- Are these good for adult coloring books?
- Yes. The soft, pigmented cores fill large areas quickly and blend well, which suits coloring books. The 12-color range is the main limit if you want fine shading.
- How do they compare with Polychromos?
- Black Edition pencils are softer and aimed at students and hobbyists, while Polychromos are harder, oil-based and lightfast for professional work. The Black Edition feels smoother but wears down faster.
- Are the pencils pre-sharpened?
- They usually arrive sharpened and ready to use. The soft cores may need resharpening soon after the first session.
- What wood are the barrels made of?
- The wood carries FSC third-party certification, meaning it comes from responsibly managed forests. The barrels are lacquered black.
- Can I blend these with water or solvent?
- They are wax-based and not water-soluble, so water does not blend them. Solvent blending and layering on top of each other work better.
- Where is the Faber-Castell Black Edition Colored Pencils Set cheapest?
- At Hobby Lobby, for $6.49, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Faber-Castell Black Edition Colored Pencils Set?
- 2 stores we checked sell it, including Hobby Lobby, Michaels.