The Deluxe HB Pencil with Eraser (#9606) brings the timeless reliability of classic Japanese office stationery into the modern creative workspace. While mass-produced pencils dominate the market, this premium writing tool is expertly assembled, lacquered, and finished right in Kitaboshi's historic Tokyo workshop, where generations of craftsmanship ensure impeccable quality control.
The pencil is constructed using premium California incense cedar—the gold standard for smooth, effortless sharpening—which encases an ultra-pure graphite and clay core. The HB lead strikes the perfect, versatile balance between hardness and darkness, gliding seamlessly across the page to produce rich, crisp lines without smudging.
Designed for daily utility, its defining feature is the high-performance rubber eraser secured by a classic metallic ferrule. Unlike standard pencil erasers that tear or smear, Kitaboshi’s specialized formula lifts graphite cleanly away. By choosing the #9606, you are choosing a beautifully balanced, everyday tool that honors traditional Japanese manufacturing values.
Packaging Note: These pencils are sold individually. If you buy 12, they will come in a beautiful, traditional dozen box—perfect for gifting or storing your collection.