Blackwing Lab 11.28.25 - Set of 12
- Small batch
The 3-second version
- Every component finished in black, including stained wood and eraser
- Balanced graphite core for writing and sketching without constant sharpening
- Foil-stamped release date on each barrel, numbered batch box
- Stained wood hides natural cedar grain
- Limited-batch availability, no restock guaranteed
- Balanced graphite may feel too firm for very soft drawing work
Why it's on GiftsFeed
Blackwing Lab 11.28.25 - Set of 12
Most premium pencils use natural wood tones or single-color lacquer over unstained timber. This release stains the incense-cedar itself before assembly, then extends the treatment to the ferrule, clip, and eraser—a level of finish commitment rarely seen in writing tools. The result is a visually unified pencil that feels deliberate in the hand. Worth it for anyone who treats their desk tools as part of a considered workspace, or for collectors who value numbered small-batch releases over mass-produced stock.
Good gift when
- Writers and sketchers who prefer balanced graphite over very soft or hard cores
- People who value cohesive desk aesthetics and deliberate tool design
- Collectors of limited-batch stationery and numbered production runs
- Anyone who sharpens pencils by hand and wants incense-cedar that won't splinter
Skip it if If you prefer natural wood grain visible through clear lacquer, this stained-through design hides the cedar's texture entirely beneath the black finish.
Specs
- Quantity
- 12 pencils per set
- Wood
- Genuine incense-cedar, black-stained
- Finish
- Matte black lacquer
- Graphite
- Balanced
- Barrel marking
- Foil-stamped release date
- Box
- Numbered by batch
- Ferrule and clip
- Black
- Eraser
- Black
What's included
- 12 pencils
- Numbered batch box
If you're giving it
- No sizing to guess
- Arrives ready to give
Numbered box and dated pencils make this ready to present as a collector's item or desk upgrade.
The details
This limited-batch release marks the thirteenth entry in a series dedicated to design experimentation. Every component arrives in black: the incense-cedar wood is stained before shaping, the lacquer finish is matte, the imprint and ferrule match, and even the clip and eraser carry the same treatment. The graphite inside delivers the balanced performance familiar to the line's regular offerings.
Each pencil barrel carries a foil stamp showing the release date. The box itself is numbered according to its production batch, making each set a snapshot of a specific manufacturing run. Once the current stock sells through, this particular configuration will not return.
The wood is genuine incense-cedar, chosen for its straight grain and workability. The black stain penetrates before the pencil is assembled, so the color runs through the wood rather than sitting on the surface. The matte lacquer provides a low-gloss finish that resists fingerprints and sits comfortably in the hand during extended writing sessions.
The balanced graphite core strikes a middle ground between soft and firm, suitable for general writing, note-taking, and sketching without requiring frequent sharpening. The eraser mounted in the ferrule removes cleanly without tearing most paper stocks. The replaceable clip allows you to secure the pencil to a notebook or shirt pocket without relying on friction alone.
Because this is a small-batch production, availability is tied directly to the numbered run. The foil date stamp and batch number on the box make each set distinct from future releases, even if similar designs appear later in the experimental series.
Limited-batch pencils finished entirely in black from wood to eraser
Ships and sold by Blackwing. About this merchant
Questions
- What does balanced graphite mean in terms of writing feel?
- Balanced graphite sits between soft and firm on the hardness scale. It lays down a visible dark line without requiring heavy pressure, yet it holds a point long enough for extended writing sessions before needing a sharpen. This makes it versatile for both everyday note-taking and light sketching without favoring one extreme.
- Will the black stain wear off the wood with sharpening?
- The stain penetrates the incense-cedar before assembly, so it runs through the wood rather than coating the surface. Each time you sharpen the pencil, the freshly exposed wood will still be black. The color persists all the way to the core.
- Are the erasers replaceable if they wear out?
- The erasers are mounted in ferrules and secured with metal clips, which are replaceable components. However, the erasers themselves are not designed for swapping out like a cap eraser. Once an eraser is used up, you would typically continue using the pencil without it or replace the entire ferrule assembly if you have the tools.
- What makes this a Lab release instead of a regular production pencil?
- Lab releases are small-batch experiments that test new finishes, features, or material combinations outside the standard lineup. Each Lab pencil is foil-stamped with its release date, and boxes are numbered by production batch. Once the batch sells through, that specific design may not return, making each Lab release a limited snapshot of the design process.
- Does incense-cedar sharpen differently than other pencil woods?
- Incense-cedar has a straight, fine grain that resists splintering when sharpened, whether you use a handheld sharpener or a blade. It cuts cleanly without tearing, which helps you maintain a sharp point and reduces the chance of cracking the wood around the graphite core. Many woodcase pencil makers prefer it for this reason.
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