The AWESOME Blackwing Pearl | Best Writing Pencil in the World!

[@vartikcsaba]

I don't know if it is true or not, but I heard Blackwing Pearl is just like a quality regular 3B pencil. And 602 is 2B from any other quality brand, and Blackwing is 4B.

[@bullseye11b]

I recently discovered the blackwings. I have ordered the 602, matte, natural and the volume 42 with is the same as the Pearl I believe. I’m anxiously awaiting them to arrive. Nice review.

[@Xqvn]

hi man i watched this video when it first came out that was when i gpt my first blackwings pearl pencils i just came back to this video after i just got back into drawing i hope u have a good life :)

[@RixCanDoit]

You as well. Thanks!

[@juanjocorsino101]

Great video! I use fountain pen everyday, but you make me rethink writing with these Blackwing pencils :D

[@RixCanDoit]

Thanks. Great pencils. But those fountain pens are pretty cool to use also!

[@izzman66]

Great video! I've been using the Blackwing Pearl for over six years. Very balanced and smooth. As a fall back because Blackwing are very pricey, I also use Mitsubishi pencils. It's a good value. Side note > I too use the KUM sharpener. $25 - Amazon.

[@MegasAlexandros28]

You did it! You found the best pencil in the world. If the LORD is willing, I'll order my very own box of Palomino Blackwing Pearl pencils pretty soon.

[@MegasAlexandros28]

I finally got my box in the mail A couple days ago - They are wonderful! Truly the best pencils. I still enjoy my 602's but these pearls are amazing!! May the LORD bless you and all who read this message, in the name of Jesus Christ!!

[@brannonmcclure6970]

Ooh… that writing style is impeccable.

[@RixCanDoit]

What, my writing? It's just cursive. Back when I went to school (60's) every kid was taught cursive. I'm told they don't do that anymore. Odd.

[@brannonmcclure6970]

@@RixCanDoit I hear they do anything. Private schools are probably where good education is at. Sadd for public schools. I went in the eighties & late seventies.

[@oldtimegamer1375]

In my opinion about it is depends on what is the people’s Budget is not everyone might not be able to afford the black wing 601 or 602 pencils. Another thing that I think about it is like you that those pencils are smoother to write with but if you have to write something long for an example a sa or a long letter some people might have to use a hb # 2 pencil ✏️.

[@BrianPhipps]

I just wish the Blackwing Pearl had better point retention. I'm trying to fall in love with all the Blackwing pencils, but my go to pencils are still Chinese made cedar Dixon Ticonderoga pencils. I wish you would review new cedar Ticonderoga pencils. I'd like to see what you think of them.

[@RixCanDoit]

I've already done a video on those pencils Brian. Check the playlist.

[@peterpuleo2904]

I once heard that the thriller writer, Daniel Di Silva, writes all his first drafts using the Blackwing pencil.

[@alicesremedy9161]

You got me excited about the pearls. Mine are on the way!!

[@karsonlennon3378]

i guess I'm quite off topic but do anybody know of a good website to stream new series online?

[@salvatoreizaiah3511]

@Karson Lennon Flixportal :P

[@karsonlennon3378]

@Salvatore Izaiah Thanks, signed up and it seems like a nice service :) Appreciate it !!

[@salvatoreizaiah3511]

@Karson Lennon happy to help xD

[@abigailhumes4608]

Sir, I find you entertaining. Your passion for the Blackwing Pearl is lovely. I am a beginner sketch artist, and I love the 602. I do appreciate your review on all the "models". This has been very helpful. I do find the smoothness appealing and quieter. But you have intrigued me and my husband who writes a lot to try the others. Thanks so much for your time in making this video. We both have enjoyed you much. Hint: Pull your close-ups a little further from the camera on the very close-ups. Too close is all blur.

[@zemansk7888]

How do you like the new makeover of the pearl; gold font with white eraser? I like the black font and black eraser much better.

[@RixCanDoit]

Haven't purchased any in over two years. Once I burn through my 1 million pencils I'll reorder them and check it out. 😀

[@BG-ig6fd]

Very thorough review and comparison. Thank you!

[@brannonmcclure6970]

I have two of the collection available.

[@RixCanDoit]

Gotta start somewhere.

[@bonearmy1518]

The pearl is just the best. I noticed its superiority as well. I just can't keep my hands off it.

[@mindrawsstuff3562]

Lord Slapz same

[@elcastillo92]

I love your pencil reviews! Thanks

[@RixCanDoit]

Glad you like them!

[@lordmonty9421]

Fender Stratocaster, not a Gibson Les Paul. (What?! You told us to correct you!) I too dig the Pearl, by the way. I have many boxes of Blackwings.

[@RixCanDoit]

Thanks. I'll actually be doing a video soon on those as a subscriber emailed me with where to buy them. So I ordered. Time to play with the Strato!

[@zihyehan1874]

Love your handwriting so much....thank u....😍😍😍😍😍

[@raebridges4021]

Excellent review of the pencils! Very well done!

[@RixCanDoit]

Thanks!

[@ChrisUong.English]

My favorite is the Tombow mono 2b. As good as blackwing.

[@RixCanDoit]

Hard to argue with that. Very good 2b pencil.

[@folksurvival]

Why do you mix lower case and upper case letters?

[@RixCanDoit]

It's because I don't know what I'm doing. Short answer...dunno. 😀

[@mauriciolacruz]

1. Being the manufacturer of Palomino's leads Japanese, and given the fact that the best manufacturers of pencils in Japan are Mitsubishi and Tombow, I wonder which one of these actually is the manufacturer. 2. Being both Mitsubishi and Tombow pencils much cheaper, I wonder why the hell should I burn my money with Palomino when their leads are virtually the same and their wooden cases not necessarily better either.

[@RixCanDoit]

Logical reasoning. I think in part the price difference is in the 'style'. You have the unique flat ferrule with replaceable flat erasers, unique paint designs and their respective stories. When I write with a Blackwing compared to a standard Mitsubishi or Tombow, I get a completely different experience and joy out of writing. Perhaps it is mental, perhaps not. But it just feels so much nicer.

[@blakearius]

There is about 20% more pencil length than a Hi uni or tomobow, also consider the eraser costs a $1.15 on its own so the value is there. They are just more suited to 'on the go.' sketching and note taking. If your working at home your generally using better erasers.. Though the blackwing erasors when trimmed are still great for hair strand highlights. I'll also add the pearl has my favorite lead, but my least favorite casing. The natural is excellent, while the pearl just feels like the same gloss coating as the Mitsu-bishi.

[@artoriaslee]

I do agree with you. Although it's pricey. it's not outrageous pricey. I want to try them someday and use them on special occasions. I do prefer to use workhorse pencils on a daily basis like Mitsubishi and tombow, etc

[@crazywisdom2]

@@RixCanDoit Is the Pearl still your favorite ?

[@RixCanDoit]

@@crazywisdom2 Yes

[@JDvorak2009]

Is the end of your pencil sharpener a rectangular shape or round?i have a sharpener with two openings of different sizes but there is no brand name on it and it came with a pencil kit with kneaded eraser and white vinyl eraser with both graphite and charcoal pencils. Really nice kit

[@RixCanDoit]

Which sharpener? Which end?

[@Truth72500]

If you use up a blackwing pencil before the eraser take the eraser off for another time unless it's to a point you have quite a stash and dont need to collect more just a thought

[@RixCanDoit]

I'll end up with a lot of unneeded erasers.

[@Truth72500]

@@RixCanDoit just save a few lol don't need to save all

[@Crina-LudmilaCristeaAuthor]

I was considering to purchase the 602 but after watching this review, the Pearl is what I'm after. And I like the look of it more that all of the other ones! Thank you for taking the time to do this review. Very awesome!🤗

[@RixCanDoit]

I think you will really like the Pearl. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@Crina-LudmilaCristeaAuthor]

@@RixCanDoit Will find out soon. Take care.

[@Truth72500]

Wish they do what they did with the 211 concept for the natural and make the white pearl designed after 725 design and make it permanent

[@rcorser1]

Great video.....6 yeqwrs ago but relevant today. Thanks!

[@RixCanDoit]

Thanks!

[@JDvorak2009]

Which is the best drawing pencil? One that can cover the spectrum of any shade required in a drawing?

[@RixCanDoit]

Do you know the only way reply to your post is to go through the Community section of Creator Studio? I'm told this is because of your Google+ setting that you have HIGHLIGHTED LINKED your posts to. So if I fail to respond in a timely manner in the future, you know why. Too many hoops to jump without it coming up "failed to comment". As to your question: I'd say any pencil that meets your expectation is the best drawing pencil.

[@CoolGamer-zg6he]

Am a fan of blackwing

[@zzhooky8194]

Dixon tri*conderoga is my favorite cheap pencil

[@user-bu9su2xt6x]

Pelikan and steadtler norris my fav

[@liberioescriba6158]

the dixon is better than this over rated crap

[@valeriereneeharper]

Left on a deserted island with one chair one table a ream of paper and the choice of only one pencil....I would choose.... a pencil that requires a sharpener that I do not have. Pick your eight sentences carefully before you hit the wood.

[@neilpiper9889]

I use a Blackwing Pearl every day!

[@RixCanDoit]

Welcome to the club! :-)

[@paulvest3157]

What about the fragility of the finish? Mine chip off really easily.

[@RixCanDoit]

I would contact Cal Cedar about it. I've never had that problem but if I were to receive a box with defective finish I'd ask for a replacement.

[@Truth72500]

I notice blackwing pencils aren't meant for heavy travel lol I took my 10001 to work and a week later the gold finish came off the writing on it and it doesn't look so good I have to find a blackwing pencil case

[@brannonmcclure6970]

Blackwing Pencils shall issue a graded set for technicians and artists. And, create a set that is uncompromising to other brands we are familiar. A hardness and darkness all its own. A hardness in maybe two options that can be differentiated with pressure. A darkness parallel with the ladder… .🧑‍🎨♾️✍️♾️🙂

[@RixCanDoit]

You should tell them.

[@Alejoblocks]

i guess is smooth

[@terencemorrissey4413]

Where does the Blackwing Pearl fall on the grading scale?

[@RixCanDoit]

I'm going to say 2B

[@chhoc]

anyone else bugged by him writing his 'i' in Blackwing the first time (8:00) in an upward stroke, but in the next line he writes the 'i' in Blackwing in a downward slope?

[@RixCanDoit]

seriously? lol

[@therapy8967]

You have a very nice voice

[@RixCanDoit]

Thanks. I've never heard that before. :-)

[@lax0for0eva]

you sir, know how to do a proper review!

[@RixCanDoit]

Thank you. Appreciate your comment.

[@ellana9316]

first

[@vinpiazzo801]

I love your videos but your handwriting gives me anxiety lol

[@RixCanDoit]

That bad eh? Well, I never said I could write.

[@bogdantureac4662]

Haha your name gives me anxiety, the dude has a nice inclined cursive and you just hatin

[@vinpiazzo801]

RixCanDoit yeah well you can draw far better than I ever will so it's no biggie. I just never know what to expect with a letter you're gonna write lol. Didn't mean any harm by it

[@bogdantureac4662]

Vinny Cikovic Its okay but just sayin his cursive is really on top, very close to mine, but I’m from Russia and if you know anything about Russian writing, is really on top

[@vinpiazzo801]

Man Dragon I don't really have the ability to judge Russian writing so I can't speak on that. His actual cursive is nice. I was talking about how he's always switching back and forth from cursive and print lol.

[@JDvorak2009]

Why all of this fawning over a pencil brand? Is it the price or what? Just thought I'd throw out a difficult question for you.

[@RixCanDoit]

Not difficult at all to answer. It's not the brand. At least not for me. It's the pencil itself. The graphite is smooth, dark. When I write with it, it is a real pleasure. Then this graphite is wrapped in a very nice paint job, has what I consider the best ferrule/eraser setup (which is replaceable, unique among pencils), and you have a really great pencil! Sure I have other pencils that write smooth, dark and even cheaper. But they don't provide me with the same degree of enjoyment as a complete package as the Blackwings do. At this point, you can then throw in the history and the unique collectible variations they have been releasing as a big bonus.