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title: "Pablo Colored Pencil Set Of 120 Metal Box (666.420)"
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# 120 vibrant oil-based colors up to 100 years lightfastness 3.7mm fine detail leads Pablo Colored Pencil Set Of 120 Metal Box (666.420)

**Brand:** caran d'ache
**Price:** A$864
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎨 Elevate your masterpiece with colors that last a lifetime!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Pablo Colored Pencil Set Of 120 Metal Box (666.420) by caran d'ache
- **How much does it cost?** A$864 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- caran d'ache enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted caran d'ache brand quality
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## Key Features

- • **Built to Last:** Exceptional lightfastness ensures your artwork stays vibrant for up to a century—perfect for professional commissions.
- • **Unrivaled Color Depth:** Set of 120 oil-based pencils offering rich, blendable hues that elevate every creative project.
- • **Luxury Meets Functionality:** Presented in a sleek metal box, these pencils are as giftable as they are durable—because your art deserves the best.
- • **Master the Art of Precision:** 3.7mm leads sharpen to a fine point for intricate detailing and flawless layering.
- • **Smooth, Controlled Application:** Creamy yet firm cores provide a balanced texture ideal for shading, mixed media, and seamless transitions.

## Overview

The Caran d'Ache Pablo Colored Pencil Set of 120 combines professional-grade oil-based cores with superb lightfastness and a broad color spectrum. Designed for artists who demand precision and longevity, these pencils feature 3.7mm leads that sharpen finely for detailed work and deliver creamy, blendable color payoff. Housed in a durable metal box, this set is ideal for serious creatives seeking archival-quality results and a premium artistic experience.

## Description

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Review: Cost, Quality, Application, & Giftable - Caran d’Ache produces an exemplary line of professional artists products that include a variety of color pencils, one of which is their Pablo line. These pencils are lovely & come in sets of 12, 18, 30, 40, 80, & 120 providing a wide array of beautiful colors. Caran d’Ache Pablo pencils are predominantly oil based & sharpen to a fine point that’s effective for fine detail work while also offering a smooth, consistent application. I find these pencils work best on surfaces with a little tooth to enhance their ability for blending & layering resulting in rich color payoff & seamless transitions. Many people seem to ask for comparisons between Pablo pencils & Prismacolor pencils but they are quite different in many regards. The most common questions seem to be weather Caran d’Ache Pablo color pencils are as buttery soft & creamy as Prismacolor Premier & the answer is no. I believe Prismacolor pencil cores are wax based & are indeed very soft resulting in rich color payoff without the need for multiple layers for blending & color saturation. Pablos are oil based & have a harder core more like Polychromes which is an asset for fine detail work. I’ve learned to apply multiple light layers over each other for blending & building color saturation & the result is beautiful & smooth. I think this gives more depth to my work & I like the effects. I don’t mind the time or effort it takes to develop this effect however I’m not sure I’d be inclined to put in the time & effort for coloring or casual works. That being said, these are certainly some of my favorite color pencils, I just wish they were a bit more budget friendly. It’s important to mention that Caran d’Ache Pablo color pencils are a permanent medium which are not conducive to erasing. This does make them highly lightfast, a necessary element to consider when classifying “professional” artists mediums & supplies. The individual lightfast ratings are printed on the pencils in the form of one* to three ***, three being the most lightfast, something you’d want & expect in a commissioned piece. According to Caran d’Ache their one* rating is resistant to fading from 8 to 25 years, & 3*** resistant up to 100 years & this lightfastness is a factor in their pricing. If you are on a budget but want to try these color pencils out, you might spring for a set of 12 or 18 which will actually give you a great selection of colors due to their blending & layering qualities. These pencils are lovely but come at a hefty price so I wouldn’t recommend these for “coloring”, scholastic use, or for children unless you plan on framing & displaying something for many years to come. I save mine for commissioned or sellable work & employ more practical & affordable options for everyday color sketching & layouts. These color pencils are beautiful, perform nicely, & are a joy to work with. I’ve worked with them for many years now & highly recommend Caran d’Ache Pablo color pencils for professional artists & anyone with a little money to burn!
Review: Best Colored Pencils I've Used!!! - These are by far the best pencils I have ever used. I was reluctant to buy them because they were so pricey, but I'm so glad I finally did purchase them! They blend beautifully and the color is vibrant. I have collected many pencils. To give you an idea about the pencils I have used, I have varying sets of prismacolor, Lyra, polychromos, Blick artist pencils, Derwent Procolour, Derwent coloursoft, and Derwent artists, as well as some cheaper brands for travel, including Marco Renoir (that I wouldn't mind losing). I would say these are softer than polychromos pencils, but they're still a pretty hard pencil, and they're much harder than prismas or coloursoft. If you want a soft pencil, this isn't for you. But the lead is so smooth, they feel like an oil pencil (even though I think they're wax, but I'm not sure since there's so much debate). When I first started doing artwork with colored pencils, I started with using prismacolor. While I liked them, they weren't my favorite. I had never really found that set of pencils that made me say, "wow, these make a difference!" Until now. If you're serious about your colored pencil artwork, I would highly recommend these. If I had to have a complaint, my major one would be the tin they came in. I've never been a huge fan of stacking pencils on top of each other. However it's a sturdy tin that protects the pencils, none of them were damaged while being shipped. I've also noticed that some of the lighter colors tend to leave behind some dust. This isn't that big of a deal for me, and I would still recommend these above all other pencils (based on my personal preference).

## Features

- Creamy - soft - water-resistant
- Set of 120 pencils
- Ideal for shading - mixied media
- Exceptional covering power and superb lightfastness
- 3.7mm leads

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0013ILH9Q |
| Additional Features | Lightfast |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Best Sellers Rank | #95,100 in Office Products ( See Top 100 in Office Products ) #423 in Drawing Pencils #1,649 in Pencils |
| Body Shape | Hexagonal |
| Brand | Caran d'Ache |
| Brand Name | Caran d'Ache |
| Color | SILVER,TAN |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 890 Reviews |
| Drill Point | Chisel |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 07610186094200 |
| Grip Type | Contoured |
| Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous |
| Hardness | HB |
| Included Components | Writing |
| Ink Base | Oil |
| Ink Color | Multicolor |
| Item Diameter | 3.8 Millimeters |
| Item Dimensions | 14.29 x 8.11 x 2.24 inches |
| Item Height | 2.24 inches |
| Item Type Name | Premium writing instruments |
| Item Weight | 600 Grams |
| Line Size | 3.7 Millimeters |
| Manufacturer | Cell Distributors |
| Material | Wood |
| Material Type | Wood |
| Model Name | PABLO |
| Model Number | 666.420 |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Coloring, Drawing, Sketching |
| Style | Oil-based Colored Pencils |
| Subject Character | Rainbow |
| UPC | 736126695287 |
| Unit Count | 120.0 Count |
| Warranty Description | 90 Days |
| Writing Instrument Form | Colored Pencil |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Caran d'Ache
- **Writing Instrument Form:** Colored Pencil
- **Color:** SILVER,TAN
- **Ink Color:** Multicolor
- **Age Range (Description):** Adult

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Also, whats the difference between Supracolor and Pablo range?**
A: The Supracolor is Caran d' Ache's line of watercolor pencils, lightfastness 2007 not representative of all colors but showed a number of reds, blues and some greens as 5.4 or less. . The range is similar to the Caran d' Ache Pablo oil based pencil, lightfastness in good to excellent range with approx. 1/3 at 5.4 or less in review of all colors. The Supra pencil is softer when used as a dry application, and wears down rapidly.I am tempted to state that there is little to no difference in color range as I have been able to match color for color in both lines.The Pablo pencil is harder and will give sharper edges and detail than the Supracolor. They may be used in conjunction or together on a project. The Supra may be laid down and water used to spread or shade colors, then the Pablo may be used over the dry work for accentuation of detail. If you are not intending to use the watercolor feature of the Supra, then use the Pablos. They will last longer, not break as easily, nor be used up as fast in dry work, ie. pencil on paper with no need for water application. Pablo's may be blended with various blending pencils or mineral oil or solvents depending on how you want the texture of the work to appear. The Caran d' Ache Luminance line was not mentioned. It is excellent. Lays down smoothly, layers well with other colors to achieve transparency illumination. They are expensive, and have about half the range of colors that the Pablo and Supracolor have. Their lightfastness is excellent. The Colored Pencil Society of Amer. is a good reference. The AW Faber-Castell Polychromos are excellent oil based pencils, with a wide range of color. They also have a watercolor line, which I know nothing about.If range is the sole goal, probably Prismacolor Premier wax based pencils have the widest range of colors, and lightfastness for the most part excellent and good with approx 47 colors 5.4 or less.Hope this helps/. Norma

**Q: Is C d'A Pablo wax or oil base?**
A: Ohhhh and another FYI for all of you.... here is a direct quote from colored pencil magazine on Caran D'ache and that the Pablos and Luminance ( which another comment on here is quoted as saying they aren't....take that comment off here Amazon, its not correct ) Caran D'ache does not make any oil based pencils.... yes you heard me, Caran D'ache only makes wax based pencils ( even tho all colored pencils contain both wax and oil )
Here is the direct quote from colored pencil magazine..

" I contacted a rep for Caran D' Ache (Stefan Lohrer) who writes, "Pablo and Luminance pencils are both permanent, water resistant pencils. In addition, both are wax based pencils." Stefan states that the difference is in lead hardness. He also states that Caran D'ache does not manufacture oil based pencil sets to date. "

**Q: Hello has anyone used this to layer over gouache paint? If so do you recommend?**
A: Not over Gouache.  Fine over plain watercolor

**Q: What is the difference between the luminance and the pablo pencils?**
A: Hi, I got both Pablos and Luminance. Both are very creamy and vibrant colors but the luminance are more bold with a low pressure and are more bendable. The difference between the boxes of the luminance 38 and Pablos 40 is in the color range, they are very different, Pablos don't have any a skin color but have a pretty variety of blues.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Cost, Quality, Application, & Giftable
*by C***N on January 7, 2021*

Caran d’Ache produces an exemplary line of professional artists products that include a variety of color pencils, one of which is their Pablo line. These pencils are lovely & come in sets of 12, 18, 30, 40, 80, & 120 providing a wide array of beautiful colors. Caran d’Ache Pablo pencils are predominantly oil based & sharpen to a fine point that’s effective for fine detail work while also offering a smooth, consistent application. I find these pencils work best on surfaces with a little tooth to enhance their ability for blending & layering resulting in rich color payoff & seamless transitions. Many people seem to ask for comparisons between Pablo pencils & Prismacolor pencils but they are quite different in many regards. The most common questions seem to be weather Caran d’Ache Pablo color pencils are as buttery soft & creamy as Prismacolor Premier & the answer is no. I believe Prismacolor pencil cores are wax based & are indeed very soft resulting in rich color payoff without the need for multiple layers for blending & color saturation. Pablos are oil based & have a harder core more like Polychromes which is an asset for fine detail work. I’ve learned to apply multiple light layers over each other for blending & building color saturation & the result is beautiful & smooth. I think this gives more depth to my work & I like the effects. I don’t mind the time or effort it takes to develop this effect however I’m not sure I’d be inclined to put in the time & effort for coloring or casual works. That being said, these are certainly some of my favorite color pencils, I just wish they were a bit more budget friendly. It’s important to mention that Caran d’Ache Pablo color pencils are a permanent medium which are not conducive to erasing. This does make them highly lightfast, a necessary element to consider when classifying “professional” artists mediums & supplies. The individual lightfast ratings are printed on the pencils in the form of one* to three ***, three being the most lightfast, something you’d want & expect in a commissioned piece. According to Caran d’Ache their one* rating is resistant to fading from 8 to 25 years, & 3*** resistant up to 100 years & this lightfastness is a factor in their pricing. If you are on a budget but want to try these color pencils out, you might spring for a set of 12 or 18 which will actually give you a great selection of colors due to their blending & layering qualities. These pencils are lovely but come at a hefty price so I wouldn’t recommend these for “coloring”, scholastic use, or for children unless you plan on framing & displaying something for many years to come. I save mine for commissioned or sellable work & employ more practical & affordable options for everyday color sketching & layouts. These color pencils are beautiful, perform nicely, & are a joy to work with. I’ve worked with them for many years now & highly recommend Caran d’Ache Pablo color pencils for professional artists & anyone with a little money to burn!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best Colored Pencils I've Used!!!
*by D***2 on January 25, 2018*

These are by far the best pencils I have ever used. I was reluctant to buy them because they were so pricey, but I'm so glad I finally did purchase them! They blend beautifully and the color is vibrant. I have collected many pencils. To give you an idea about the pencils I have used, I have varying sets of prismacolor, Lyra, polychromos, Blick artist pencils, Derwent Procolour, Derwent coloursoft, and Derwent artists, as well as some cheaper brands for travel, including Marco Renoir (that I wouldn't mind losing). I would say these are softer than polychromos pencils, but they're still a pretty hard pencil, and they're much harder than prismas or coloursoft. If you want a soft pencil, this isn't for you. But the lead is so smooth, they feel like an oil pencil (even though I think they're wax, but I'm not sure since there's so much debate). When I first started doing artwork with colored pencils, I started with using prismacolor. While I liked them, they weren't my favorite. I had never really found that set of pencils that made me say, "wow, these make a difference!" Until now. If you're serious about your colored pencil artwork, I would highly recommend these. If I had to have a complaint, my major one would be the tin they came in. I've never been a huge fan of stacking pencils on top of each other. However it's a sturdy tin that protects the pencils, none of them were damaged while being shipped. I've also noticed that some of the lighter colors tend to leave behind some dust. This isn't that big of a deal for me, and I would still recommend these above all other pencils (based on my personal preference).

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Value for high quality
*by M***. on January 13, 2020*

I find these the best "compromise" pencil. While still kind of expensive, for this quality, they seem to be a good deal, less expensive than the Luminance or Faber Castell Polychromos. Smooth lay down, without the extreme softness of some others considered "creamy." This makes them much more usable for doing fine details and also means less frequent sharpening. Size is a bit smaller, and hexagonal, something I do not prefer, but if that means lower cost... Shades well, blends well, really no functional issues like some lower priced brands that get gooey, wax bloom, or are hard and grainy to use and do not blend well. Apparently not as light fast as some higher priced pencils, but still fairly well rated, and not likely to be an issue unless you are an artist charging a significant price for your work.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Caran d'Ache Pablo Colored Pencil Set Of 120 Metal Box (666.420)
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