Sanford Mirado Pencils 3 Firm Lead Dozen

Pros: Darker lines, harder lead, non-toxic composition, great for drawing.

Cons: Can smudge, more expensive than standard #2 pencils.

The Bottom Line: They may cost a little more than others but are the best pick for a dark, heavy line.

Review: Unless you are into art, sketching or crafts, pencils probably aren’t something that you give a great deal of thought to. Did you know that there are over twenty different types of standard leads that range from 9H [the hardest] to 9B [the ...