Sketching is the foundation of all art so a range of superior quality graphite pencils is a must for any artist. The Derwent Academy Sketching Pencils is a range of smooth sketching pencils that come in 12 degrees from a soft 6B to a hard 5H to suit all your needs. Easy to grip hexagonal barrel.Easy to sharpen and break resistant with a non-scratch tip.Distinctive livery.Smooth non scratchy strips.Quality pencils ideal for sketch.Versatile drawing instrument.