Generals

Generals

General Pencil Company (General’s)

General Pencil co, also known simply as General’s, has been a trusted name in the world of art supplies for over a century. Their high-quality products, including charcoal pencils and drawing charcoals are known for their exceptional performance and durability. 

They only use the finest materials to create their quality pencils and drawing mediums. With high pigment and smooth application, General Pencil art supplies are a popular choice among artists of all skill levels.

Types of General Pencils available:

General’s white charcoal pencil kit: 4 pack of extra smooth white charcoal sticks, ideal for broad strokes. 

Single General’s charcoal pencil: High quality, high carbon charcoal pencils made with organic blacks. 

General's carbon sketch pencils: Peelable charcoal sketch general pencil set, made to peel instead of sharpen, perfect for artists on the go!

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Shop General charcoal pencils online now and receive same day dispatch when you order before 11am, plus free shipping on orders over $100. Looking for more art supplies? Check out Art to Art’s range of drawing accessories, including art pencils, fineliner pens and paint pens.

FAQs

Where are General’s pencils made?

They are made in New Jersey, United States at their manufacturing centre.

What type of wood does the General Pencil Company use?

The General Pencil Company uses high-quality, sustainable cedar wood to make their pencils. Cedar is a popular choice for pencil manufacturing because it is soft, easy to sharpen, and has a pleasant scent.

Who owns the General Pencil company?

General’s is a family-owned and operated business that was founded in 1889. It is currently owned and operated by the Weissenborn family, who have been running the company for four generations.