In school #2 pencils have to be used for test. Are these #2? My son really wants them.
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I've had no problem w/ these being picked up on scan tron type tests. Your son needs these. Start them young with the best!
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They'll be just fine. See if he'd like the 602 model instead. Just as smooth and the point lasts longer.
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I don't know for sure, but I think they are comparable to #2. I bought them for Christmas stocking stuffers for my grandchildren (high school and college age)
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They're not marked as #2, though they're probably between a two and a four. They'll work fine for a test, and if your son likes to draw, they're wonderful to use.
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They're certainly darker than #2, which means they're fine for tests. The #2 requirement is to ensure students don't use lighter pencils which the test-reading machines may fail to "see," but Blackwings are quite dark. They are also erasable, in case he has second thoughts about an answer (the reason #2 pencils are preferred over pens is that pens are not erasable).
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Pretty sure they are, but depending on his age i'd advise against them. Since the lead is so soft (note: normal yellow #2 pencil is HB, this is comparable to a 6B-B is soft H is hard), he's like to sharpen them a lot for a sharp point and would go through this expensive pencil rather quickly. That being said, the eraser is adjustable so it is great for frequent erasing. Everyday pencil: no, special occasion pencil: yes.
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So far, regular and colored pencils sharpen equally well. No problems so far:)
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Just seems to me the erasers should be available where ever they sell the Uni Kuru Toga Roulette models. I haven't looked yet or tried to find them but the specs used to make the pencil, I would suspect to be the same. Now I am wondering also. Very annoying not to be able to replace your eraser when it wears down. VERY !!
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You can change it to indicate the hardness of the lead in the pencil. I like to have 2B in pencils I write with. HB is pretty standard, bit a little too hard for my liking.
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They have refill pack of leads + erasers that's quite reasonable. The pencils are great -- the leads don't break easily and produce readable writing. My preschooler, 3rd grader, and I all love them. :)
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I think it depends on your style. Not all 150 colors are essential because you can always blend if some new colors are needed. However 150 is a good choice for convenience. And that big box of pencils looks amazing!
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I do believe is meant for pencils with a diameter similar to number two pencils... even though is quite flexible, I don't think is the best choice for fat preschool pencils. You may want to look at this the other way around: By using this pencil grip your preschooler might feel very comfortable using a standard number two pencil (that's what happened with my daughter).
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Dixon Ticonderogas are pretty good. I buy them for my kids. They are the minimum quality pencil I will use if I have a choice. But I always reach for my Generals first and I save them for me since they do cost more and my kids do not appreciate the aesthetic pleasures of writing with a top quality pencil. I say Dixons are fine for the kids, but get Generals for yourself. Especially if you do extensive writing/note taking in pencil. Worth every penny. And General's is not paying me. (But if they're listening I wouldn't turn down a free box thrown my way. Hint.)
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You will also need 2mm lead (there are a variety of hardnesses and colors available), a 2mm lead sharpener (lots of different styles, I reccomend the Kum Automatic Long point two stage sharpener - it sharpens 2mm lead and it has a two stage long point sharpener for pencils - excellent points), and you will need an eraser, paper, ruler, and etc. Most importantly you will need creativity and imagination! Have fun. I bought lots of these (different brands and colors) for a wide variety of lead hardnesses. This one feels more solid in comparison to some other brands but I have not yet come across any that are unsatisfactory.
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No, they don't. Maybe they do that so that it takes a longer time until they first break- that'll buy you an extra minute, maybe. Don't worry, you'll get lots of opportunities to use that new pencil sharpener the other responder mentioned you could find.
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Yup. Number 2 pencil. Go ahead and fill in those SAT circles with confidence :)
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Yes. It's honestly one of the best things I got for myself for my AP studio art class. I used them the whole year and I'm still using them to this day. The pencils are rich in color and are easy to use on top of one another. I would say it depends mostly on whether she will do many projects. If she will I recommend you buy her these. If she will have a project to do every 3 weeks or so get her the 48 case. I hope I helped!
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The Blackwing 602 is a 2B lead, which is softer and darker than a #2. Would it work on a standardized test? probably. But they are not a #2 pencil so use at your own risk. For a number two you can't go wrong with a Dixon Ticonderoga. FYI when shopping a #2 lead in USA is equal to a HB lead internationally. You could call it the pencil lead metric system...
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it will work on standardized tests. these are the nicest pencils i have ever had, and when they are gone, i will buy more. i care about the smooth feel of my pencil on paper. i draw mainly with pencil. if you care about these things they are worth the $$, however, i would never use these pencils to take tests, it's a waste of a superior pencil
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Sorry I don't know but the extra long don't last long. I won't buy them again. I have one with an extra hard rubber tip, but I don't know where I bought. It will last forever. The rubber tip fit over the pencil.
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Mine did not come sharpened. (That suits me better because I don't care for the points pre-sharpened pencils come with.) It is a wonderful pencil. They sharpen on center, the lead is dark enough for students who don't press hard. It erases well. The point lasts much longer than most of the pencils elementary grades students bring to class. I haven't noticed "hard spots" in the leads that leave scratches. The paint doesn't peel off. The diameter is nice for young and old hands. All that said, I would only use it for artwork (sketching) if I was in a tight, but it is a nice writing instrument. Mine did not come sharpened. (That suits me better because I don't care for the points pre-sharpened pencils come with.) It is a wonderful pencil. They sharpen on center, the lead is dark enough for students who don't press hard. It erases well. The point lasts much longer than most of the pencils elementary grades students bring to class. I haven't noticed "hard spots" in the leads that leave scratches. The paint doesn't peel off. The diameter is nice for young and old hands. All that said, I would only use it for artwork (sketching) if I was in a tight, but it is a nice writing... » Read More Mine did not come sharpened. (That suits me better because I don't care for the points pre-sharpened pencils come with.) It is a wonderful pencil. They sharpen on center, the lead is dark enough for students who don't press hard. It erases well. The point lasts much longer than most of the pencils elementary grades students bring to class. I haven't noticed "hard spots" in the leads that leave scratches. The paint doesn't peel off. The diameter is nice for young and old hands. All that said, I would only use it for artwork (sketching) if I was in a tight, but it is a nice writing instrument. « Show Less
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Standard is fine... Be careful not to drop these pencils though as they break into pieces easily.