SKU:GEN5572B
General's 557 Original Charcoal Pencils
Rich and Smooth, in 4 degrees: HB, 2B, 4B, 6B.
Crafted in small batches in the General's factory in Jersey City, NJ, using traditional methods dating back to 1889, General’s® charcoal pencils have an extra smooth, rich, intense black drawing formula. Oil-free and blendable, our charcoal pencils are made with the finest organic blacks with a rich warm hue to create beautiful art renderings and mixed-media art. They are ideal for drawing class, painting, sketching, still life, and portraits.
Additional uses: applying patterns on canvas and transfer a design or to draw directly onto fabric.
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Description
Rich and Smooth, in 4 degrees: HB, 2B, 4B, 6B.
Crafted in small batches in the General's factory in Jersey City, NJ, using traditional methods dating back to 1889, General’s® charcoal pencils have an extra smooth, rich, intense black drawing formula. Oil-free and blendable, our charcoal pencils are made with the finest organic blacks with a rich warm hue to create beautiful art renderings and mixed-media art. They are ideal for drawing class, painting, sketching, still life, and portraits.
Additional uses: applying patterns on canvas and transfer a design or to draw directly onto fabric.
Shipping & Delivery
Processing Time
We aim to process and ship all orders within 1–2 working days, subject to payment and stock availability.
Delivery Time
Estimated delivery time from dispatch:
- Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch (urban): 2–6 working days
- Other areas (including rural and remote): 3–8 working days
Shipping Fees
Standard courier rates apply to all orders. For oversized or heavy items (e.g. large drawing boards or easels), we will contact you before dispatch to confirm the shipping cost and provide a separate quote.
Dangerous Goods
Certain products (e.g. spray paints, alcohol inks) are classified as dangerous goods and require special handling, which may incur additional fees or restrictions. We will contact you before dispatch to confirm these charges and delivery options.
Free Shipping
Free shipping is available during promotional periods on orders meeting the minimum spend (excludes oversized items and some rural addresses). Please check our homepage or announcements for current offers.
Order Tracking
Once your order has shipped, we will email you a tracking number to monitor the delivery status.
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