Four pencils. Four graphite grades. One very good way to find out which Blackwing is yours.

The Blackwing Core Pencil Set brings together all four of Blackwing's signature pencils, each crafted from genuine incense-cedar and Japanese graphite. Whether you write, sketch, or do a bit of both, this set lets you experience the full range side by side and discover which core suits the way you work.

What is inside:

Blackwing Matte (Soft) — A rich, dark line with minimal pressure. Ideal for drawing, shading, sketching, and music notation. Matte black finish with a black eraser.

Blackwing Pearl (Balanced) — The versatile middle ground. Soft enough for expressive mark-making, firm enough to hold a point. A favourite for daily writing, journaling, and sketching. Pearlescent white finish with a white eraser.

Blackwing 602 (Firm) — The original, first made famous in the 1930s and trusted by writers and creators ever since. Smooth, controlled, and precise. Gunmetal grey finish with a pink eraser.

Blackwing Natural (Extra Firm) — The firmest core in the range, built for long-form writing and detailed line work. Features an exposed incense-cedar barrel with a subtle clear matte finish and a grey eraser.

Every pencil in the set features Blackwing's iconic square ferrule with a replaceable eraser. Made in the USA.

If you have been curious about Blackwing pencils but not sure where to start, this is the set to reach for.