--- product_id: 260313834 title: "GRAPHITE CASTELL9000 6CT TIN" brand: "faber-castell" price: "€ 12.44" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 7 url: https://www.desertcart.at/products/260313834-graphite-castell9000-6ct-tin store_origin: AT region: Austria --- # eco-friendly water-based varnish 6 graphite pencils, varied hardness extra break-resistant lead GRAPHITE CASTELL9000 6CT TIN **Brand:** faber-castell **Price:** € 12.44 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ✏️ Elevate your art game with the legendary Castell 9000 — where tradition meets trend. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** GRAPHITE CASTELL9000 6CT TIN by faber-castell - **How much does it cost?** € 12.44 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.at](https://www.desertcart.at/products/260313834-graphite-castell9000-6ct-tin) ## Best For - faber-castell enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted faber-castell brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Built to Last:** Fully bonded lead and wood casing ensure superior break resistance during intense sketching. - • **Ready When You Are:** Pre-sharpened pencils that deliver instant, flawless lines—no downtime, just flow. - • **Eco-Chic Creativity:** Finished with environmentally-friendly water-based varnish for guilt-free artistry. - • **Precision in Every Stroke:** Six finely graded hardness levels (HB to 8B) for ultimate artistic control. - • **Timeless Legacy, Modern Edge:** Crafted by a brand with over 260 years of innovation and artistic excellence. ## Overview The Faber-Castell GRAPHITE CASTELL9000 6CT TIN offers six premium graphite pencils ranging from HB to 8B hardness, designed for professional artists and demanding sketches. Featuring break-resistant, fully bonded leads and an eco-friendly water-based varnish, this pre-sharpened set combines over 260 years of craftsmanship with modern sustainability. Ideal for precise technical drawing and expressive artistic work, it’s a must-have for creatives who value quality and heritage. ## Description Faber-Castell was established in 1761 by the cabinet maker Kaspar Faber, it is one of the oldest industrial companies in the world. The company is one of the world’s leading manufacturer of wood-cased pencils with a varied range of products for writing, drawing and creative design, as well as decorative cosmetics. Faber-Castell is renowned for its high quality, innovative products, commitment to tradition, and environmental awareness. Lothar von Faber took over the family business in 1839. He is remembered, in particular, as a pioneer of the branded article who in creating his own brand name set a new standard. Today the eighth generation family member Count Anton-Wolfgang von Faber-Castell, who took over as head of the company in 1978, has been instrumental in new product development and the expansion of international activities. Count Faber-Castell takes delight in rediscovering products from the past and recreating them with timeless design and modern technology. Castell 9000 is a genuinely classic pencil and was launched by Count Alexander von Faber-Castell in 1905. The Castell 9000 is available in 16 different degrees of hardness, making it the ideal pencil for all technical and artistic applications. The Castell 9000 Pencil's quality and finely graduated degrees of hardness have made it a firm favourite with artists and illustrators. Its lead is fully bonded with the wood surround and is therefore particularly break-resistant. Castell 9000 Pencil's are ideally suited for drawing in the field of industrial design or fine detail drawings and they have an environmentally safe water-based coating. The Art Tin contains 6 of Faber-Castell's Castell 9000 pencils in hardness grades HB, B, 2B, 4B, 6B and 8B. The tin of 6 is ideal as a gift whether for beginners as an introductory set or for professionals to add to their collection. The perfect set for artistic and high contrast work. ## Features - * 6 GRAPHITE PENCILS OF SUPERIOR QUALITY IN THE FOLLOWING DEGREES OF HARDNESS: HB, B, 2B, 4B, 6B & 8B - * Ideal for artistic work, demanding studies and sketches - * Extra break-resistant, easy to sharpen and erase - * Environmentally-friendly water-based varnish ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00COMESOQ | | Additional Features | Pre-Sharpened | | Age Range Description | Adult | | Age range (description) | Adult | | Animal Theme | Cat | | Artistic Charcoal Form | Willow Charcoal | | Best Sellers Rank | #653 in Office Products ( See Top 100 in Office Products ) #8 in Wooden Pencils | | Body Shape | Round | | Brand | Faber-Castell | | Brand Name | Faber-Castell | | Closure Type | Twist | | Color | Black | | Colour | Black | | Country of Publication | China | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 6,979 Reviews | | Drill Point | Broad | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00092633807033, 04005400028520, 04005401190639 | | Grip Type | [Standard] | | Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous | | Hardness | 8B | | Included Components | Lead | | Ink Base | Water | | Ink Color | Black | | Ink colour | Black | | Item Dimensions | 20 x 20 x 170 millimeters | | Item Type Name | Pencil | | Item Weight | 80 Grams | | Line Size | 0_5mm | | Manufacturer | FABER-CASTELL | | Material | Wood | | Material Type | Wood | | Model Name | CASTELL 9000 TIN OF 6 (HB,B,2B,4B,6B,8B) | | Model Number | 119063 | | Pattern | Solid | | Recommended Uses For Product | Artistic Application | | Style | Case of 6 | | Subject Character | no subject character | | Theme | Art | | UPC | 799198549087 787718157935 092633807033 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Pack | | Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant | | Writing Instrument Form | Graphite Pencil | | Writing Technique | pencil lead | | Writing instrument form | Graphite Pencil | ## Product Details - **Age range (description):** Adult - **Brand:** Faber-Castell - **Colour:** Black - **Ink colour:** Black - **Writing instrument form:** Graphite Pencil ## Images ![GRAPHITE CASTELL9000 6CT TIN - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61iZE37TQaL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color, Item Package Quantity** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: is the lead in the pencils 3/H or 2/H** A: The "Castell 9000" set of 6 pencils has HB,B,2B,4B,6B and 8B. I chose the softer leads but they do sell sets of the harder leads. Hope this helps. **Q: Will it erase from canvas?** A: Yes it might **Q: Do the pencils work with watercolor ?** A: No.....just for drawing...you want watercolor pencils ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing *by on Reviewed in the United Arab Emirates 13 February 2023* Great set of pencils for sketching and easy to carry around. Wow ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Lovely n smooth *by on Reviewed in the United Arab Emirates 4 December 2023* It's lovely n v smooth on a hotpress paper.. but works equally well on cold press paper . ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fijne potloden *by on Reviewed in the Netherlands 3 November 2025* Supper fijne potloden voor het schetsen, weer gekocht omdat mijn andere op waren. ## Frequently Bought Together - Faber-Castell - Castell 9000 Art Set Pencil (Pack of 6), Green - Faber-Castell Kneaded Eraser with Case, Grey - 43 PCS Blending Stumps and Tortillions Paper Art Blenders Sketch Drawing Tools with Sketch Wipe Scrapers,Rub Sponge,Kneaded Eraser and Sandpaper Sharpeners --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.at/products/260313834-graphite-castell9000-6ct-tin](https://www.desertcart.at/products/260313834-graphite-castell9000-6ct-tin) --- *Product available on Desertcart Austria* *Store origin: AT* *Last updated: 2026-09-19*