Paper Mate Mirado Black Warrior Pencils, Black, HB #2, 12 Count

Paper Mate Mirado Black Warrior Pencils, Black, HB #2, 12 Count

Q: black warrior HB2 lead not dark anymore, what happened?

The basic components of a pencil are the lead (actually graphite), the wood & paint, eraser holder, and the eraser. People who took pride in their craft started pencil companies and created a reputation based on their choice of these components, and their execution of certain other quality characteristics like centering the lead so sharpening is symmetrical, etc. Unfortunately some of these companies have been sold to corporations who reduce the quality of I all but keep the price up. For a period they show much improved profits and often sell he purchased company for more than they paid based on this artificial profitability which eventually diminishes as users of the product catch on that there favorite product is no longer what it use to be. With pencils companies, like Papermate, so it seems, have done just that. The lead is poor quality and inconsistent, the wood is thinner and no longer good quality cedar, the brass holding he eraser is no longer brass, and the eraser is also of poorer quality. Since these are only pencils, the bean counters at corporate I guess think they can pull it off. For some of us who enjoy using a good pencil, we notice. At least there are forums such as this where we can voice our discontent.

Q: Do these come pre sharpened ?

Sometimes they do and sometimes they don't, but don't let that stop you from buying a Paper Mate product. It's a good pedigree and even if you buy pre-sharpened pencils you'll have to keep on sharpening them as needed. Just get a good sharpener. Good luck!

Q: I'm a beginning writer and are these worth trying for my new series

If you can, try to find some older USA made ones. The cedar wood was fantastic and the graphite was buttery smooth. I could write for an entire day with no problems. When they moved production to Mexico it just wasn't the same. Eventually you might want to try out Blackwing Pencils, but those are expensive.

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Brand
Paper Mate
Writing Instrument Form
Graphite
Color
Black
Ink Color
Black
Age Range (Description)
Adult

🖤Matte black barrel for sleek sophistication

🧴100% latex-free, smudge-resistant eraser

✏️Bold #2 HB lead for standout writing

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Paper Mate Mirado Black Warrior Pencils, Black, HB #2, 12 Count

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Description

🖤 Write Bold. Erase Clean. Own the Room.

BOLD 2 LEAD POWER - Ensures your writing stands out—perfect for tests and notes.
12 PACK CONVENIENCE - Always be prepared with a dozen pencils ready to go.
SMUDGE FREE ERASING - Latex-free eraser keeps your work clean and professional.
DURABLE QUALITY WOOD - Built to withstand fast-paced note-taking and exam stress.
SLEEK MATTE BLACK DESIGN - Elevate your desk aesthetic with a pencil that means business.

Paper Mate Mirado Black Warrior Pencils feature bold #2 HB lead for clear, standout writing, encased in a sophisticated matte black barrel. Crafted from durable quality wood, these pencils are designed for reliability during intense writing sessions. The 100% latex-free, smudge-resistant eraser ensures clean corrections every time. Sold in a convenient 12-count pack, they’re the perfect blend of style and function for professionals and students alike.

Specifications

Manufacturer	Paper Mate
Brand	Paper Mate
Item Weight	2 ounces
Product Dimensions	1.9 x 0.7 x 7.6 inches
Item model number	2254
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer	No
Color	Black
Grip Type	Contoured
Pencil Lead Degree (Hardness)	HB
Material Type	Wood
Total Recycled Content Percentage	100
Number of Items	1
Size	12 Count (Pack of 1)
Point Type	Fine
Line Size	0.7mm
Ink Color	Black
Manufacturer Part Number	2254

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