Blackwing are a team of writers, artists, musicians, designers, and DIYers who think the world is a little bit better when you slow down and become more mindful. That interaction may come from scribbling in a sketchbook, flipping through the dusty pages of a familiar book, or listening to the warm tone of your favorite record.
They create a range of thoughtfully designed pencils, notebooks, and tools... and as so we thought we'd give you an introduction to them here...
The Core Line Up
Claimed by many to be the best writing utensil in the world, Blackwing pencils are famous for the quality of graphite, iconic shape, replaceable eraser, and the men and women whose works they’ve inspired throughout the years.
The Blackwing 602 is the classic Blackwing Pencil. Half the pressure twice the speed. Firm lead, ideal for writing (similar to a B pencil).
The Blackwing Matt is the softest of the Blackwing Pencils. It is ideal for artists, musicians, and woodworkers. Soft, Dark Line (similar to a 4B pencil).
The Blackwing Pearl is a bit harder than the regular Blackwing, but still soft and dark: a perfect all-round pencil.
The Blackwing Natural features an exposed Incense-cedar barrel with a subtle clear matte finish and the popular extra-firm graphite.
Blackwing X Independent Bookstore Pencils: 4th Edition
Blackwing & Independent Bookstore Day have teamed up for the 4th consecutive year to create a new set of pencils exclusively for independent bookstores. Each year the interest and popularity of these limited edition pencils continues to grow. The pencils feature a design inspired by independent bookstores and the printed word.
WAS £3.20 / NOW £2.40 View product here.
Blackwing Volume 746 The Golden Gate
In the summer of 1929, the newly-formed Golden Gate Bridge and Highway District hired Joseph B. Strauss to complete a task that many said was impossible: build a bridge across the churning waters of the Golden Gate Strait. He and his team of engineers, designers, and planners used pencil and paper to develop the sketches, design drafts, and finished plans that would become the Golden Gate Bridge.
The Blackwing 746 is a tribute to the Golden Gate Bridge and other engineering wonders of the modern world. Each pencil features a firm graphite core and is finished with a special multi-layered technique to bring out the iconic International Orange colour of San Francisco’s world-famous marvel.
WAS £3.20 / NOW £2.56 View product here.
Blackwing Eras
In 2020, Blackwing launched their first Eras pencil celebrating 10 years of the Blackwing revival with a design pulled straight from the 1930s. In 2021, Blackwing released their second Eras pencil paying tribute to the Palomino pencils that inspired the Blackwing revival. Then in 2022, Blackwing honoured the arrow-punched ferrule found on Blackwing pencils in the mid-20th century.
This special edition pencil is the fourth entry in this Blackwing Eras series - honouring Blackwing's heritage with designs inspired by the Blackwing 602's unique history. The Blackwing Eras (2023 Edition) pencil sports a retro design inspired by the Van Dyke 601. With a yellow barrel, dark grey ferrule with a gold band, a red eraser, firm graphite, and a “PULL OUT CLAMP TO LENGTHEN ERASER” imprint.
WAS £3.20 / NOW £2.56 View product here.
Blackwing Point Guard Set of 3
The Blackwing Point Guard is designed to keep your Blackwing pencil protected at all times, simply slot over the tip of your Blackwing pencil and your pencil is safe to be carried around in your bag, Blackwing pen roll or in your Blackwing Slate notebook.
WAS £30.00 / NOW £22.50 View product here.
Blackwing Reporter Pads - Sets of 2
The Blackwing take on the classic report pad is perfect for any type of project or note-taking, sketching, and writing on the move. Each Blackwing Reporter Pad measures 3" x 6.25" x 0.5" (about the size of a smartphone), so it fits easily in your pocket or bag and will always be ready to go.
Each Reporter Pad features a black card-stock cover that wraps over the wire binding and is secured with a durable elastic band, giving the pad a clean look while protecting its contents. Each Reporter pad includes 80 sheets of 80GSM paper available in blank, ruled, dot-grid, and graph paper types. Blackwing Reporter Pads come in sets of 2.
WAS £15.00 / NOW £12.00 View product here.
Blackwing Two Step Long Point Sharpner / Blackwing Soft Handheld Eraser
The Two-Step Long Point Sharpener creates a long point using a two-step sharpening process, first sharpening the wood and then precision sharpening the graphite core. It features a matte rubberized finish for added grip, and the same German steel blades you’ve come to expect.
The eraser is made of a special soft material that erases the dark lines of our graphite cleanly and easily. The holder is made of durable aluminum that lets you get a solid grip while erasing. It also includes a jumbo-sized version of the iconic Blackwing clip, so you can extend the eraser as you use it.
Sharpener: WAS £15.00 / NOW £12.80 View product here.
Eraser: WAS £12.00 / NOW £9.00 View product here.
