The Blackwing Matte pencil is ideal for drawing, music writing, woodworking, and anyone who prefers a soft, dark line. The Blackwing Matte contains the same soft graphite formulation as the since renamed "Blackwing Palomino."This graphite pencil glides effortlessly for bold shading and smooth writing. 

Blackwing Matte pencils come in a 12-pack gift box that doubles as a pencil cup. Features a Graphite Identification Stamp indicating its "SOFT" graphite core.