Every pencil is made of graphite and wood.

Only Blackwing pencils combine the best graphite in the world, the best wood in the world, and generations of craftsmanship to create an exceptional pencil.

When you’re looking for the perfect pencil to write a song, sketch a landscape or brainstorm a business idea, look for Blackwing’s distinct rectangular eraser.

Every foil debossed imprint is crisp and bright.

Semi-hexagonal shape that is easy to grip.

Premium Japanese graphite crafted with clay for strength and wax for smoothness.

The Blackwing’s iconic design gives it a timeless & distinct look.

Multiple lacquer coatings give each Blackwing a luxurious finish.

Cased in Genuine Incense-cedar wood from California and Oregon that sharpens evenly and easily.

In 1947, Jackie Robinson was called up to the Major Leagues by the Brooklyn Dodgers, breaking the color barrier and providing much needed momentum to the desegregation movement that extended well beyond baseball. The Blackwing Volume 42 is a tribute to Jackie Robinson and those who pursue their passions, creative or otherwise, regardless of the obstacles in their way. It features our balanced graphite, a blue imprint and eraser, road gray ferrule, and the iconic red 42.