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2B Mitsubishi 9000 Pencils, box of 12

£12.50

The 9000 is another model which has been around for many years (decades) and remains unchanged. Dark, ultra smooth, good looks in packaging and lacquer alike - it comes highly recommended for sketching and writing.

Mitsubishi was established in 1887 after its founder Mr Masaki having seen a pencil (then a newly mass manufactured implement) in 1878 at the Paris World Exhibition, sought to replicate the product in his factory. Before then, stationery products were exclusively imported from Germany but Japan going through rapid modernisation and industrialisation during what is known as the Meiji Era became able to develop its own industry, encouraged by a rise in demand due to education reform (no more calligraphy brushes.. modern pencils for all school children).

Graphite from Kagoshima prefecture, the most southern part of Japan, was mixed to clay from Tochigi prefecture (region neighbouring Tokyo), encased in the best wood from Hokkaido (the northern island of Japan) and voila the Japanese pencil was born. All together it took 15 years in research and tooling development for Mr Masaki to set up his factory.

It is estimated that around 1910, Japanese pencils accounted for 60% of domestic consumption, while 40% were still being imported from Germany and the US. WWI was a catalyst in the developement of pencil making in Japan, because German imports suddenly became unavailable and created a drought in supply. Thus the Japanese industry of pencil manufacturing was securely established for what is now over 100 years.

Artists and pencil lovers alike turn to this nation which produces the best available.

Length: 17.6cm
Diameter: 0.8cm
Weight: 70g
Material: Wood with graphite core
Lead Grade: 2B
Colour: Dark graphite
Box of 12 pencils

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2B Mitsubishi 9000 Pencils, box of 12

£12.50
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Do You Offer Gift Wrapping?

Yes, gift wrapping can be chosen before checkout and is a £10 flat fee, which includes a card and envelope for you to leave a message. We use premium materials, our in-house Italian paper and Swiss ribbon and an assortment of branded stickers.

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Once placed, orders cannot be modified and the address cannot be changed. This is to avoid errors in processing. If you have made an error, please email to request a cancellation, you can then place a new order with the correct details. Once shipped an order cannot be cancelled, it will need to be returned.

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If an item in your order is unavailable, our team will contact you in writing to let you know and discuss your options. We’ll do our best to suggest alternatives or advise when the item is expected back in stock. During busy seasonal periods, if an item under £10 is out of stock, we’ll issue a refund for that product and send the rest of your order so you receive it without delay.

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Digital Gift Cards can be purchased through our website and are delivered by email, these are redeemable through online purchases only. In-store only gift vouchers can also be purchased by visiting us at our physical store in Covent Garden.

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Yes, if the items in your basket are available at our shop in Covent Garden, you will be able to select “Pick Up” at that location. Not all items will be available at this location.

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About Us

Choosing Keeping is an independent shop located in Covent Garden, London. We specialise in offering a wide range of stationery and miscellaneous items to cater to all your needs.

We take pride in offering products that inspire creativity and elevate the art of writing. Whether you're looking for a special gift or simply want to treat yourself, we invite you to explore our collection and discover the joy of stationery.

We offer gift wrapping with premium materials, our in-house Italian paper and Swiss ribbon and an assortment of swallow branded stickers. We ship to all destinations worldwide by DHL.

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