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product_id: 1840632
title: "General's Layout Pencil, Extra Black Graphite, Box of 1 Dozen (555)"
brand: "general's"
price: "3461 som"
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reviews_count: 13
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# Sustainably harvested cedar wood Extra black 6B graphite AP & ACMI certified safe General's Layout Pencil, Extra Black Graphite, Box of 1 Dozen (555)

**Brand:** general's
**Price:** 3461 som
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ✏️ Elevate your sketches with the timeless power of extra black precision.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** General's Layout Pencil, Extra Black Graphite, Box of 1 Dozen (555) by general's
- **How much does it cost?** 3461 som with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.kg](https://www.desertcart.kg/products/1840632-generals-layout-pencil-extra-black-graphite-box-of-1-dozen)

## Best For

- general's enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted general's brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Deep, Rich Black Lines:** 6B extra soft graphite delivers intense, velvety blacks perfect for professional shading and sketching.
- • **Certified Safe & Reliable:** AP and ACMI approved, conforming to ASTM D-4236 standards for non-toxic, artist-safe materials.
- • **Precision Point Retention:** Thick lead holds a sharp point longer, ideal for detailed work without frequent sharpening interruptions.
- • **Eco-Conscious Craftsmanship:** Handcrafted from sustainably sourced incense cedar wood for a smooth, durable pencil body.
- • **Versatile Sketching Essential:** Perfect for initial layouts, detailed shading, and bold artistic statements—trusted by pros since 1889.

## Overview

General's Layout Pencil 555 offers a premium 6B extra black graphite core crafted from sustainably harvested cedar wood. AP and ACMI certified for safety, this pencil delivers smooth, rich blacks with excellent point retention, making it a top choice for professional artists and serious amateurs alike. Trusted since 1889, it’s the perfect tool for detailed sketching, shading, and layout work.

## Description

General’s Layout Pencil, 555, Box of 1 Dozen Pencils. An extra smooth, black, thick graphite pencil used to create preliminary sketches, to layout drawing before painting over, or add intense blacks and shading in detail graphite drawings. Since 1889, General Pencil has been making pencils in the USA with the highest quality sustained yield cedar wood. These products are AP and PMA approved and tested and certified for safety and quality by the Art and Creative Materials Institute, conforming to ASTM-D4236.

Review: General’s Layout Pencil, Extra Black leads the pack - I was looking for a very dark lead to use for pupils, and other small areas where needed for portrait drawing. I’m a professional artist, but I’ve been doing my work on the computer for the last 10 years. I recently decided to start drawing the old fashioned way again, and thought I’d check out what’s new as far as what, and how art supplies have changed; only to find the old stanbyes are still around with a few pretty impressive new additions. As far as the dark black pencils: I chose three different brands to compare and purchase based on desertcart reviews. General’s Layout Pencil Extra Black Graphite, Hi-Uni 10B, and Prismacolor Ebony. 1) My favorite: ‘General’s Layout Pencil, Extra Black Graphite’. It is dark, not too soft, but soft enough to shade with, and hard enough to keep a point for those tiny areas I want to give depth to. This is one of the best pencils I’ve found for drawing. It’s smooth, It sharpens perfectly without breaking, and all of the pencils in the box appear to be excellent quality. Of the three I tried General is closer to a mat finish than the other two. I’m very impressed with the quality, texture and color. 2) Hi-Uni 10B: This pencil is velvety, very smooth and even, in fact the entire set is fabulous. It may be as dark as the General, but it does have a shinier finish when pressing to get the darkest shade I’m looking for. 2) Prismacolor Color Ebony: I didn’t care for this pencil for using it to deepen the dark areas I need. It’s dark, but it is lighter than the other two, and it has a silver cast to it, and shiny. I’ve never been a big fan of Prisma, preferring Derwent for the smother less waxy finish. I hope this helps for those of you who use a dark black lead.
Review: Fantastic Multipurpose Pencil - The General's “Layout Pencil” is a favorite of mine. You can grab paper, this pencil, sharpener and eraser, then head out the door. The pencil will give you a nice little shade range, with light to bold-ish (1-2B values) lines, shading and moderately black details. I think it’s very useful for an amateur artist testing their skills. It’s much nicer than a typical #2, while being inexpensive enough to share with the kids. I would highly recommend the Layout to anyone that loves to draw and is looking for an economical, durable and “all-in-one” pencil.

## Features

- Made in the USA
- AP and ACMI approved conforming to ASTM D-4236
- Soft, black graphite formula, ideal for initial sketching, "laying out" designs.
- Pencils handcrafted with sustained yield incense cedar wood.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B002Y2KVGA |
| Best Sellers Rank | #94,999 in Office Products ( See Top 100 in Office Products ) #640 in Woodcase Lead Pencils |
| Brand | GENERAL'S |
| Color | Graphite |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (281) |
| Date First Available | November 20, 2009 |
| Grip Type | Smooth |
| Ink Color | Black |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 0.01 ounces |
| Item model number | 555 |
| Line Size | 2mm_and_above |
| Manufacturer | General Pencil Company |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 555 |
| Material Type | Cedar Wood |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Pencil Lead Degree (Hardness) | 6B |
| Point Type | thick |
| Product Dimensions | 0.75 x 1.9 x 8 inches |
| Size | 12 Count (Pack of 1) |

## Product Details

- **Age Range (Description):** Ages 13+
- **Brand:** GENERAL'S
- **Color:** Graphite
- **Ink Color:** Black
- **Writing Instrument Form:** Graphite Pencil

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ General’s Layout Pencil, Extra Black leads the pack
*by L***Y on October 21, 2017*

I was looking for a very dark lead to use for pupils, and other small areas where needed for portrait drawing. I’m a professional artist, but I’ve been doing my work on the computer for the last 10 years. I recently decided to start drawing the old fashioned way again, and thought I’d check out what’s new as far as what, and how art supplies have changed; only to find the old stanbyes are still around with a few pretty impressive new additions. As far as the dark black pencils: I chose three different brands to compare and purchase based on Amazon reviews. General’s Layout Pencil Extra Black Graphite, Hi-Uni 10B, and Prismacolor Ebony. 1) My favorite: ‘General’s Layout Pencil, Extra Black Graphite’. It is dark, not too soft, but soft enough to shade with, and hard enough to keep a point for those tiny areas I want to give depth to. This is one of the best pencils I’ve found for drawing. It’s smooth, It sharpens perfectly without breaking, and all of the pencils in the box appear to be excellent quality. Of the three I tried General is closer to a mat finish than the other two. I’m very impressed with the quality, texture and color. 2) Hi-Uni 10B: This pencil is velvety, very smooth and even, in fact the entire set is fabulous. It may be as dark as the General, but it does have a shinier finish when pressing to get the darkest shade I’m looking for. 2) Prismacolor Color Ebony: I didn’t care for this pencil for using it to deepen the dark areas I need. It’s dark, but it is lighter than the other two, and it has a silver cast to it, and shiny. I’ve never been a big fan of Prisma, preferring Derwent for the smother less waxy finish. I hope this helps for those of you who use a dark black lead.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fantastic Multipurpose Pencil
*by A***L on June 20, 2024*

The General's “Layout Pencil” is a favorite of mine. You can grab paper, this pencil, sharpener and eraser, then head out the door. The pencil will give you a nice little shade range, with light to bold-ish (1-2B values) lines, shading and moderately black details. I think it’s very useful for an amateur artist testing their skills. It’s much nicer than a typical #2, while being inexpensive enough to share with the kids. I would highly recommend the Layout to anyone that loves to draw and is looking for an economical, durable and “all-in-one” pencil.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good Choice
*by G***S on May 30, 2025*

Good pencil for doing initial sketches to layout ideas for drawings

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