Shuttle Art 504 Pack Coloured Pencils, 42 Packs of 12

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Product guide

Shuttle Art 504 Pack Coloured Pencils, 42 Packs of 12

Coloured: Shuttle Art 504 Colored Pencils Bulk is a classroom-oriented set listed as 42 packs of 12 pre-sharpened pencils, with 12 colours repeated across the packs. The bulk quantity suits shared supplies, but customer feedback is mixed on sharpening and breakage.

At a glance

Bulk set is described as 42 packs of 12 pencils, giving multiple classroom-ready sets.
The 12-colour assortment includes black, grey, blue, cerulean blue, spring green, forest green, brown, canary yellow, orange, purple, pink and red.
Pencils are listed as pre-sharpened and marked with colour names and numbers.
The manufacturer describes basswood bodies and thick lead cores, and claims they sharpen consistently.

Price

£41.64Save 15%

Reference price: ~~£48.99~~

Price checked: 12 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

A large number of individual pencils makes the set suitable for distributing across a class or keeping shared supplies stocked.
Pre-sharpened pencils and printed colour names and numbers can reduce preparation and make colours easier to identify.
Customer feedback reports vibrant colours and positive classroom use.

Cons

The set repeats a 12-colour palette rather than providing a broad range of distinct shades.
Customer feedback is mixed about durability and sharpening, with some reporting breakage or difficulty sharpening.

Technical specifications

10 specifications

Identity and quantity
Brand	Shuttle Art
Model	504 Colored Pencils Bulk
Pack arrangement	42 packs of 12 assorted colours

Materials and protection
Material listed	Wood
Water resistance listed	Not Water Resistant

Dimensions and weight
Dimensions listed	27.9 x 19 x 13 centimetres
Weight listed	2.85 Kilograms

Product details
Colour selection	12 Colors
Point type	Medium
Pre-sharpened	Pre-sharpened

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The listing specifies 504 pencils as 42 packs of 12. Its separate unit-count field also says 504.0 count. The stated colour palette is 12 colours repeated across packs, not 504 different colours. The manufacturer claims compliance with ASTM-D4236 and EN71 and suitability from age 3, but these claims are not independently verified here.

What’s in the box

Included

Lead

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Teachers or schools needing many pre-sharpened pencils in repeated small sets.
Families wanting a high-quantity supply for children's colouring activities.

Less suited to

Buyers seeking a wide selection of distinct shades in one set.
Users who need reliably consistent sharpening and breakage performance based on the mixed feedback.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.6 / 5 · 756 ratings

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Customer feedback highlights classroom suitability, vibrant colours and perceived value, with reports of use by both children and adults. Those positives fit the listed 42 packs and repeated 12-colour selection. Durability and sharpening experiences are mixed, so the manufacturer's claims about easy sharpening and break resistance should not be taken as a guarantee of consistent performance.

Positive themes

Customers describe the pencils as useful for classroom settings and report vibrant colours and good perceived value.
Feedback describes the pencils as engaging for children and suitable for both primary and secondary students.

Mixed feedback

Reports on durability and sharpening differ. Some customers say the pencils last through a school year and sharpen well, while others report breakage and difficulty sharpening.

Frequently asked questions

How many pencils are listed in the set?

The listing describes 42 packs of 12 pencils, or 504 pencils in total.

How many different colours are included?

The listing names 12 colours, repeated across the packs.

Are the pencils already sharpened?

Yes. The product description says they are pre-sharpened.

What should I know about sharpening and durability?

The manufacturer claims the basswood pencils sharpen consistently and have thick lead cores. Customer feedback is mixed, with some reporting good sharpening and others reporting breakage or sharpening problems.