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Blackwing pencils were favored by award-winning creators throughout the 20th century. Despite a cult following, they fell victim to cost cutting measures in the 1990s and were discontinued. That didn't stop devotees from paying as much as $40 per pencil to seize unused stock. In 2010, we drew from nearly a century of experience in the pencil business to access the best materials in the world and b

ring Blackwing back for a new generation of writers, musicians, and others seeking a more natural existence.

06/02/2026

Happy 602 Day! We are celebrating by breaking out the legacy model 602 pencil packs from our personal Blackwing archives.
These pencils features the legacy version of our imprint used from 2010-2019. Don't miss the chance to grab the iconic pencil that started it all. Available for a limited time, while supplies last.

Shop here: https://blackwing602.com/products/blackwing-602-set-of-12-legacy

05/29/2026

“Write a lot; read more.”

We had a fun conversation with Derrick Goold, lead baseball writer for the St. Louis Post-Dispatch and National Baseball Hall of Fame voter. Derrick talks about what it means to slow down and feed curiosity, amidst a career in the fast-paced modern baseball world.

Catch the latest Makers Series feature: https://blackwing602.com/blogs/blackwing-blog/makers-series-derrick-goold

05/28/2026

The Blackwing x The Lord of the Rings collaboration Gift Set includes 20 pencils inspired by The Great Rings, the 19 rings forged by Celebrimbor and the One Ring forged secretly by Sauron, and a gold Sharpener and Point Guard. Illustrations by .

Available now: https://blackwing602.com/products/blackwing-x-lord-of-the-rings-gift-set

(c) 2026 MEE. The Lord of the Rings is a trademark of Middle-earth Enterprises used under license by Blackwing. All Rights Reserved.

05/26/2026

Introducing the Blackwing x The Lord of the Rings collaboration Gift Set, bringing together our iconic analog tools and the story of Middle-earth. Each special-edition set includes 20 unique pencils inspired by the 20 Great Rings, a gold The One Ring Sharpener, and a gold Point Guard.

Available now: https://blackwing602.com/products/blackwing-x-lord-of-the-rings-gift-set

Inside the set you'll find:
- 1 x gold The One Ring Pencil imprinted with The One Ring Inscription
- 1 x gold The One Ring One-Step Sharpener
- 1 x gold Point Guard
- 9 x Race of Men Rings Blackwing Pencils
- 7 x Dwarven Rings Blackwing Pencils
- 3 x Eleven Rings Blackwing Pencils

The Great Rings pencils feature original illustrations by artist Mike Hawthorne inspired by the lore of the Race of Men, Elves, and Dwarves of Middle-earth.

(c) 2026 MEE. The Lord of the Rings is a trademark of Middle-earth Enterprises used under license by Blackwing. All Rights Reserved.

05/22/2026

The weather is getting warmer, and it's time to pack and enjoy the outdoors. Blackwing pencils, sharpeners, and accessories are made to go wherever inspiration takes you. Toss it all in a bag, grab a picnic blanket, and turn any place into the perfect spot to start creating!

05/21/2026

Today is Memo Day! Memo books are light, portable, and easy to carry around in your pocket, bag, or backpack so you're always prepared when inspiration strikes. They're handy to help you jot down a quick note or sketch and revisit when you're able to slow down.

Shop our Blackwing Memo Books: https://blackwing602.com/products/blackwing-a6-memo-book-set-of-3

05/20/2026

Vol. 343 - Broadcast TV Notebooks are now back in stock while supplies last. This limited-edition A5 notebook features a classic color bar cover, 160 pages of 100 GSM ruled paper, and a Vol. 343 pencil loaded in the holster, complete with its own unique television-inspired design. The notebook also features special silver gilded edges inspired by the "TV snow" of CRT televisions.

Grab the Vol. 343 Notebook before it's gone for good. Shop now: https://blackwing602.com/products/blackwing-volume-343-notebook

05/19/2026

With our Volumes Subscription, you can secure all 4 Blackwing limited-edition Volumes drops for an entire year. Each quarterly Volumes release is a tribute to the people, the places, and the art that shaped who we are.

Each box arrives telling a unique story. You'll find 12 limited-edition Blackwing pencils, an archive-tube pencil, a themed zine and exclusive bonus item.

Subscribe today to catch Vol. 343, our tribute to Broadcast TV, before it leaves or gift the subscription to someone who'd treasure every piece. Learn more here: https://blackwing602.com/products/volumes-subscription

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