Staedtler - Mars Lumograph Black Pencils
Mars Lumograph Black Pencils
Achieve deep, jet-black sketches with carbon-rich, break-resistant leads
Graphite grays never quite achieve true black, no matter how heavily you layer. Carbon-based lead formulation solves this, delivering genuine jet-black marks that photograph and scan with the depth digital reproduction demands. Mars Lumograph Black pencils maintain this intensity across twenty degrees, from 12B's velvety darks to 10H's crisp precision lines.
Break-resistant cores withstand the pressure heavy shading requires without snapping mid-stroke. The high carbon content creates marks that photograph cleanly, critical for illustration work destined for reproduction or digital portfolios where graphite's metallic sheen creates problematic reflections. Smooth laydown enables both delicate cross-hatching and bold tonal masses without fighting the paper's surface.
Wood-cased barrels from sustainably managed forests sharpen to reliable points whether you prefer blade or mechanical sharpeners. These pencils handle technical drawing on matte film as confidently as expressive sketching on textured paper. Build a focused range around the degrees your work actually requires rather than defaulting to standard graphite sets that deliver gray when you need black.
PRODUCT INFORMATION
- Special carbon-rich formula for jet-black results
- Break-resistant lead withstands drawing pressure
- Works on paper and matte film
- Available in 20 degree gradations
- Wood from certified sustainable forests
- Premium quality for intense, bold lines
