These are the pencils I use the most!
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9B: Extremely soft and very dark. Ideal for shading and creating deep blacks. The lead can smudge easily and wear down quickly.
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7B: Very soft and dark. Excellent for bold, expressive lines and shading, but not as intense as 9B.
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5B: Soft and dark. Offers good coverage for shading and sketching.
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3B: Moderately soft and dark. A good balance for shading and drawing with more control.
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HB: Middle-of-the-road hardness. It’s neither too hard nor too soft, making it versatile for writing and drawing. Produces a medium line density.
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2H: Harder than HB. Creates lighter, finer lines. Ideal for technical drawing and when precision is needed.