Graphite Pencil Faber-Castell 117897 Multi 6 pc(s)

The Faber‑Castell Graphite Aquarelle pencil is a water‑soluble graphite pencil designed for preliminary sketches and for complete watercolor techniques using graphite. It has an extra break‑resistant 3.3 mm lead and is available in five hardness grades: HB, 2B, 4B, 6B and 8B. The set (Faber‑Castell 117897) includes multiple hardness pencils in a sleek black design and comes in a hanging box.

Advantages

The pencil’s water‑soluble graphite enables smooth transitions between dry sketching and wet washes, while the 3.3 mm break‑resistant lead offers durability during intensive use. Multiple hardness options provide a range of tonal values for sketching, shading and expressive watercolor‑style effects. The product is produced by Faber‑Castell and packaged in a convenient hanging box; the wood is PEFC‑certified.

Suitable for

• Preliminary sketches for watercolor paintings
• Graphite wash and mixed media techniques
• Portrait and landscape studies requiring varied tonal range
• Art students and sketching practice

Key specifications

• Brand: Faber‑Castell
• Model / MPN: 117897
• EAN: 4005401178972
• Lead: water‑soluble graphite, 3.3 mm, extra break‑resistant
• Hardness grades: HB, 2B, 4B, 6B, 8B
• Colour: Black (pencil body)
• Pack contents: multi‑hardness set, 6 pcs, hanging box
• Certification: PEFC (wood source)

How to use

Use the pencil dry for precise lines and detailed sketching. To achieve watercolor‑style washes or softer tonal areas, apply water with a brush to graphite strokes and blend as desired. Adjust pressure and hardness grade to vary tone: harder leads (HB) produce lighter lines, softer leads (4B–8B) yield darker, richer washes. Sharpen with a standard pencil sharpener suitable for 3.3 mm leads.

Recommendations

Store the pencils in their hanging box to protect tips and keep them dry. Test water application on scrap paper before working on the final surface to control diffusion and tone. Use papers suitable for wet techniques when applying water to graphite washes.