Graphite Pencils
The graphite pencil is used for much more than schoolwork. It is suitable for almost every task, from heavy note-taking to illustrating and sketching, to name a few. This makes it the go-to implement for artists, carpenters, illustrators and more.
What exactly is the wooden graphite pencil?
The first wooden pencil dates back over 5,000 years. It’s believed that in the 1600s, an English woodworker experimented with placing black lead into two pieces of wood. A wooden stick was cut in half. A groove was cut into one half to encase black lead inside. These pieces were glued together, creating the first wooden pencil.
Introducing the eraser
Seeking a way to remove mistakes, an English minister noticed how tree resin (i.e. natural rubber) could erase graphite marks. In 1858, an American stationer glued a small eraser to the end of his pencil. This design feature remains to this day. The key change, though, is the material. Rather than resin, modern erasers are made of vinyl. To find the optimum eraser for your needs, browse our range today.
Keeping your graphite pencil sharp
For many years, people would keep their pencils sharp by using a knife. However, whittling the wood away was time-consuming and inexact. That is, until 1828, when the first pencil sharpener was patented. At Bunbougu, we have a wide selection of pencil sharpeners in many styles and sizes. These suit all coloured pencils and graphite pencils.
Benefits of wooden pencils
With many writing tools available, wooden pencils are still a firm favourite, because they:
- Are easy to use. This makes them popular for students, workers and artists
- Can be used for many different applications (i.e. writing, drawing, drafting, sketching, etc), and;
- Come in a variety of styles, sizes and lead grades
- Mistakes can be easily removed with erasers
Rediscover the joy of writing by hand with our wide array of classic and Japanese wooden pencils.
Limited Edition
Traveler's Company Brass Pencil - Tokyo Limited Edition
Brass Pencil with TOKYO icon printed on the body. A bright fluorescent orange eraser is included. Both the brass body and the pencil inside are made in a small factory in downtown Tokyo. The Brass Pencil, which can write and...
$79.20
Limited Edition
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Palomino Blackwing Graphite Pencils - Independent Bookstores Edition
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Blackwing's limited edition Independent Bookstore Pencil Set pays tribute to the hard-working folks who have helped keep literature alive and available for you to explore. Beautiful Californian incense-cedar meets smooth Japanese graphite in the world’s best pencil. These make the...
from $6.25
Limited Edition
New
Palomino Blackwing Graphite Pencils - The Tabletop Games Limited Edition - Volume 20
The Blackwing Volume 20 celebrates tabletop games and the cherished moments they can create. Beautiful Californian incense-cedar meets smooth Japanese graphite in the world’s best pencil. These make the most of the extra-firm core to give a line softer and...
from $6.25
Limited Edition
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Palomino Blackwing Graphite Pencils - The Lennon & McCartney Limited Edition - Volume 192
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from $6.25
Palomino Blackwing Graphite Pencils - The Lennon & McCartney Limited Edition - Volume 192
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The Blackwing 192 is a tribute to Lennon and McCartney and the estimated 192 songs they wrote together. The colour prism design depicts the convergence of two powerful creative forces. A different Lennon-McCartney lyric is foil stamped on each pencil,...
from $6.25
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Sun-star Metacil No-Sharpen Pencil - Replacement Tip
The replacement tip is compatible with the Sun-star Metacil No-Sharpen Pencil. The tip is made of a special alloy material containing graphite.
$12.00
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Sun-star Metacil No-Sharpen Pencil - Metal Body - Grey
The Metacil Pencil from Sun-star is fully made of aluminum, and the pen tip is made of a special alloy material containing graphite. The octagon body is easy to hold. It can continue to write for a distance of about 16 KM without sharpening...
$19.50
New
Sun-star Metacil No-Sharpen Pencil - Metal Body - Red
The Metacil Pencil from Sun-star is fully made of aluminum, and the pen tip is made of a special alloy material containing graphite. The octagon body is easy to hold. It can continue to write for a distance of about 16 KM without sharpening...
$19.50
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Sun-star Metacil No-Sharpen Pencil - Metal Body - Blue
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The Metacil Pencil from Sun-star is fully made of aluminum, and the pen tip is made of a special alloy material containing graphite. The octagon body is easy to hold. It can continue to write for a distance of about 16 KM without sharpening...
$19.50
Kutsuwa Pencil Holding Correction Gel Grip - For Left-handed - 3 Packs
Kutsuwa Pencil Holding Correction gel grip helps you get into the habit of holding a pencil correctly. Suitable for both children and adults. The grip features a dent design to let your fingers in the correct position. It also absorbs a part...
$8.50
Kutsuwa Pencil Holding Correction Gel Grip - For Right-handed - 3 Packs
Kutsuwa Pencil Holding Correction gel grip helps you get into the habit of holding a pencil correctly. Suitable for both children and adults. The grip features a dent design to let your fingers in the correct position. It also absorbs a part of the pressure...
$8.50
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Palomino Blackwing Graphite Pencils - Rustic Box Set - Mixed
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The Blackwing Rustic Box Set mixed version features your choice of 3 x Blackwing Matte pencils, 3 x Blackwing 602 pencils, 3 x Blackwing Pearl pencils, and 3 x Blackwing Natural pencils, or 3 of each, with our reliable Grey Two-Step Long Point Sharpener inside of a beautiful rustic...
$128.00
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Staedtler Pencil Holder/Extender - Silver
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Use up last bit of your wooden pencil will not be a problem any more after using the Staedtler pencil holder. It features a stylish, well-balanced silver metal body. The holder is compatible with wooden pencils in different shapes such as...
$45.00
$31.50
Uni Mitsubishi Hi-Uni Pencil Art Set - From 10B to 10H - Set of 22
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Uni Mitsubishi Hi-Uni Pencil Art Set brings us an amazing selection of 22 hardness grades from 10B to 10H. Hi-Uni is Uni Mitsubishi's high-end wooden pencil line. The Hi-Uni pencils write in rich, dark and expressive lines. For pencil lovers, this set...
$65.00
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Palomino Blackwing Graphite Pencils - Natural
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Beautiful Californian incense-cedar meets smooth Japanese graphite in the world’s best pencil. These make the most of the extra-firm core to give a line softer and darker than most pencils but still strong and long-lasting. The clear finish allows the...
from $5.80
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Palomino Blackwing - Graphite Pencils - Pearl
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Beautiful Californian incense-cedar meets smooth Japanese graphite in the world’s best pencil. These make the most of the extra-firm core to give a line softer and darker than most pencils but still strong and long-lasting. The beauty of the FSC-certified...
from $5.80
Tombow 8900 Drawing Pencil - 2H
from $1.70
Tombow 8900 Drawing Pencil - 2H
The Tombow 8900 pencil is one of the most recognizable products in Japan and the oldest product sold by Tombow. With its classic green color body and hexagonal design, it is a "general writing pencil" known for its consistency and...
from $1.70
Tombow 8900 Drawing Pencil - H
from $1.70
Tombow 8900 Drawing Pencil - H
The Tombow 8900 pencil is one of the most recognizable products in Japan and the oldest product sold by Tombow. With its classic green color body and hexagonal design, it is a "general writing pencil" known for its consistency and...
from $1.70
Tombow 8900 Drawing Pencil - B
from $1.70
Tombow 8900 Drawing Pencil - B
The Tombow 8900 pencil is one of the most recognizable products in Japan and the oldest product sold by Tombow. With its classic green color body and hexagonal design, it is a "general writing pencil" known for its consistency and...
from $1.70
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Tombow Recycled Wooden Pencil - 12 Packs Set - B
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Help save the forests while drawing and colouring with these gorgeous coloured pencils. The Tombow Recycled Colored Pencils are made from recycled American Cedarwood using finger joint technology. Lacquered with multiple lacquer layers for an exquisitely smooth finish, they are...
$11.80
Traveler's Company Brass Pencil
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The pencil is perfectly integrated in a delicate brass holder made at a press factory in downtown Tokyo. It consists of two parts, the brass holder and the 0.75 mm HB pencil which is refillable with pencil leads. When not...
$39.50
Tombow Mono 100 Pencil
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Draw smooth dark lines with a light touch. The extremely high density of Tombow Mono 100’s lead core produces smoothness and clarity of line. It also makes the lead break-resistant. The smooth black glossy body and gold detail lend the...
$3.80
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Tombow 8900 Drawing Pencil - HB
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The Tombow 8900 pencil is one of the most recognizable products in Japan and the oldest product sold by Tombow. With its classic green color body and hexagonal design, it is a "general writing pencil" known for its consistency and...
from $1.70
Tombow Ippo Interlocking Pencil Cap - Blue Set - Pack of 4
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The colorful Ippo interlocking caps keep your wooden pencils safely in a organized way. It protects your pencil's tip when you carry them in your pencil case or bag. It also prevents your pencils from staining your pencil case. The...
$3.50
Uni Mitsubishi 9800 Pencil - Pack of 12
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The Uni Mitsubishi's 9800 is the quintessential classic writing pencil. The dense matured micro-graphite lead creates smooth, fluid lines. The 9800’s hexagonal body shape makes it ergonomic for long writing periods. It also lends it a stylish classic look, enhanced by...
$18.50