Update 8/25/2022
These pencils are still the best ones out there! Currently here to order another box to gift. They truly last a long time - we bought a box per kid, each when they were toddlers and that’s lasted them until they were ready to move on to big kid pencils. Don’t hesitate - just buy them! They are worth it!
Original review (7/31/2019):
These are the best pencils we have ever owned! They have very rich colors, are easy to hold for little hands, thick and sturdy enough so they won't break even when dropped - and most importantly: they can be wiped off of almost anything!
Kids are kids and coloring doesn't always happen on paper.. I have successfully wiped these off of walls, table tops, windows, furniture, children's legs, arms and faces, carpet, tile and even my laptop. All it usually takes is a wet paper towel, often not even soap. The only thing that it doesn't come off of is untreated wood. It will fade but not disappear.
That being said, these pencils get used daily in our house (three kids, ages 5 and under) We got our first box of these 4 years ago when my oldest turned 1 and i now got a second box because they have become rather short. In all this time I have never had one break while sharpening.
They are a little more expensive but don't let that scare you. we have gotten so much use out of them and they have saved us from painting the house more than once - they are absolutely worth every penny! They also come with a sharpener that's great quality, and when your little artist is ready they can also be used as watercolors by going over the drawing with a wet paintbrush.
Everyone should have these pencils, they are amazing, and it's a shame that there are not more stores that carry them.
| Manufacturer | STABILO International GmbH |
|---|---|
| Brand | STABILO |
| Item Weight | 12.2 ounces |
| Product Dimensions | 14.4 x 6.8 x 1.25 inches |
| Item model number | 880/18 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Color | Assorted |
| Pencil Lead Degree (Hardness) | HB |
| Material Type | Wood |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Size | 1 Count (Pack of 1) |
| Point Type | Broad |
| Line Size | 10mm |
| Ink Color | Multicolor |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 880/18 |
