Are these (2b) very different from tombow mono pencils in smoothness & ease of erasing? https://www.amazon.com/dp/b00dmwqqmo/ref=olp_product_details?_

These are not the same as the Monos. The Mono is an artist grade pencil -- it's smoother, quieter at the same grade. The 8900 says 'For General Writing' on them. Keep in mind that it's not a Japanese pencil. It's made in Vietnam. A good pencil for 6 bucks, though.

How hard or soft is the graphite? I want to use this for note-taking, so I'd like something with a relatively harder and darker graphite.

This is about the softest pencil grade normally sold for writing. It is dark, easy to erase and doesn't cut into soft paper. But it will also smear easily. That's the trade off with soft pencils. I think it is perfect for newspaper crossword puzzles and pretty good for drawings where you want shading. But for note taking, you will probably find a 2H or HB grade better even though they are lighter and harder to erase.

Are all 12 pencils in 2b lead? title says 2b, but product description mentions hb, b, and 2b...kindly clarify

I bought 12 pencils with b hardness - all in one box. Also 2b hardness - again all 12 in one boxLiz Lynam

I want to be sure. Is thIs the price for 12 pencils?

Yes, this price for 12 pencils.

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Tombow 8900 Drawing Pencil, B,Graphite 12-Pack

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Age range (description)
Adult
Brand
Tombow
Colour
Green
Ink colour
Black
Writing instrument form
Graphite

🌲cedar wood for smooth sharpening

✏️12-pack premium pencils

🛡️break-resistant B-grade lead

€ 21.85

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Description

✏️ Elevate your ideas with Japan’s legendary pencil — where precision meets durability.

CONSISTENT DARK LINES - B-grade graphite delivers rich, smooth strokes for professional-quality writing and drawing.
LONG LASTING CEDAR WOOD - Premium cedar wood ensures even sharpening and extended pencil life.
ERGONOMIC HEXAGONAL GRIP - Comfortable, high-grip hex shape reduces hand fatigue during long sessions.
DURABLE BREAK RESISTANT - Engineered lead resists snapping, so your creative flow never breaks.
ICONIC JAPANESE CRAFTSMANSHIP - Trusted since 1913, the Tombow 8900 is a timeless classic for creatives and managers alike.

The Tombow 8900 Drawing Pencil 12-Pack features break-resistant B-grade graphite encased in premium cedar wood with a hexagonal grip for comfort and control. Renowned in Japan since 1913, these pencils offer consistent dark lines, require less sharpening, and come in a convenient 12-pack, perfect for professionals seeking reliable, high-quality writing and drawing tools.

Specifications

ASIN	B00KA3OQ2A
Additional Features	Break-resistant
Age Range Description	Adult
Animal Theme	no animal theme
Best Sellers Rank	#20,796 in Office Products ( See Top 100 in Office Products ) #205 in Wooden Pencils
Body Shape	Hexagonal
Brand Name	Tombow
Color	Green
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (1,885)
Drill Point	Medium
Global Trade Identification Number	00085014515313, 10085014515310
Grip Type	Hexagonal
Hand Orientation	Ambidextrous
Hardness	B
Included Components	Lead
Ink Color	Black
Item Dimensions	17.8 x 4.4 x 1.6 centimeters
Item Weight	45 g
Line Size	0.7mm
Manufacturer	TOMBOW
Material Type	Wood
Model Name	8900
Model Number	51531
Recommended Uses For Product	sketching, drawing, writing, heavy or detailed use
Style	B
Subject Character	Wood
Theme	drawing
UPC	085014515313
Unit Count	12 Count
Writing Instrument Form	Graphite Pencil
Writing Technique	pencil lead

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