The Blackwing 710 is a tribute to Jerry Garcia and his fusion of visual and musical expression. A slice of his painting “Curves & Lines” is printed on each pencil, which features Blackwing's soft graphite that is ideal for both drawing and songwriting.

Though he is best known as the lead guitarist and vocalist for the Grateful Dead, Jerry Garcia was much more than a musician. His house at 710 Ashbury Street marked the heart of the enlightenment and expression that pulsed through San Francisco in the 1960s. It also fueled Jerry’s profound exploration into painting and visual arts.

Like his guitar playing, Jerry’s sketches and paintings seem to meander on the canvas, taking unexpected turns before changing shape entirely. They show us that improvisation isn’t just reserved for the stage and that our ideas shouldn’t be bound by what’s expected of us.

Also available is , designed to match the pencil set. 

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Made in:  Japan

Materials:  California cedar, graphite, metal ferrule, elastomer eraser

Specifications:  8" long each; available in a box of 12

Extend the life of your pencil with matching . 

Further Reading:  Every pencil is made of graphite and wood. Only Blackwing pencils combine the best graphite in the world, the best wood in the world, and generations of craftsmanship to create an exceptional pencil. When you’re looking for the perfect pencil to write a song, sketch a landscape, or brainstorm a business idea, look for Blackwing’s distinct rectangular eraser.

Blackwing's packs are released quarterly and feature limited edition pencils that celebrate the people, places and events that have defined our creative culture over time.

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