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Amazon Basics Premium Colored Pencils, Soft Core, 48 Count Set, Multicolor

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Writing Instrument Form Colored Pencil
Color Multicolor
Ink Color Multicolor
Age Range (Description) Adult

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  • 48 premium colored pencils for fine detail drawing, sketching, shading, and layering
  • Artist-quality lead for soft and smooth application in a variety of rich, saturated pigments
  • Pre-sharpened to save time; easy to resharpen as needed
  • Thick cores resist breakage and provide longer-lasting use
  • Includes a tin storage case with a detachable lid and a built-in tray to keep the pencils organized and protected
  • Conforms to ASTM D4236

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    Amazon Basics Soft Core Colored Pencils - 48-Count Set

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    Customer reviews

    4.7 out of 5 stars
    4.7 out of 5
    24,728 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the smoothness, ease of use, and quality of the pencils. For example, they mention that it's easy to work with, suitable for both beginners and enthusiasts, and that the pigment is good. They appreciate the value for money. That said, opinions are mixed on durability.

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    673 customers mention585 positive88 negative

    Customers like the color of the pencils. They say the basic colors have vibrant pigments and are a great collection of colors for fledgling artists. They also say the pencil is smooth and easy to blend. Customers also mention that the pencil set comes with 24 colorful pencils that are perfect for adult coloring and a good addition to a teen coloring book.

    "...Good ones will also give you rich, intense color, however, unless you're really heavy handed, you'll have to spend more time on each area to get..." Read more

    "...The core is extra thick, good arrange of colors and soft to apply, just some greens are a little scratchy...." Read more

    "...They color very smoothly, no scratchiness, no marring and indenting the paper when you build up gradient. They have adequate pigmentation vibrancy...." Read more

    "...Not only are the pencils very nice to color with (IMO way nicer than other bargain pencils), they arrive in a nice metal case that is wrapped with..." Read more

    498 customers mention441 positive57 negative

    Customers are impressed with the quality of the pencils. They say the pigment is very good, the core is nice, and the barrel is substantial enough. They also mention that the pencil is durable and made with high-quality materials. The trays are quite sturdy and have nice little grips. Overall, customers are happy with the pencil's quality and value.

    "...on small-ish repeated patterns or large areas, I'm able to get smooth, even, alcohol marker like coverage with very little effort, yet they still..." Read more

    "...are doing, I love big sets of color pencils specially if they are good quality and excellent price like this ones." Read more

    "...probably don't have the archival or light fastness but are adequate enough in quality to learn some techniques or just have fun coloring without..." Read more

    "...They are smooth, pigment is very good, nice core and barrel. GO FOR IT." Read more

    378 customers mention360 positive18 negative

    Customers appreciate the value of the pencils. They say they are high quality and a great value.

    "...big sets of color pencils specially if they are good quality and excellent price like this ones." Read more

    "...These are TRUE budget pencils (much better the crumbly off brands the color cults recommend and push through their affiliate links)...." Read more

    "$10 and some change for 48 pencils.....and how awesome they are for the price!..." Read more

    "...Here are some of the pros of these colored pencils: Affordable: These colored pencils are very affordable, especially considering the..." Read more

    221 customers mention183 positive38 negative

    Customers like the softness of the pencils. They say they have a nice smooth soft core, and the point holds well. The pencils are smooth, easy to layer and blend, and not super soft or hard. They also say the pencil is creamy but yet steady. Overall, customers are happy with the softiness of the product.

    "...I'm working on small-ish repeated patterns or large areas, I'm able to get smooth, even, alcohol marker like coverage with very little effort, yet..." Read more

    "...The core is extra thick, good arrange of colors and soft to apply, just some greens are a little scratchy...." Read more

    "...Cores are soft and lay down color easily, so they are fun to color with...." Read more

    "...They are smooth, pigment is very good, nice core and barrel. GO FOR IT." Read more

    176 customers mention147 positive29 negative

    Customers like the performance of the pencils. They say that the colors are vibrant and rich, perfect for creating realistic and eye-catching artwork. They also appreciate the fine design and quality of these pencils, which are easy to sharpen and provide a smooth look. Customers also say that they're perfect for various creative endeavors and enhance the production when students complete assignments.

    "...Bonus: they work well on most types of paper and have some colors that are not commonly found in mid-grade colored pencil sets..." Read more

    "...Vibrant colors: The colors are vibrant and rich, perfect for creating realistic and eye-catching artwork. Wide range of colors: The set..." Read more

    "...as prismacolor, they are still very good color pencils and can be used professionally...." Read more

    "My kids love it so much. It works well." Read more

    139 customers mention105 positive34 negative

    Customers like the blending of the pencils. They mention that the core makes them easy to blend and layer, resulting in smooth, even color. They also say that the pencil is densely pigmented and can be blended like Prismacolor pencils, which are the same level of quality and blendability.

    "...They have adequate pigmentation vibrancy. They have moderate blending capabilities upon first look and "play around"...." Read more

    "...They blend and layer decently but not amazing; red and yellow make a vibrant orange but red and blue make muddy purples, and I can lay down about 5..." Read more

    "...quality. Soft core: The soft core makes these pencils easy to blend and layer, resulting in smooth, even color. Vibrant colors: The..." Read more

    "...Not as smooth as Prismacolor, but smoother than Prang colored pencils." Read more

    136 customers mention113 positive23 negative

    Customers find the pencil easy to use. They say it's suitable for both beginners and enthusiasts, with vibrant colors. Customers also say it is fun to use and not too stiff like a lot of the cheaper brands.

    "...The pencils themselves come in a wide range of colors with soft, easy to use lead...." Read more

    "...This purchase has tin storage container which is most useful in teaching organizing skills." Read more

    "...I mean, at this price, They're cheaper than crayolas! And nicer to use...." Read more

    "...They look nice, paint is nice and bright, and they are arranged well. I decided to test the pencils on cheap Amazon based coloring book paper first...." Read more

    76 customers mention27 positive49 negative

    Customers are mixed about the durability of the pencils. Some mention that they are protected well, while others say that they break easily. The wood casings crack slightly, and the tin can isn't very sturdy.

    "...They also wear down fast, so you have to sharpen them more often. Mostly oil based pencils are much firmer...." Read more

    "...Pros: packaged securely, nice presentation nothing was damaged or dented. Pencil leads upon first use were all intact. I haven't sharpened them yet...." Read more

    "...150 set of Prismacolor costs anywhere from $100 to $150, tend to get broken cores easily and get wax bloom...." Read more

    "...My one complaint - the case was easily bent, and it makes storing it in its original case difficult...." Read more

    Wonderful color pencils for the price
    5 Stars
    Wonderful color pencils for the price
    I just got this color pencils, I did some basic test and I really like them. Im not a professional just a hobby of mine to color.The core is extra thick, good arrange of colors and soft to apply, just some greens are a little scratchy.I buy them on sale and only pay $11.58 for the 72 colors set.I will definitely buy them if they came with a 300 set like other brands are doing, I love big sets of color pencils specially if they are good quality and excellent price like this ones.
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    Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2023
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    Reviewed in the United States on February 28, 2024
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful color pencils for the price
    Reviewed in the United States on February 28, 2024
    I just got this color pencils, I did some basic test and I really like them. Im not a professional just a hobby of mine to color.
    The core is extra thick, good arrange of colors and soft to apply, just some greens are a little scratchy.
    I buy them on sale and only pay $11.58 for the 72 colors set.
    I will definitely buy them if they came with a 300 set like other brands are doing, I love big sets of color pencils specially if they are good quality and excellent price like this ones.
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    Reviewed in the United States on December 1, 2023
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic vibrant pencil crayons
    Reviewed in Canada on January 1, 2024
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    Julie Zborowski
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good price and quality
    Reviewed in Canada on January 10, 2024
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    4.0 out of 5 stars Very good Pencil Crayons
    Reviewed in Canada on December 4, 2023
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    Ann
    5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful color pencils set
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful color pencils set
    Reviewed in Canada on January 10, 2024
    Beautiful color pencils set, beyond my expectations. Arrived in very nicely packaged case. All the color look very vivid and beautiful. Always love Amazon Basic products, best value and always good quality. Couldn’t be happier.
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    Iryna Ekert
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good
    Reviewed in Canada on January 15, 2024
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