Derwent Graphic Soft Graphite Pencils, 12 Tin, 9B–H

Derwent Graphic pencils are a 12-pencil graphite drawing set covering grades 9B to H. The range spans soft grades for shading and darker marks through harder grades for finer lines, with a removable-lid tin for storage.

At a glance

The 12 grades supplied run from 9B through H, including 9B, 8B, 7B, 6B, 5B, 4B, 3B, 2B, B, HB, F and H.
The listing describes hexagonal, anti-roll barrels that fit standard pencil sharpeners and sharpen to a long point.
A removable-lid tin is described as providing easy access, with each pencil grade embossed in white.

Price

£9.99Save 20%

Reference price: ~~£12.49~~

Price checked: 13 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

The range of hardness grades supports switching between dark, soft shading and lighter, finer work without changing pencil sets.
The listed anti-roll barrel design and standard-sharpener compatibility are practical for regular drawing use.
The supplied tin has a removable lid for access to the pencils.

Technical specifications

13 specifications

Identity
Brand	Derwent
Model	34215
Pencil type	Graphite Pencil
Hardness range	9B-H

Materials and design
Material listed	graphite
Colour	Black
Barrel shape	Round
Style	Soft
Point type	fine,wide
Special feature	Erasable

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed	19.8 x 1.4 x 11.8 centimetres
Weight listed	139 Grams
Lead diameter listed	2.2 Millimetres

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The title and contents describe 9B–H, while another manufacturer panel describes the broader Graphic range as spanning 13B–9H. Core diameter is also given as 2.2 Millimetres in one listing field and 2.2–3.5mm depending on hardness elsewhere. Treat the listed set grades as the stated contents, and check the selected listing if the full range or precise core size matters.

What’s in the box

Included

1 x DERWENT Graphic Sketching Set
TAAGST

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Sketchers who want a spread of graphite grades for both shading and fine line work.
Artists, designers or students wanting a contained set for general drawing and technical-style detail.

Less suited to

Buyers seeking a complete drawing kit with erasers, sharpeners or other tools, as these are not confirmed in the stated pencil contents.

Derwent Graphic Soft Graphite Pencils, 12 Tin, 9B–H · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.7 / 5 · 2,405 ratings

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Customer feedback reports positive impressions of quality, range, soft texture and versatility for general drawing, including a reported useful balance for shading. Feedback is mixed on lead durability and sharpening, so buyers who sharpen frequently may want to factor in that uncertainty. The range of listed grades supports varied drawing approaches, but it does not resolve those handling concerns.

Positive themes

Customers report good quality and a useful variety of pencils.
Customers appreciate the soft texture and versatility for general drawing.

Mixed feedback

Reports differ on whether leads break easily.
Sharpening is described positively by some customers and problematically by others.

Frequently asked questions

Which grades are listed in this 12-pencil set?

The stated contents are 9B, 8B, 7B, 6B, 5B, 4B, 3B, 2B, B, HB, F and H.

Is a tin included?

The manufacturer describes an attractive tin with a removable lid. The explicit contents entry names a Graphic Sketching Set, so check the selected listing if the tin is essential.

What can the different grades be used for?

The listing positions the softer grades for darker marks, shading and texture, and the harder end for lighter or finer detail.