Faber Castell 9000 8B Graphite Pencil

The Faber-Castell Castell 9000 8B is a premium, soft graphite pencil designed for artists, illustrators, and creative professionals. With an extra-soft 8B lead, it lays down deep, rich, expressive strokes—ideal for shading, tonal work, blending, and bold drawing.

Its lead is fully bonded to the wood casing using Faber-Castell’s SV process, which greatly enhances break resistance and durability. The finish is coated in a water-based, eco-friendly varnish, reducing harmful emissions while offering a smooth, elegant surface. 

Launched in 1905, the Castell 9000 line offers 16 grades of hardness from 8B (softest) to 6H (hardest), making it a versatile tool across technical and artistic applications. Whether you’re creating dark shading, broad strokes, or subtle transitions, the 8B variant delivers depth, character, and expressive capability.