Manufacturer | Mattel |
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Brand | Cra-Z-Art |
Item Weight | 1.6 ounces |
Product Dimensions | 3.75 x 0.6 x 7 inches |
Item model number | DDR56 |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Color | Yellow |
Pencil Lead Degree (Hardness) | HB |
Material Type | Wood |
Number of Items | 1 |
Size | 12 Count (Pack of 1) |
Point Type | Medium |
Line Size | 0.7mm |
Ink Color | Yellow |
Manufacturer Part Number | DDR56 |
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Write Dudes USA Gold Premium Cedar No. 2 Pre-Sharpened Pencils 12-Count (DDR56)
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Brand | Cra-Z-Art |
Color | Yellow |
Ink Color | Yellow |
Age Range (Description) | all |
Material | Wood |
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- Write Dudes USA Gold Premium Cedar No. 2 Pre-Sharpened Pencils 12-Count (DDR56)
- Write Dudes USA Gold Premium Cedar No. 2 Pre-Sharpened Pencils 12-Count (DDR56)
- Write Dudes USA Gold Premium Cedar No. 2 Pre-Sharpened Pencils 12-Count (DDR56)
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Easy to hold | 4.7 | 4.1 | 4.4 | 4.1 | 4.7 | 4.5 |
Value for money | 4.4 | 4.1 | 4.3 | 4.1 | 4.1 | 4.4 |
Durability | 4.0 | 5.0 | 4.0 | 5.0 | 3.9 | 4.3 |
Longevity | 4.5 | — | 3.9 | — | 3.6 | 4.2 |
Sturdiness | 4.1 | — | 4.2 | — | 3.9 | — |
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U.S.A. Gold – Pencils Proudly Made in Lewisburg, Tennessee since 1961
U.S.A. Gold is truly the gold standard in #2 HB pencils. With a 55 year history, these real wood pencils are domestically produced in Lewisburg, Tennessee out of sustained yield, California incense cedar wood making them premium, superior-quality pencils.
Whether you purchase unsharpened or pre-sharpened, these PMA approved pencils sharpen easily and evenly in all types of sharpeners. Teachers prefer them because U.S.A. Gold Pencils will not ruin or jam up pencil sharpeners, making them the perfect school list and classroom staple.
Additionally, the high quality graphite cores are bonded for superior point strength, smooth writing, and erase easily with the durable non-latex erasers. There’s no contest here. Go for the gold standard with U.S.A. Gold pencils, an excellent choice for school, home, or the office.
- Made in the USA
- 55 Year American Heritage
- Sharpen Evenly
- Won’t Jam Up Sharpeners
- Writes Smoothly
- Long-Lasting, Latex-Free Erasers
- Made from Sustained yield, Incense Cedar Wood
- No Rain Forest Wood used
- Made with Graphite, not lead
- PMA approved
- Classroom and Teacher approved!
People often wonder — how is America’s pencil made? Well, we are here to provide all the knitty-gritty details behind the making of USA Gold pencils.
We start with high-quality, incense cedar wood harvested right here in the USA. Why cedar you ask? Cedar is widely recognized as the finest wood species available for manufacturing pencils. Its reddish-brown color, fine grain and low resin content allow us to manufacture pencils with a smooth surface that sharpen easily and evenly. You will find that most artist-quality colored and graphite pencils are made from Incense Cedar. Did we mention that the manufacturing magic happens at our factory right here in Lewisburg, Tennessee? Over the last 50+ years, we have earned the reputation of being the largest and finest pencil manufacturer in the USA and we are mighty proud of it!
Here is the breakdown of how our pencils our made. It’s really quite an interesting 10 step process:
1. Incense Cedar logs are cut into pencil blocks.
2. Pencil blocks are cut into pencil slats.
3. Pencil slats are treated with wax and stain.
4. A machine cuts grooves into the slats to accept the writing core.
5. The writing core – made from a mixture of graphite and clay – is placed into the grooves.
6. A second grooved slat is glued on to the first, making a 'slat sandwich'.
7. The slat sandwich is machined into the pencil shape.
8. Individual pencils are cut from the sandwich and are sanded down for smoothness.
9. Each pencil is painted. Then, a recess is cut to accept the ferrule (the metal ring that holds the eraser to the pencil).
10. A ferrule and eraser are crimped into place on each pencil.
That’s how America’s Favorite USA made #2 pencil is made!
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ASIN | B005FPT78G |
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4.7 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #1,245 in Office Products (See Top 100 in Office Products) #9 in Woodcase Lead Pencils |
Date First Available | July 13, 2011 |
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This 12-count pack of USA Gold pencils from the Write Dudes includes 12 premium #2 wooden pencils that are easy to sharpen and have latex-free erasers. USA Gold pencils come in classic yellow and are made out of genuine American cedar. These pencils are excellent for work and school. Key Features: 12 quality wooden pencils with latex-free erasers Classic yellow pencils with premium #2 HB lead Great for home, school or office Made in the USA from 100% Cedar wood
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Customers like the quality, density, authenticity, readability, and sharpening of the pencil. For example, they mention that it's made in the USA from FSC certified wood, it writes smooth, and that it sharpens well. Customers are also impresseded with the value.
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Customers like the quality of the pencil. They say it is made well, the graphite is smooth, and the wood is grown sustainably. They also say the pencils have a good balance of lead hardness, which is strong enough but soft enough. Customers also like that the pencil does not break off or fall apart.
"I love that they are pre sharpened. Strong and writes smooth." Read more
"...It's the same size and shape as any other #2 pencil. The graphite seems to be good quality--smooth, not too fragile. Eraser is good...." Read more
"Great pencils at a great price! Only one issue is that the lead seems to be off-center, but I'm sure most people would not even notice." Read more
"These are fantastic pencils as far as the way they're made, great quality, write well, lead doesn't break easily when you use or sharpen it, well..." Read more
Customers like the sharpening of the pencil. They say it sharpens well, and lasts. They also appreciate that it comes pre-sharpened, making it easy to sharpen. Overall, customers say the pencil is worth the hassle-free frustrations.
"I love that they are pre sharpened. Strong and writes smooth." Read more
"...1. Solid wood construction that is durable and sharpens easily.2...." Read more
"...Unlike the old RoseArt pencils, these feel like pencils and sharpen beautifully...." Read more
"...You get better results in your data entry/marking activities, and it saves time...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the value of the pencils. They mention that it is a great find to save money by buying in bulk. Some say that the pencil is of excellent quality and value for money.
"Best affordable pencil still made in USA. Musgrave and General are great too, but you can’t beat the price of these." Read more
"Great pencils at a great price! Only one issue is that the lead seems to be off-center, but I'm sure most people would not even notice." Read more
"...well, lead doesn't break easily when you use or sharpen it, well worth the money...." Read more
"...It's really good for the right price and durability." Read more
Customers find the writing instruments easy to read and use. They mention that the pencils write nicely and smoothly, and sharpen easily without breaking. Customers also say that the writing is dark and bold, and that the end result is a clear and dark entry.
"I love that they are pre sharpened. Strong and writes smooth." Read more
"...Like many of them, this one is well made and writes smoothly. It's the same size and shape as any other #2 pencil...." Read more
"...are fantastic pencils as far as the way they're made, great quality, write well, lead doesn't break easily when you use or sharpen it, well worth..." Read more
"...2 pencils have a good dark center that is clear and easy to read. I have bought several different brands of No. 2 pencils and been disappointed...." Read more
Customers like the density of the pencil. They say it has a smooth feel to the hand when writing, and the graphite is smooth.
"...The graphite seems to be good quality--smooth, not too fragile. Eraser is good...." Read more
"...Unlike the old RoseArt pencils, these feel like pencils and sharpen beautifully...." Read more
"...They're not pale like other more expensive ones. The lead is just the right softness. I also like that they're made here in the USA." Read more
"...I hate mechanical pencils so these are like heaven, the eraser is nice and soft and it’s pretty smooth to write with!..." Read more
Customers appreciate the authenticity of the pencils. They mention that they are made in the USA from FSC certified wood, which is ethical and responsible.
"...-FSC Certified Wood casing - If you care about the environment, FSC certified products are the way to go; Far better than recycled wood products..." Read more
"...A+ rating in my opinion, and are made in the USA. They were also a great value when I purchased them...." Read more
"...nice because they come pre sharpened but more importantly they are made in USA. They have been flawless for me." Read more
"...They are also made in the USA from FSC certified wood, so I know the sourcing and manufacture is ethical and responsible. Five stars!" Read more
Customers find the writing instrument versatile and useful for school, teachers, and their own work. They also say it's a great alternative for schools looking to stretch their budget. Customers also mention that the pencils are perfect for keeping kids focused while doing their school work and for crossword puzzles.
"Very nice to sent to teachers when they ask for supplies. It's really good for the right price and durability." Read more
"Perfect for school" Read more
"...Perfect for keeping kids focused while doing their school work." Read more
"...These are a great alternative for our school as we are always looking to stretch our supply budget. Thanks USA Gold!" Read more
Customers like the smell of the writing instrument. They mention it has a lovely cedar smell and is perfume-y.
"...you order their cedar pencils, you will be pleased as they normally smell great and hold up really well - even down to the nub these pencils will..." Read more
"...Add to that, the smell of cedar is amazing and sharpening these pencils always brings back memories of childhood to everyone I know...." Read more
"...sharpener and when I open it to empty the shavings, it is a really pleasant aroma - not strong hamster-cage cedar but soft and perfume-y. They are a..." Read more
"...Also, I like the dark lines and the cedar wood which smells good." Read more
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So, here's my verdict. These pencils *are* better than the super cheap garbage pencils we can buy for a quarter a bushel at the dollar store. They don't have any of the pretty decorative sleeves (which I swear are designed solely to gum up pencil sharpeners) that kids love. But that have the following:
1. Solid wood construction that is durable and sharpens easily.
2. Erasers that seem well-affixed and survive for more than 28 seconds of erasing.
3. Nice leads.
Where the rubber hits the road is point #3, which is an admittedly extremely subjective position to take. Pretty much every pencil you buy will say it is a "#2" pencil. But since "#2" is just a self-declared statement by the manufacturer, it has virtually no meaning. A #2 pencil should be medium-hard on the "graphite scale," which is kind of like telling your friend that your BBQ wings are "medium hot" on the Scoville scale. It's not super helpful.
I've always found that writing with my kids's super cheap pencils feels a little too smooth. Like the lead immediately balls over, is too slippery, and leaves a dull thick mark about 3/4" of a linear inch after I start writing with it and way too light. This is counter-intuitive because a softer lead (one that rounds off quickly) should leave a darker mark than a harder lead. That's how graphite works. But it's only counter-intuitive until you realize that it's probably just a garbage lead to begin with, and you can't really expect it to follow the same standards as the kinds of leads artists use. That's why they put those decorative sleeves on them: so you won't think about how awful they are.
A good pencil holds a sharp edge a little longer, maintains a fairly dark line, and has just a little toothiness to it.
But look, it's a pencil. And if you have young kids, it likely will never be fully appreciated or survive to its full potential life span. You are almost certainly better buying the cheap, bulk pencils that you have no regret getting lost, broken, or I don't know, eaten by the dog (Yes, I'm talking to you family-dog-that-thinks-pencils-are-a-tasty-treat).
Unless, of you course, you're like me, and you obsess everything to death and you consider the tiny minutia of potential performance, and read hundreds of reviews on pencils (I used to be cool, I think), and spend a little more money for something that is marginally better because it is marginally better. If you're that kind of person--I feel sorry for you, and welcome to the club--just buy these and rest assured that they are slightly--oh so very slightly--better than the cheap one.