The General’s Pencil Company is a historic American brand built around one core idea: doing pencils right. Established in 1860 - with over a century of experience- General’s focuses almost entirely on graphite, charcoal and drawing pencils, refining how they feel, respond and perform in real use. These are tools made for control, consistency and durability—trusted by artists, illustrators and designers who rely on predictable marks and steady handling from start to finish. Whether for study, sketching or professional work, General’s pencils are designed to be dependable companions, not disposable tools.
A complete clean-up kit by General’s designed to remove inks, paints and stubborn stains from tools, fabrics and surfaces. Includes Kiss-Off stain remover and The Masters® Soap for deep brush cleaning and conditioning.
A versatile set of two General’s Sketch & Wash water-soluble graphite pencils with sharpener, allowing you to draw dry or activate with water for soft graphite washes and tonal effects.
A complete Plastipastel coloring pencil set by the General Pencil Company featuring 12 erasable colors, a Factis Plastic eraser and a sharpener for clean, controlled coloring.
Water-soluble colored pencils by the General Pencil Company with vibrant, blendable pigments that transform into watercolor effects when activated with water.
A drawing set by the General Pencil Company that includes a flat point sharpener and a flat graphite pencil, ideal for broad strokes, shading and expressive sketching.
Artist-quality white charcoal pencils by the General Pencil Company for highlights and fine details on dark or toned paper. The set includes two pencils and a metal sharpener for precise control.
Traditional pure willow charcoal sticks by the General Pencil Company, perfect for velvety blacks, blending and expressive sketching. Includes a kneaded eraser for controlled corrections.
The General’s Kimberly Watercolor Pencils combine the precision of colored pencils with the fluidity of watercolor. Use them dry for drawing and detail, or activate them with water to create soft washes and vibrant color transitions. A complete 24-color set for illustration, painting and mixed media.
A curated pencil set by the General Pencil Company designed for hand lettering, calligraphy, journaling and illustration, featuring four versatile pencils and a sharpener.
Specialty pencils by the General Pencil Company designed to write clearly on glass, metal, plastic and other hard surfaces. Includes black and white pencils plus a steel sharpener.
A precision eraser by the General Pencil Company featuring a unique triangular shape, offering pointed tips for fine details and a broad surface for quick, clean erasing.
The General’s Flat 3-in-1 Art & Craft Sharpener features three different sharpening sizes, making it ideal for graphite, charcoal, pastel and artist-grade pencils. A versatile, compact tool designed for artists who work with multiple pencil types.
The General’s Plastipastel Coloring Pencils deliver smooth, vibrant color with a controlled, pencil-like feel. Their erasable formula allows clean corrections without damaging the paper. A versatile 24-color set for sketching, illustration and creative work.
The General’s Kneaded Rubber Eraser 139BP is a soft, moldable eraser designed for charcoal, graphite and carbon. It lifts pigment gently without damaging the paper, making it ideal for erasing, lightening areas and creating highlights with precision.