Charcoal Pencils

Constructed out of carbon and organic blacks or whites, the Charcoal Pencil is a General classic for good reason. Easy to fade, shade, and, if you need to, correct, a charcoal pencil is unique both for its textural abilities and forgiving nature. The pencils are pre-sharpened and encased in handsome cedar. Click “read more” to get the lowdown on all of the General Pencil Charcoal options that are available for you. 

Charcoal Pencil 2B Medium -
The Charcoal Pencil 2B Medium is the “medium” degree on the material hardness scale and will give you a smoother, more even marking.

Charcoal Pencil 4B Soft -
Charcoal Pencil 4B Soft is the “soft” degree on the material hardness scale and will give you a darker marking that has more depth, capturing the texture of your surface.

Charcoal Pencil 6B Extra Soft -
Charcoal Pencil 6B Extra Soft is the “extra soft” degree on the material hardness scale and will give you a deep, dark marking that has a material-rich tangibility, capturing the texture of your surface.

Charcoal Pencil HB Hard -
Charcoal Pencil HB Hard is a “hard” on the material hardness scale and will give you a light, even marking.

White Charcoal Pencil -
White Charcoal Pencil is an attractive white that can be used over black.

Sets:

The 4 pencils + erasers are:
3 Charcoal Pencils – 2B, 4B, 6B
1 Charcoal White Pencil
1 Kneaded Eraser
This great set from General combines four classic pencils and a kneaded eraser. There are three charcoal pencils in the 2B, 4B, and 6B hardness degrees along with one charcoal white pencil. If you’re interested in what charcoal pencils can do for you, this is the place to start.

The 7 Pencils + Sharpener are:
2 - 6B
1 - 4B, 2B, HB
1– White
1 - Bonus Carbon Sketch Pencil
1- Sharpener

An expanded set for the pencil connoisseur. General has put together quite the winning squad, teaming up seven pencils with a durable sharpener. You’ll get four charcoal pencils – two 6Bs and one each of the 4B, 2B, and HB hardness degrees. Then, if that wasn’t enough, General also adds a white charcoal pencil and a bonus carbon sketch pencil. The sharp-point-maintaining sharpener is the icing on the cake.

Compressed Charcoal Sticks
When you need a smoother version of charcoal’s qualities, try General's Compressed Charcoal Sticks. Since the charcoal is compressed, it has a consistency that’s closer to graphite. However, the versatility of charcoal is still present in every stroke. These sticks come in both square and rectangular shapes. You also can get three degrees of “hardness:” 2B, 4B, and 6B.

White Compressed Charcoal Sticks
When you need a smoother version of charcoal’s qualities, try General's Compressed Charcoal Sticks. Since the charcoal is compressed, it has a consistency that’s closer to graphite. However, the versatility of charcoal is still present in every stroke. These sticks come in both square and rectangular shapes. You also can get three degrees of “hardness:” 2B, 4B, and 6B. This is the white version, able to be used over black.

Powdered Charcoal
If you want to add to tone to a surface quickly, you can’t beat General’s Powdered Charcoal. This is charcoal in its pure, powdered form, ready to add depth to your works whenever you need it. You can add a sculpting mixture for even more effects, but don’t forget to wear a dust mask.

Primo Charcoal Pencil Kit
The Primo Charcoal Pencil Kit is a great way to try out charcoal or restock your current collection. In this set, three Primo Euro Blend charcoal pencils in HB, B, and 3B are joined by one Primo Bianco pencil (white), one eraser, and one pencil sharpener.

Made from high quality cedar, these pencils sharpen well while laying down consistent marks on the page thanks to a “unique, creamy rich formula.” Whether used alone or when paired with other media, Primo is primed to make an impact.

Primo Charcoal Drawing Set
The Primo Charcoal Drawing Set is a fine point of entry for a beginner or a fantastic way for a seasoned artist to expand their collection. Boasting three Primo Euro Blend pencils, one Primo Bianco pencil (white), one Primo ELITE Grande pencil, four Primo compressed sticks, one Factis Magic Black Eraser, one General’s kneaded rubber eraser, and a Little Red All-Art sharpener, this set provides everything you’d need to get the ball rolling or complete your masterpiece.

Made from high quality cedar, these pencils sharpen well while laying down consistent marks on the page thanks to a “unique, creamy rich formula.” Whether used alone or when paired with other media, Primo is primed to make an impact.

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Charcoal Pencil - Pkg of 2

One great General Pencil Charcoal pencil plus a spare. Available in 2B Medium, 4B Soft, 6B Extra Soft, or HB Hard.

Charcoal Pencil - Pkg of 12

12 General Pencil Charcoal pencils to fill out your collection. Available in 2B Medium, 4B Soft, 6B Extra Soft, or HB Hard.

White Charcoal Pencil - Pkg of 2 + Sharpener

Two General Pencil Charcoal pencils to fill out your collection, plus a nifty sharpener. Available in white.

White Charcoal Pencil - Pkg of 12

12 General Pencil Charcoal pencils to fill out your collection. Available in white.