Manufacturer | Faber-Castel |
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Brand | Faber-Castell |
Item Weight | 11.4 ounces |
Product Dimensions | 0.5 x 8.5 x 7.5 inches |
Item model number | 110024 |
Batteries | 1 A batteries required. |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Color | Multicolor |
Pencil Lead Degree (Hardness) | H |
Material Type | Tin, Metal |
Number of Items | 1 |
Size | 24 Count (Pack of 1) |
Point Type | Broad |
Ink Color | assorted Colors |
Manufacturer Part Number | 110024 |
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Brand | Faber-Castell |
Writing Instrument Form | Colored Pencil |
Color | Multicolor |
Ink Color | assorted Colors |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
About this item
- Polychromes Colored Pencil Set In Metal Tin 24pc
- This 8-3/8x7-3/8 inch metal tin contains twenty-four polychromes colored pencils
- Polychromes artists' pencils are valued internationally by professionals and semi-professionals for their unsurpassed quality
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Giftable | 4.6 | 4.0 | 4.5 | 4.8 | 4.8 | 4.6 |
Value for money | 4.4 | 3.8 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.8 | 4.5 |
Sheerness | 4.5 | 4.0 | — | 4.7 | 5.0 | 4.6 |
Durability | 4.7 | — | — | 4.7 | — | 4.5 |
Sturdiness | 4.6 | — | — | 4.7 | — | 4.6 |
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material | Tin, Metal | Tin | Lead Cedar Wood | Plastic | Wood Metal | Wood |
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Faber-Castell Polychromos Pencils - 24 Colors
Break Resistant Leads
Secural bonding process (SV) strengthens leads to resist breakage, while providing sharp fine lines and excellent point retention.
- Thick 3.8 mm leads
- Water-resistant
- Break-resistant
- Smudge-proof
- Permanent color
- Fade-resistant
Faber-Castell Polychromos Artists' Color Pencils
24 Artist Quality Color Pencils in Reusable Tin
Polychromos artists' pencils are valued internationally by professionals and semi-professionals for their unsurpassed quality. The high quality standards of the Polychromos colored pencils shine through, whether they are used for graphics, artistic free style or for the exact rendition of plans.
- Soft, vibrant color laydown
- Water-resistant and smudgeproof
- Break-resistant (SV bonded) leads
- High-quality acid-free pigments in bright colors
- Unsurpassed lightfastness (resistance to fading)
- Easily blended
- Made in Germany
Vibrant, Easy to Blend Colors
Buttery smooth color laydown. Polychromos Pencils an be easily blended for layered effects, highlights and transitions
Polychromos Color Pencils have an oil-based technology lead for blending smoothly without the concern of waxy bloom that results with-wax based color pencils.
Polychromos Tin - 12 Pencils | Polychromos Tin - 36 Pencils | Polychromos Tin - 60 Pencils | Polychromos Tin - 120 Pencils | Polychromos Wood Case - 120 Pencils | |
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Number of Colors | 12 | 36 | 60 | 120 | 120 |
3.8 mm Leads | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Break-Resistant | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Smudge-Proof | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Water-Resistant | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Fade Resistant | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Permanent Color | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Acid-Free | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Made in Germany | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
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ASIN | B0007OECK8 |
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4.7 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #8,544 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing (See Top 100 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing) #88 in Drawing Pencils |
Date First Available | December 28, 2007 |
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Faber Castel-Polychromous Colored Pencil Set In Metal Tin. Polychromous artists' pencils are valued internationally by professionals and semi-professionals for their unsurpassed quality. The high quality standards of the Polychromous colored pencils shine through whether they are used for graphics artistic free style or for the exact rendition of plans. This 8-3/8x7-3/8 inch metal tin contains twenty-four polychromous colored pencils. Imported.
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Customers like the quality, color, value, softness and blending of the pencils. For example, they mention the colors are nicely pigmented, have a nice bright hue and blend well. They also appreciate the smooth texture and the ability to layer colors. That said, they say the pencil is a good value for the price.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the colored pencils. They mention that the finished product was astounding, the pencils are nice, and the work turns out beautiful. They also say that the pencil is smooth, vibrant, and sturdy.
"...I feel the color range in the set of 24 is very nice in the yellows-reds, the blues are adequate, but I really would appreciate some more natural..." Read more
"...Another thing to mention is the fit and finish. These are really nice-looking, nice-feeling pencils...." Read more
"Amazing pencils and amazing quality" Read more
"These pencils are fantastic! They sharpen well and hold a point better than Prismacolor or any other brand I have tried...." Read more
Customers like the color of the pencils. They say the colors are nicely pigmented, have a bright hue, and blend well. They also say the pencil has good color coverage and enduring colors. Customers also say that the pencil is not waxy and has a good selection of colors.
"...They lay down a nice color immediately with little pressure.4) Wonderful for blending and shading...." Read more
"...They well highly pigmented and their color lays down on paper well. Yes I would recommend them to a friend and buy the again also!" Read more
"...These however, have a couple nice reds and I think the color pigment is of better quality...." Read more
"...So I was pleased to hear that the Polychromos line has a nice color spread.Another difference is in the lightfastness...." Read more
Customers like the value of the pencils. They say it's worth every penny, long-lasting, and a great product. Some customers also say that the pencil set is wonderful to use and fun to use.
"...wanted to try the Polychromes for some time and this was a good price for a basic set...." Read more
"...for myself or a friend as I feel they are a quality item at an affordable price point for the amount of pencils you get and they do not wear down..." Read more
"Worth the money" Read more
"...The only Con I can think of for these is the price. They are pricey pencels but you are getting a very high quality product...." Read more
Customers like the softness of the pencils. They say they are smooth, creamy, and easy to apply on paper. They also say the pencil has a vibrant color saturation and the color saturation is wonderful. Customers also love the feel of the colored pencils and say they blend well. The leads seem soft, but they find they don't need to sharpen them as often. Overall, customers are satisfied with the soft feel and quality of the product.
"...It's like coloring with watercolor paint, they go on so smooth." Read more
"...These are really nice-looking, nice-feeling pencils...." Read more
"the feel of these colored pencils is amazing. They glide over the paper. Very expensive for colored pencils but worth it." Read more
"These are oil based pencils. So soft to use. Haven’t tried to blend yet, but I like them." Read more
Customers like the blending of the pencils. They say that they lay down easily, blend beautifully, and flow on smoothly. They are soft, blendable, pigmented, and great colors. Some say that the Blending and layering is fantastic, and easy to blend than most pencils, and they love how many layers they can blend.
"...The blending was off the hook, I don't think I have ever owned a set of pencils that was so fluid in blending...." Read more
"These are nice color pencils they layer nicely and you can get cool effects by layering wax pencils over them too...." Read more
"...Immediately bought a 24 pack. They are the best for blending and shading of all my pencils. The colors are all gorgeous and bright...." Read more
"...Everything I use with these looks amazing, though. And I love how many layers I can blend even on a cheap paper...." Read more
Customers find the colors beautiful and easy to use. They say the colors blend well and go on smoothly. Customers also mention that the pens layer effortlessly and are easy to apply on paper.
"...Very rich and enduring colors. Went on easily without having to press down...." Read more
"...They blend well- Applies smoothly *depending on the material you are drawing on the distribution will of course with any medium vary*-..." Read more
"The colors have a great tone to them, easy to use." Read more
"...these and found that they have a nice bright hue, blend well and go on smoothly...." Read more
Customers find the pencils easy to sharpen. They say it sharpens very nicely and is easier than a wax base pencil. The colors are vibrant and stand out. The pencils keep a sharp point and are good for detailing.
"...Easy to sharpen with a hand held sharpener and they hold their points...." Read more
"These pencils are fantastic! They sharpen well and hold a point better than Prismacolor or any other brand I have tried...." Read more
"...The core is very sturdy and I can keep a nice sharp point for quite a long time, despite pressing hard at times." Read more
"...The colors are vibrant and bright, and they sharpen very well to a nice point without breaking the tip...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the sturdiness of the writing instrument. They mention that the tin came dented, damaged, and mangled. Some of the tips were broken, and the lead, if not centered, can cause a lot of breaking issues.
"...control and that the pencil lead, if not centered, can cause a lot of breaking issues...." Read more
"...my pencils in original packaging so I was upset when I saw the tin was damaged...." Read more
"Pencils are nice. Not really any better then prisma pencils. My case arrived crushed. Disappointed. I didn’t ask for replacement, my own fault...." Read more
"The case is all dented up, if this were a gift I would definitely return. But I still don’t think $60 pencils should come in a dented storage case." Read more
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In no particular order:
1) They look and feel great and have a nice finish that matches the color of the lead;
2) The barrels are slightly thicker than the Prismacolors and Lyras. Makes them easier to hold with less hand cramping;
3) They lay down a nice color immediately with little pressure.
4) Wonderful for blending and shading.
5) The tin is high quality and the pencils stay in place while being transported
6) Easy to sharpen with a hand held sharpener and they hold their points. So far no crumbling leads or breaking wood in the hand held sharpeners (unlike the Prismacolors and a couple of the Lyras)
7) Oil-based leads that are water resistant and
8) Each pencil has a rating of *, **, or *** denoting it's light-fastness.
The only Con I can think of for these is the price. They are pricey pencels but you are getting a very high quality product. I would definitely recommend these to friends and suggest you buy the largest set your budget can afford. The 24 set is adequate but you will feel limited in your color selection. I feel the color range in the set of 24 is very nice in the yellows-reds, the blues are adequate, but I really would appreciate some more natural green shades. Browns and greys seem adequate for me.
First, if you are coming from Prismacolor Premier pencils, these are superior. No doubt about it.
But if, like me, you're coming from other oil-based sets, like those made in the Koh-I-Noor factory in the Czech Republic, you may wonder what the big deal is.
From what I can tell, a key difference between these and Koh-I-Noor, Blick, and Utrecht colored pencils is the color variety. The first three really don't offer the difference in colors that you can get here, and even let many similar colors into their collections. This is disappointing. So I was pleased to hear that the Polychromos line has a nice color spread.
Another difference is in the lightfastness. But if lightfastness is really that important to you, have a look at other expensive products too, because superior lightfastness can be achieved. To me, lightfastness is of practically zero importance until I have a paying project or family project that expects longevity. At that time I will just go out and buy the most lightfast set that fits my need, and the price premium will be already taken care of in my estimate or in my overall project considerations.
Another thing to mention is the fit and finish. These are really nice-looking, nice-feeling pencils.
The case has actually been pretty annoying to me. Why would I want it to open up vertically, on a hinge? The hinged lid finds a way to make itself unwanted pretty fast, because there's usually something in its way. Ditch the case and use another method of transporting these. I use a Nite Ize Gear Tie.
Finally, this particular 24-color set contains a strange assortment of colors. No purple, excessive reds, and warm blue hues that I wouldn't have picked. The purple, not a big deal--blend it up. The blue hues though, well that's actually pretty annoying. I can't just blend up a nice light cool blue. But when I'm ready to dish out another $35 or so for some open-stock additions, this should make a nice set. I thought about buying a larger set, but a) some colors I want only come in the very large sets, and b) I don't like very large sets right now because I don't want to lug them around all the time, between home and office, home and vacation, etc. Also I like trying different types of pencils and find variety more fun.
If you are really budget-conscious, and are not really an experienced colored pencil artist, and are wondering if the actual experience of using these is worth it vs. the generic Czech pencils like Blick or Koh-I-Noor or Utrecht (now owned by Blick) offers, I really suggest that you start out with a small set of these Polychromos or just order a large set of the Czech stuff first.
If your expectations are that these will blow your mind and that you'll be in love from the moment they touch paper, prepare for some potential disappointment. They are just colored pencils, and while the Polychromos name does have that cool cachet, it's really got to match your personal circumstances and needs to be worth it.
I'm including a small drawing...that could be done with just about any colored pencil set on the market. :-) But still, these are nice pencils, and you might like them.
Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2015
First, if you are coming from Prismacolor Premier pencils, these are superior. No doubt about it.
But if, like me, you're coming from other oil-based sets, like those made in the Koh-I-Noor factory in the Czech Republic, you may wonder what the big deal is.
From what I can tell, a key difference between these and Koh-I-Noor, Blick, and Utrecht colored pencils is the color variety. The first three really don't offer the difference in colors that you can get here, and even let many similar colors into their collections. This is disappointing. So I was pleased to hear that the Polychromos line has a nice color spread.
Another difference is in the lightfastness. But if lightfastness is really that important to you, have a look at other expensive products too, because superior lightfastness can be achieved. To me, lightfastness is of practically zero importance until I have a paying project or family project that expects longevity. At that time I will just go out and buy the most lightfast set that fits my need, and the price premium will be already taken care of in my estimate or in my overall project considerations.
Another thing to mention is the fit and finish. These are really nice-looking, nice-feeling pencils.
The case has actually been pretty annoying to me. Why would I want it to open up vertically, on a hinge? The hinged lid finds a way to make itself unwanted pretty fast, because there's usually something in its way. Ditch the case and use another method of transporting these. I use a Nite Ize Gear Tie.
Finally, this particular 24-color set contains a strange assortment of colors. No purple, excessive reds, and warm blue hues that I wouldn't have picked. The purple, not a big deal--blend it up. The blue hues though, well that's actually pretty annoying. I can't just blend up a nice light cool blue. But when I'm ready to dish out another $35 or so for some open-stock additions, this should make a nice set. I thought about buying a larger set, but a) some colors I want only come in the very large sets, and b) I don't like very large sets right now because I don't want to lug them around all the time, between home and office, home and vacation, etc. Also I like trying different types of pencils and find variety more fun.
If you are really budget-conscious, and are not really an experienced colored pencil artist, and are wondering if the actual experience of using these is worth it vs. the generic Czech pencils like Blick or Koh-I-Noor or Utrecht (now owned by Blick) offers, I really suggest that you start out with a small set of these Polychromos or just order a large set of the Czech stuff first.
If your expectations are that these will blow your mind and that you'll be in love from the moment they touch paper, prepare for some potential disappointment. They are just colored pencils, and while the Polychromos name does have that cool cachet, it's really got to match your personal circumstances and needs to be worth it.
I'm including a small drawing...that could be done with just about any colored pencil set on the market. :-) But still, these are nice pencils, and you might like them.
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The price is also bearable they pare up with world class coloured pencils.
I would definitely recommend these
The pencils lay down perfectly, they do not shatter or smear.They have remarkable coverage and mix well with mineral spirits on watercolor paper. This is my new medium! I purchased one small set of 24 and 3 sets of 120 and a some extra greens and blues to render 12 double page spreads. I have only used up one 120 set and some of my extra singles!! 1 pencil can colour up 3 backgrounds... A
A balanced colour palette to suit many styles of drawing. All of the colours are named after painting pigments which really helps an artist identify desired colours. It's hard to believe that 120 colours satisfies my needs but they do!
Amazing product. A game changer. Well worth the extra cost because 1 polychromos pencil has better coverage than 6-7 prismacolor pencil. I can finally draw superfine detail. I wish someone had gifted these to me as a young artist!
I didn't used blender in my pencil paintings. I never worked on coloured portraits before , I made my first coloured portrait of my mom and dad first time using these pencils and these were amazing , I gifted them on their anniversary and they loved it ❤️ . If you are confused to buy , don't think too much buy it . If you want to make portraits buy light flesh or medium flesh separately because flesh colours are not included in 24 colour set .
Reviewed in India on August 20, 2020
I didn't used blender in my pencil paintings. I never worked on coloured portraits before , I made my first coloured portrait of my mom and dad first time using these pencils and these were amazing , I gifted them on their anniversary and they loved it ❤️ . If you are confused to buy , don't think too much buy it . If you want to make portraits buy light flesh or medium flesh separately because flesh colours are not included in 24 colour set .