Caran d’Ache Swisscolor Water-Soluble Colouring Pencils – Metal Box of 12

Product Description

The Caran d’Ache Swisscolor 1285.712 set presents 12 vibrant, water-soluble colouring pencils housed in a sleek metal tin—ideal for both portability and display. Each pencil features a soft yet durable 2.8 mm lead that dissolves beautifully with water, allowing seamless blending from crisp detail to painterly wash. Crafted from FSC-certified cedar wood and finished in the lead’s own colour, they marry aesthetic elegance with eco-conscious materials. Inspired by Swiss precision and creative legacy, this set elevates every sketch into a refined artistic act.

Key Features
• 12 water-soluble pencils for dry and wet techniques 
• Soft, break-resistant 2.8 mm lead ensures smooth coverage and blending
• Hexagonal cedar wood barrel (FSC™ certified) for durability and sharpenability 
• No cap design; pencil bodies varnished to match lead colour for refined continuity
• Metal storage tin adds protection and portable elegance
• Made in Switzerland with the same standards as Caran d’Ache’s premium fine art range

Brand Attribute
Caran d’Ache is a distinguished Swiss maker of fine art materials and writing instruments, combining technical precision with artisanal heritage since 1915.