Traditional yellow hexagonal graphite pencils in wooden cedar envelope. The pencils are intended for technicians, graphic designers, and artists as well.
The Koh-i-noor 1500 Series is the world-renowned "Yellow Pencil," a gold standard for technical drafting and fine art. Encased in a traditional cedar wood envelope, these professional-grade hexagonal pencils offer a vast range of hardness levels from HB to 8B, providing the exact tonal control and precision required by technicians, graphic designers, and artists worldwide.
☆ Product Features ▼
Grade Choices: Available in a professional spectrum from HB for technical writing up to 8B for the deepest artistic shading.
Technician’s Precision: Perfectly balanced lead weights make these ideal for rigorous architectural drafting and precise geometric layouts.
Grit-Free Graphite: Highly purified graphite ensures a smooth, consistent laydown without "hard spots" that scratch delicate drafting paper.
Traditional Yellow Design: The iconic hexagonal yellow barrel ensures an ergonomic grip and prevents rolling on slanted drafting tables.
◈ Materials and Care ▼
Premium Cedar Envelope: Crafted from high-grade cedar wood, providing superior protection and allowing for effortless, needle-sharp sharpening.
Advanced Core Bonding: The graphite core is fully bonded to the wood to maximize break resistance, even in the ultra-soft 6B–8B artistic grades.
Care: To maintain the precision point, use a dedicated technical sharpener and store in a dry environment to preserve the cedar wood.
☑ Merchandising Tips ▼
Heritage Branding: Market the 1500 Series as the "Must-Have" for every serious drafting kit—it is the flagship of the Koh-i-noor brand.
Upsell Strategy: Encourage customers to buy the full set (HB through 8B) to ensure they have the right tool for every level of tonal work.
Cross-Sell: These pair perfectly with Koh-i-noor technical erasers and the 21cm Aristotle’s Square.