Castell 9000 - a genuinely classic pencil - was launched by Count Alexander von Faber-Castell in 1905. Its quality and finely graduated degrees of hardness have made it a firm favourite with artists and illustrators. Its lead is fully bonded with the wood surround and is therefore particularly break-resistant.

Ideal for artistic work, demanding studies and sketches. Extra break-resistant, easy to sharpen and erase. Environmentally-friendly water-based varnish.