Manufacturer | Dixon Ticonderoga |
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Brand | Ticonderoga |
Item Weight | 0.32 ounces |
Product Dimensions | 7.67 x 3.76 x 2.52 inches |
Item model number | 13872 |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Color | Yellow |
Pencil Lead Degree (Hardness) | HB |
Material Type | Wood/Graphite |
Number of Items | 8 |
Size | 12 Count (Pack of 8) |
Point Type | Fine |
Ink Color | Black |
Manufacturer Part Number | 13872 |
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Ticonderoga Wood-Cased Pencils, Unsharpened, #2 HB Soft, Yellow, 96 Count
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Brand | Ticonderoga |
Writing Instrument Form | Graphite Pencil |
Color | Yellow |
Ink Color | Black |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
About this item
- Exclusive #2 graphite formula provides extra smooth performance
- Top quality, latex-free eraser provides easy, clean corrections
- Made with premium wood from responsibly managed forests
- Satin smooth finish enhances writing comfort, PMA certified non-toxic
- Includes 96 pencils comprised of 8 boxes of 12 pencils each
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Easy to hold | 4.8 | — | 4.8 | 5.0 | 4.8 | 4.8 |
Value for money | 4.4 | — | 4.6 | 4.6 | 4.6 | 4.6 |
Longevity | 4.3 | — | 4.7 | 5.0 | 4.6 | 4.6 |
Durability | 4.2 | — | 4.8 | 5.0 | 4.6 | 4.6 |
Sheerness | 4.2 | — | — | — | 4.6 | 4.6 |
Sold By | Amazon.com | Cheapees | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com |
point type | Fine | Medium | Broad | — | Broad | Fine |
material | Wood/Graphite | Wood | Wood | — | Wood, Graphite | Wood, Graphite |
grip type | — | — | Ergonomic | — | thumb grip | thumb grip |
From the brand
Tradition of Quality
With a rich history of quality spanning over 100 years, Ticonderoga is the trusted brand prefered by teachers.
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The same spirit of ingenuity that fueled the creation of the very first Ticonderoga pencil continues to inspire innovation in our product line. From latex-free erasers and ergonomically designed triangular pencils to specialty pencils featuring stylish form to match function, our products consistently deliver a superior experience.
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The Power of a Pencil
Did you know that 1 Ticonderoga pencil can write up to 45,000 words? The Pencil is a source of unlimited creative potential. #PencilsUp
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Standard Ticonderoga Pencil | Primary My First Ticonderoga | Intermediate Laddie Pencil | Neon Standard | Ticonderoga Noir | Golf Pencils | |
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Available Pre-Sharpened | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
Available with Triangular Shape | ✓ | ✓ | ||||
Available with Grip Grooves | ✓ | |||||
Holographic Design | ✓ | |||||
Available with Erasers | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Available in Multiple Size Packs | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |||
Available in Different Hardness | ✓ |
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ASIN | B00125Q75Y |
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Customer Reviews |
4.8 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #201 in Office Products (See Top 100 in Office Products) #3 in Woodcase Lead Pencils |
Date First Available | August 15, 2007 |
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Ticonderoga Woodcase Pencil
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Customers like the ease of writing, performance, and eraser of the pencil. They mention that they write well, are great for kids in school, and function well. Some appreciate the value, and quality of the product. That said, some dislike adhesion and differ on sharpness.
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Customers like the quality of the pencils. They say that the quality has not declined, the pencil is reliable, and works well for elementary aged kids. They also mention that the pencil's tip didn't break off while sharpening.
"...in big office retailers like Office Depot or Staples are of FANTASTIC quality and they are made in China versions, with well centered lead cores,..." Read more
"...Their unmatched performance, combined with the classic and reliable design, make them an essential tool for anyone in need of a high-quality writing..." Read more
"...they are extremely easy to sharpen, come in a nice package and last a long time. Durable.Best pencils out there!" Read more
"...pencils is there as a decoration until you use it -- when it promptly breaks off and you're now stuck with a metal end which when rubbed against a..." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the pencils. They mention that the price point is lower than normal, the large volume is very inexpensive, and the pencil is worth it.
"Great product good price" Read more
"Price is right, quality pencils, sharpen smooth, writing is clean, no regret." Read more
"Great value, perfect for the required school supplies." Read more
"...Could write a little darker but ok for the price." Read more
Customers like the eraser of the writing instrument. They mention that it's excellent, doesn't smudge, and erases the lead well. They also like that the pencils have an eraser on one end.
"...Moreover, the eraser is excellent – it doesn't smudge or leave behind unsightly marks, ensuring a clean and professional finish to my work...." Read more
"...Not so of Dixon Ticonderoga pencil erasers. They actually erase! Eureka!..." Read more
"These are basically the old standard yellow #2 pencils. The eraser is decent, but may not last the length of the pencil, depending on how error-..." Read more
"Handy pencils that do their job well. Writing and erasing." Read more
Customers like the ease of writing with the product. They say that it writes well, leaves a nice, dark line, and sharpens evenly. Some say that the led is durable and does not snap every time they write. They also say that they are the best simple remedy for writing notes and sketching, and that the pencils writes darker and flows smoothly. Overall, customers are satisfied with the performance and reliability of the product, and recommend it to others.
"...Their unmatched performance, combined with the classic and reliable design, make them an essential tool for anyone in need of a high-quality writing..." Read more
"Price is right, quality pencils, sharpen smooth, writing is clean, no regret." Read more
"I love these pencils, always have. They are great to sharpen and write so well. Rarely am I willing to use a different kind of pencil...." Read more
"These are the best pencils. They write well, sharpen well, and the eraser works. Every teacher I’ve ever had wants this brand as well...." Read more
Customers like the gift, saying it's great for kids in school, a teachers favorite, and the best pencils for kids. They say it'll be well appreciated by the children and that it helps the kids stay busy. They also mention that the pencils are sturdy and work well for elementary aged kids and that they erase well.
"...They last great and work well for elementary aged kids!" Read more
"Great for kids in school!" Read more
"Great for school work!!" Read more
"These pencils are great for kids. My kids love them" Read more
Customers like the performance of the pencils. They say they function well, have no problems, and are usable. Some say that the pencil is easy to sharpen and is a teacher's favorite.
"...Worked great, they haven't stabbed themselves yet this school year." Read more
"Great pack of pencils! No problems!" Read more
"...This is the third box that is almost unusable because they aren’t straight so there is still wood when you sharpen with an electric sharpener...." Read more
"Handy pencils that do their job well. Writing and erasing." Read more
Customers are mixed about the sharpness of the pencil. Some mention that it can easily be seen and it is easily sharpened to a fine point, reducing the need for frequent sharpening. However, others say that it is annoying to sharpen and to use, especially for elementary aged children.
"...The lead is incredibly durable, reducing the need for frequent sharpening and allowing me to write for extended periods without interruption...." Read more
"Ahh I love the way these feel and write, they are extremely easy to sharpen, come in a nice package and last a long time. Durable...." Read more
"...falling out (poorly bonded lead), or broken leads, or not sharpening well to a point (poor quality wood to blame)...." Read more
"...They can be easily sharpened in the *worst* of pencil sharpeners without having the lead snap off and your pencil artisan will commend you for..." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the adhesion of the pencil. For example, they mention that the lead falls out when fully sharpened, the eraser falls off when they try to erase, and the designs peel off or get stuck in the sharpener.
"...] Well I did got the pencil just no lead in it. Everything with this purchase is fine. Except for the one pencil...." Read more
"...them for my grandson of whom I purchase them for, the lead would keep falling out causing me to sharpen more of it and more of them because of the..." Read more
"...Two of them had no lead at all. I’m so disappointed. But I guess we’ll use them since we have them...." Read more
"This pencil brand actually sharpens correctly and the lead holds!" Read more
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Also, Ticonderogas over time have changed their packaging graphics and they will no longer specify wood type on the box, anymore. They now use a generic phrase "Premium Wood / Bois de la meilleure / Madera de primera calidad" which gives absolutely no indication if the wood is cedar or not.
Of late, they have a stamp signifying "100% American CEDAR WOOD sustainable forests" and this designation will grace all boxes of pencils that are created out of incense-cedar (presumably!).
It seems that this stamp has started to show on their products manufactured starting 2016. You will see it on their colored erasable/checking pencils, Tri-Conderogas, and their standard issue Ticonderogas in the 12-pack cardboard box, 24-pack hang tab clear plastic boxes, 48-pack hang tab green cardboard boxes, and the 96-pack cello wrapped variety which is in actuality 8 of the 12-pack boxes packaged as a single 96 count unit.
They probably will start to use this designation on other products as well to make it easier to distinguish which of their products are incense-cedar wood and which are not.
UPDATE: They also have a new stamp in the form of a gold colored banner: "Celebrating over 100 years of excellence". AVOID those like the plague! You are buying the low-end Ticonderoga. The irony...that they would label their low-end garbage as "excellence".
Ticonderogas come in a higher grade and lower grade now. Look for the green-white CEDAR WOOD stamp if you want the high grade Ticonderoga.
The problem is that there are huge stocks of pre-2016 packaging and it is hard to tell what's inside unless you actually peek into the box and handle the pencil in person. Even then, some variety of Ticonderogas will have sloppy paint jobs that have paint dripped over the ends and make it difficult to see the wood grain or take a whiff which is an important hint as to what you are dealing with (cedar vs basswood). Of course this is not possible when buying on Amazon.
I've bought 96-pack Ticonderogas at the large wholesale membership stores before (Costco) that are of the Mexican origin, in the same cello wrapped individually boxed units per dozen, HOWEVER, they are "not marked for individual sale", meaning the bar codes and product code (i.e. 13882) are not imprinted on the individual boxes.
The 96-pack bought today (2/6/2016) here on Amazon are also of the Mexican variety, in the same cello wrapped individual boxed units per dozen, AND they are each marked for individual sale, replete with barcodes and product codes. This is an interesting distinction because there is a huge quality difference between the two, and this is the crux of this review:
- The Costco variety have a strong paint smell where the Amazon variety is nicely aromatic cedar.
- The Costco variety is NOT imprinted as 100% AMERICAN cedar wood, the Amazon variety has the imprint.
- The Costco variety is obviously not cedar wood, wood is a pasty white without visible woodgrain patterns
- The Costco variety had very poor paint jobs and the classic green foil lettering and logos are noticeably poorer quality
- There were more curved pencil "bananas" and off-centered leads in the Costco variety
- The Amazon variety had largely well centered leads with mostly straight barrels, and the ferrule yellow paint stripes were clean
This all means that if you are lucky and score a box of the cedar wood variety, you will have a great writing experience.
The Mexican Ticonderogas were generally thought to be superior to the Chinese versions, because the Ticonderogas made in China largely used basswood/non-cedar wood, had a smallish eraser head, and the leads were poorly centered, and the ferrules were poorly painted as well. A lot of technical problems seems to plaque the Chinese version, like leads falling out (poorly bonded lead), or broken leads, or not sharpening well to a point (poor quality wood to blame). However, my Costco experience illustrates that both factories, whether it be China or Mexico, produce higher grade Ticonderogas and clearly lower grade ones as well.
Interestingly, the latest batch of pencils that are hitting the shelves in big office retailers like Office Depot or Staples are of FANTASTIC quality and they are made in China versions, with well centered lead cores, incense-cedar wood barrels, sharply imprinted foil lettering, and ferrules that are printed very evenly with a bright yellow band, and erasers that are starting to grow to a size that almost rivals the Mexican counterparts. They are slightly darker in color and a very smooth, satin finish.
I hope that Dixon is starting to listen to the myriad of complaints about the inconsistencies of their Ticonderoga product line, and the latest developments in this venerable brand is surely encouraging that all is not falling on deaf ears. In fact, the latest batch that are made in China would indicate that they have made a major commitment to restoring the brand to its former glory!
Reviewed in the United States on February 8, 2016
Also, Ticonderogas over time have changed their packaging graphics and they will no longer specify wood type on the box, anymore. They now use a generic phrase "Premium Wood / Bois de la meilleure / Madera de primera calidad" which gives absolutely no indication if the wood is cedar or not.
Of late, they have a stamp signifying "100% American CEDAR WOOD sustainable forests" and this designation will grace all boxes of pencils that are created out of incense-cedar (presumably!).
It seems that this stamp has started to show on their products manufactured starting 2016. You will see it on their colored erasable/checking pencils, Tri-Conderogas, and their standard issue Ticonderogas in the 12-pack cardboard box, 24-pack hang tab clear plastic boxes, 48-pack hang tab green cardboard boxes, and the 96-pack cello wrapped variety which is in actuality 8 of the 12-pack boxes packaged as a single 96 count unit.
They probably will start to use this designation on other products as well to make it easier to distinguish which of their products are incense-cedar wood and which are not.
UPDATE: They also have a new stamp in the form of a gold colored banner: "Celebrating over 100 years of excellence". AVOID those like the plague! You are buying the low-end Ticonderoga. The irony...that they would label their low-end garbage as "excellence".
Ticonderogas come in a higher grade and lower grade now. Look for the green-white CEDAR WOOD stamp if you want the high grade Ticonderoga.
The problem is that there are huge stocks of pre-2016 packaging and it is hard to tell what's inside unless you actually peek into the box and handle the pencil in person. Even then, some variety of Ticonderogas will have sloppy paint jobs that have paint dripped over the ends and make it difficult to see the wood grain or take a whiff which is an important hint as to what you are dealing with (cedar vs basswood). Of course this is not possible when buying on Amazon.
I've bought 96-pack Ticonderogas at the large wholesale membership stores before (Costco) that are of the Mexican origin, in the same cello wrapped individually boxed units per dozen, HOWEVER, they are "not marked for individual sale", meaning the bar codes and product code (i.e. 13882) are not imprinted on the individual boxes.
The 96-pack bought today (2/6/2016) here on Amazon are also of the Mexican variety, in the same cello wrapped individual boxed units per dozen, AND they are each marked for individual sale, replete with barcodes and product codes. This is an interesting distinction because there is a huge quality difference between the two, and this is the crux of this review:
- The Costco variety have a strong paint smell where the Amazon variety is nicely aromatic cedar.
- The Costco variety is NOT imprinted as 100% AMERICAN cedar wood, the Amazon variety has the imprint.
- The Costco variety is obviously not cedar wood, wood is a pasty white without visible woodgrain patterns
- The Costco variety had very poor paint jobs and the classic green foil lettering and logos are noticeably poorer quality
- There were more curved pencil "bananas" and off-centered leads in the Costco variety
- The Amazon variety had largely well centered leads with mostly straight barrels, and the ferrule yellow paint stripes were clean
This all means that if you are lucky and score a box of the cedar wood variety, you will have a great writing experience.
The Mexican Ticonderogas were generally thought to be superior to the Chinese versions, because the Ticonderogas made in China largely used basswood/non-cedar wood, had a smallish eraser head, and the leads were poorly centered, and the ferrules were poorly painted as well. A lot of technical problems seems to plaque the Chinese version, like leads falling out (poorly bonded lead), or broken leads, or not sharpening well to a point (poor quality wood to blame). However, my Costco experience illustrates that both factories, whether it be China or Mexico, produce higher grade Ticonderogas and clearly lower grade ones as well.
Interestingly, the latest batch of pencils that are hitting the shelves in big office retailers like Office Depot or Staples are of FANTASTIC quality and they are made in China versions, with well centered lead cores, incense-cedar wood barrels, sharply imprinted foil lettering, and ferrules that are printed very evenly with a bright yellow band, and erasers that are starting to grow to a size that almost rivals the Mexican counterparts. They are slightly darker in color and a very smooth, satin finish.
I hope that Dixon is starting to listen to the myriad of complaints about the inconsistencies of their Ticonderoga product line, and the latest developments in this venerable brand is surely encouraging that all is not falling on deaf ears. In fact, the latest batch that are made in China would indicate that they have made a major commitment to restoring the brand to its former glory!
The smooth, fine graphite glides effortlessly, providing a consistently even and precise line with every stroke. The lead is incredibly durable, reducing the need for frequent sharpening and allowing me to write for extended periods without interruption.
The wood casing feels comfortable in my hand, and the classic yellow design brings back nostalgic memories of my school days. It's a joy to hold and use these pencils for both writing and sketching.
Moreover, the eraser is excellent – it doesn't smudge or leave behind unsightly marks, ensuring a clean and professional finish to my work.
Overall, the Ticonderoga Wood-Cased Pencils are simply outstanding. Their unmatched performance, combined with the classic and reliable design, make them an essential tool for anyone in need of a high-quality writing instrument. These pencils have earned my highest recommendation without a doubt!
Best pencils out there!
Pencils are one of those things that are so inexpensive, you basically can't find a high-quality pencil *anywhere* (unless you buy a "hipster designed" pencil meant for use exclusively with wood covered journals filled with hemp paper). The biggest problem with most cheap pencils is the eraser. Usually using the term "Eraser" to describe an eraser on a typical pencil would be considered false advertising. The eraser on most pencils is there as a decoration until you use it -- when it promptly breaks off and you're now stuck with a metal end which when rubbed against a piece of paper serves better to cut it than to erase anything. If it doesn't break off, it's designed in such a way as to be used as a pink highlighter.
Not so of Dixon Ticonderoga pencil erasers. They actually erase! Eureka!
Then there's the pencil lead. A pencil should basically be designed to be sharpened. Most pencil sharpeners are dull, or if you're like me, you have one of those $5.00 electric ones and the pencil sharpener is basically designed to chop the lead right off well before reaching the point of being sharpened. If you're a hipster and do not believe in sharpening your own pencils -- instead opting to spend $20 on pencil sharpening services -- you'll still be happy with these pencils. They can be easily sharpened in the *worst* of pencil sharpeners without having the lead snap off and your pencil artisan will commend you for making his job so much easier.
And did you see that price? You basically get enough pencils to get through an entire decade of school! Or, if you're me, you get enough pencils to sharpen a box and throw all over your workshop so that when you misplace the pencil for the 12th time, there's always one nearby to grab onto.
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Reviewed in Mexico on June 13, 2019
La matita gialla americana, vista e rivista in film e serie televisive.
Ne conservavo un buon ricordo perchè da piccolo a volte le ricevevo in regalo e scrivevano meglio di quelle nostrane, si temperavano più facilmente e la punta non si spezzava nel temperamatite. Oggi o sono passati gli anni e i miei ricordi si sono sbiaditi, o la qualità non è più quella di allora nel senso che gli altri hanno fatto progressi, scrivono discretamente ma le Staedtler (quelle classiche gialle e nere, che uso nella variante con la gomma in fondo) vanno meglio, più di una volta la mina si è spezzata nel temperino. Può essere che su una scatola da 96 abbia incocciato in quelle riuscite meno bene, vedremo con il tempo. Per ora mi limito a dare quattro stelle, di cui una sulla fiducia.