Palomino Blackwing pencils roots go back to the 1930's. Claimed by many to be the best writing utensil in the world, Blackwing pencils are famous for the quality of graphite, iconic shape, and the people whose works they've inspired throughout the years. Some of the world's most legendary Grammy, Emmy, Pulitzer and Academy Award winners have created with Blackwing pencils. Available in 3 graphite core grades: the 602 is the firmest of the Blackwings, the Pearl is the perfect middleground between the Blackwing and 602 pencils with a balanced and smooth core and the classic Blackwing pencil features a soft, dark core.
