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Holbein Artists' Colored Pencils 100 Color Set Paper Box OP940

Holbein Artists' Colored Pencils 100 Color Set Paper Box OP940

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Our take on the Holbein Artists' Colored Pencils 100 Color Set Paper Box OP940

The Holbein Artists' Colored Pencils 100 Color Set is a professional-grade pencil range in a paper box, built around a 3.8 mm core and a 7.8 mm shaft. The soft core lays down color evenly over large areas, while the high-grade pigments are chosen for strong light resistance. The pencils blend with watercolors, gouache and acrylics, and melt under Holbein Meltz for a watercolor-like wash. They suit illustrators and serious hobbyists who want a broad palette and soft, blendable laydown; harder, waxier artist pencils hold a sharper point but resist smudging less.

Best forProfessional illustrators and designersColored pencil artists who blend and layerMixed-media work with watercolor or gouacheHobbyists building a full palette
Pros
  • Soft 3.8 mm core lays color down evenly
  • 100 colors cover most palettes without gaps
  • High light resistance limits fading
  • Works alongside watercolors, gouache and acrylics
  • Thick 7.8 mm shaft is comfortable to hold
  • Meltz turns the pencils into watercolor-like washes
Cons
  • Soft core dulls faster and needs frequent sharpening
  • Paper box offers less protection than a tin
  • No water brush or blender included
  • Large set is more than a beginner needs

Holbein Artists' Colored Pencils 100 Color Set Paper Box OP940 prices at every store

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What reviewers say

Artists who use Holbein pencils praise the soft, even laydown and the broad, well-chosen palette. Many note the cores wear down quickly and the paper box is basic, but most consider the color quality worth it.

What people mention
  • Core softnessPraisedArtists say the soft core lays down color smoothly and evenly over large areas.
  • Pigment qualityPraisedUsers report rich, consistent color and good light resistance across the range.
  • BlendingPraisedReviewers like how the pencils blend with each other and with watercolors and gouache.
  • DurabilityCriticisedSome owners say the soft cores wear down or break faster than harder pencils.
  • PackagingMixedThe paper box is seen as functional but less protective than a metal tin.

About the Holbein Artists' Colored Pencils 100 Color Set Paper Box OP940

These artists' colored pencils come as a 100-color set in a paper box. The core is soft, so color goes on easily and evenly. The pigments are high-grade and chosen to limit fading and discoloration from sunlight.

The core is 3.8 mm in diameter, thick enough to color large areas. The shaft is 7.8 mm in diameter for a comfortable grip while drawing.

The pencils blend well on any paper and can be used with watercolors, gouache and acrylics. Draw first with the pencils, then use Meltz to melt and blur the colors for a watercolor-like finish.

Set size
100 colors
Packaging
Paper box
Core diameter
3.8 mm
Shaft diameter
7.8 mm
Light resistance
High-grade pigments selected to minimize fading
Use with
Watercolors, gouache, acrylics
Model
OP940

Questions and answers

Are these pencils good for professional work?
Yes. Holbein markets them as artist-grade, with high-grade pigments and strong light resistance. The soft core and 100-color range suit illustration, layering and mixed media.
How do they compare with harder artist pencils?
The soft core gives smoother, more even coverage and easier blending. Harder pencils hold a sharper point longer, so they suit fine detail and heavy layering better.
Can I use them with watercolors?
Yes. The pencils are made to work alongside watercolors, gouache and acrylics. Pair them with Holbein Meltz to blur the color into a watercolor-like wash.
What is in the box?
The set contains 100 colored pencils in a paper box. No blender, water brush or sharpener is included.
Do the pencils fade over time?
Holbein selects pigments to minimize fading and discoloration from sunlight. Like any colored pencil, finished work lasts longer out of direct sun.
Where is the Holbein Artists' Colored Pencils 100 Color Set Paper Box OP940 cheapest?
At Art Supplies Japan, for $226.00, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Holbein Artists' Colored Pencils 100 Color Set Paper Box OP940?
Rated 5 out of 5 from 2 ratings.

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