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General’s® Semi-Hex® Drawing Graphite #497 Series 
​General’s® Semi-Hex® classic graphite drawing pencils are a top quality graphite pencil for artists of all ages and abilities. Cores are bonded to the wood using General’s® exclusive “Carbo-Weld” bonding process for quality and strength. Made with sustained yield incense cedar wood to guarantee you smooth sharpening every time. The rounded semi hex shape is comfortable for drawing and does not roll off the table.

​Available in 14 degrees 6B to 6H.
Semi-Hex® Classic Graphite Drawing Pencil Swatches
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General Pencil Company Factory drawing, drawn with General's® Semi-Hex® Classic Graphite Drawing Pencils, by artist Brittany Francisco
Artist: Brittany Francisco
Handcrafted with Pride in Jersey City, NJ Since 1889
Handcrafted with Pride in our Factory in Jersey City, New Jersey USA
General Pencil Company's art and craft pencils come to you from our factory in Jersey City, New Jersey. We believe in quality, tradition, value, and the fun of creating. We take pride in handcrafting quality pencils and artist materials using traditional methods passed down for six generations. Our history dates back to 1860 when Edward Weissenborn began the first pencil factory in the USA. In 1889, Edward and his son, Oscar A., began what is now General Pencil Company. Still family owned and operated, our goal is to create consistent, quality products in a sustainable manner for artists of all levels. We thank you for choosing our fine art and craft products for your creative talents and enjoyment


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