The 6B Calligraphy Pencil from Eyeball Pencil Co. is so soft and dark that Japanese students use it to practice their lettering. The extra-wide 6B lead sharpens to a fine, strong point, so you can seamlessly transition between thick and thin marks. Although it's originally intended for writing, we love this style of pencil (called kouhitsu shosha in Japanese) as a sketching tool, because it combines the line variability of a stiff brush pen with the erasability and ease of use of a pencil. Iridescent purple finish with metallic foil stamping. Made in Japan. Sold in a shelf pack of 60 pencils. Includes plastic point-of-purchase cup with Japanese label. For individual pencils, please visit your local Federal Color retailer.