no smell when this pencil is sharpened. I have sharpened the pencils using little wedge and blade sharpeners (I don't know what their proper name is) and a vintage 1960's wall mount sharpener that was used in classrooms back in the day, and both sharpen the pencil beautifully! I have also sharpened the pencil with a knife and that works as well. The lead is super strong. I have been using this pencil for cardboard craft projects because it lays down a nice dark line and doesn't smudge too much on cardboard, despite my leftyness. I wish they had pencils like this when I was in school. All we got were #2 Dixon or Tricondaroga's and they would always have a bit of grit in the lead so you would feel it grind away until the lead wore down and the grit fell out (or watever)... So far no grit with these and they write so smooth! I just wish there was a bare wood version. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great pencils! *by T***N on September 22, 2025* These pencils are great. The wood doesn’t splinter when sharpening them. The lead is buttery soft and lays down smooth lines on the paper that aren’t hard to erase if you use a light hand. They’re a great alternative to some other pencils, and well worth the price. Great pencils! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Tombow makes the best writing utensils on the planet *by J***H on December 31, 2025* I've never given 2 thoughts to lead, but the lead in this pencil is Beautiful, there's no other way to describe it, it's nice and dark, but has a beautiful shine, the wood is malleable but durable ## Frequently Bought Together - TOMBOW 8900 Drawing Pencil, HB,Graphite 12-Pack - 三菱鉛筆 B. 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