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Faber-Castell Black Edition Colored Pencils Set

Faber-Castell Black Edition Colored Pencils Set

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$6.49at Hobby LobbyChecked Nov 8

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Price facts

  • Last seen at $6.49 at Hobby Lobby on Nov 8.
  • Checked at 2 stores.

Our take on the Faber-Castell Black Edition Colored Pencils Set

A 12-pencil set from Faber-Castell's Black Edition line, with black-lacquered barrels and a matte black finish. The cores are soft and pigment-rich, so color lays down smoothly and blends well, similar to the company's Polychromos feel at a student-friendly level. The black barrels hide graphite smudges and look sharp, but the dark coating makes it harder to spot the color name at a glance. Best for adult coloring, sketching and journaling rather than heavy professional work.

Best forAdult coloring booksSketching and journalingStudents and hobbyistsGift buyers who want a tidy-looking set
Pros
  • Soft, pigment-rich cores lay down color quickly
  • Blends and layers well for a wax-based pencil
  • Black barrels resist visible smudges
  • FSC-certified wood from a long-established pencil maker
  • Slim, light tin that travels easily
Cons
  • Only 12 colors, so shading range is limited
  • Dark barrels make colors harder to identify without checking the end
  • Soft leads need more sharpening and wear down faster
  • Not as lightfast or blendable as artist-grade open-stock lines

Faber-Castell Black Edition Colored Pencils Set prices at every store

  • Hobby LobbyNew

    In stock

    $6.49Checked Nov 8
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  • MichaelsNew

    Out of stock

    $10.49+ $9.99 shippingChecked Nov 8
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Faber-Castell Black Edition Colored Pencils Set price history

Lowest price we've seen: $6.49 on Nov 9 at Hobby Lobby. Tracked across 2 stores since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

Owners like the smooth, saturated laydown and the smart black look, and many compare the feel to pricier Faber-Castell lines. The main complaints are the small color count and the soft cores dulling quickly.

What people mention
  • LaydownPraisedReviewers say the soft cores deposit color evenly with little pressure.
  • Barrel finishMixedThe black barrels look sharp and hide smudges, but make colors harder to tell apart.
  • SharpeningCriticisedOwners report the soft leads dull and break more often, so pencils need sharpening often.
  • Color rangeCriticisedSome buyers find 12 colors too few for shading and blending.
  • BuildPraisedUsers describe the pencils as solid and well-finished for the price level.

Specifications

Weight (oz)
2.8Source
Quantity (pcs)
12Source
Color
Black, Yellow, Beige, MulticolorSource

Questions and answers

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.

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