If you’re looking for a dependable set of pencils that won’t let you down, the AmazonBasics Pre-sharpened Wood-Cased Pencils are a fantastic choice. Whether you’re a student, artist, or just someone who loves to jot down notes, these pencils deliver consistent performance with smooth writing and easy sharpening.
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What I really love about the AmazonBasics Pre-sharpened Wood-Cased Pencils is that they come pre-sharpened, so you can start writing right away—no fuss, no hassle. The wood casing feels sturdy and comfortable in your hand, giving you that classic pencil experience. Plus, each pencil is designed to produce clear, dark lines perfect for writing, sketching, or test-taking.
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| Brand | Amazon Basics |
| Writing Instrument Form | Graphite Pencil |
| Color | Yellow |
| Ink Color | Yellow |
| Age Range (Description) | Kid, Teen, Adult |
About this item
- Wood-cased pencils (150-count) for writing, drawing, or sketching; ideal for home, office, or classroom
- #2 HB medium-soft lead for strength, smooth writing, and versatile use
- Top eraser for easily removing unwanted marks; smudge-free and latex-free
- Product Dimensions: 7.4 x 0.3 x 0.3 inches (LxWxH)
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Amazon Basics Woodcased #2 Pencils, Pre-sharpened, HB Lead – Box of 150, Bulk Box
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Customers find these pencils to be a great value and appreciate their pre-sharpened tips that save time and hassle. They work well throughout the school year and are particularly suitable for classroom use, with one customer noting they’re comparable to brand name #2 pencils. The durability receives mixed feedback – while some say they hold up well, others report they break easily.
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- Stacy Stokes5.0 out of 5 stars Favorite pencilsReviewed in the United States on June 30, 2025Size: 1 Count (Pack of 150)Style: pre-sharpenedVerified PurchaseMy favorite pencils. Super durable for my rough middle schoolers. Good bargain for the price. Standard size pencils. Pre sharpened makes it easy to go. Toss them in the jar as needed and the kids can grab and get to work without needing to sharpen.
5 people found this helpfulHelpfulReport - Tomi5.0 out of 5 stars Great price for a quality, basic pencilReviewed in the United States on June 17, 2016Verified PurchaseAt the end of the school year, I always buy a pack of pencils to replenish my depleted stock. (I teach 7th and 8th grade English). Last year, I bought 144 golf pencils for about $8. It was a great investment, because a lot of times, I have kids who ALWAYS forget a pencil. They aren’t the ones who necessarily need a pencil, because more often than not, they would lose the pencil again before they made a mistake. However, despite having 144 of them, I ran out in late April, with about two months still left in the school year. I will buy another pack of those golf pencils for the students who perpetually borrow a pencil, but I quickly learned that every so often, I had a student who really needed a pencil, but wasn’t someone who made a habit of bringing nothing to class. Likewise, these were students were the ones who didn’t need it for a few periods, but truly needed a new pencil for them to keep for weeks. Unfortunately, I didn’t have any “real” pencils, and when I saw these AmazonBasic pencils on sale (96 for about $6 – regularly they’re less than $8), I knew I needed these as well.
I’m actually really picky about my own personal pencils. I have a favorite brand, and I have a favorite brand of erasers to put on them. Nevertheless, I was really excited to try out these pencils because although they didn’t have the price tag of a Dixon-Ticonderoga, they still worked really well.
QUALITY:
These are just your every day, basic pencils, but that’s how I like mine. I hate pencils with that plastic film with a design printed on them. With “cute” pencils, you aren’t paying for the pencil, you’re paying for whatever logo is on it (like Frozen or Star Wars). When you sharpen those ones for the first time, the film splits and then the cute design ends up peeling off. However, these AmazonBasics pencils were easy to sharpen, and they were nice to write with. Sometimes, pencils are prone to have the graphite split so there is a strange press on the paper, resulting in “double” writing. I wrote for a bit with the pencil and even as it dulled, it still wrote nicely. You can note a small letter I wrote to test it; it is the third image.
ERASER:
Another thing I hate about cheap pencils is the garbage erasers. As a teacher, I write most things in pen, but I always do my grade book in pencil. If a student turns in something late, I need to erase the previous grade to change it, and I can’t stand having left over marks from a bad eraser. Now, as I mentioned, I have one specific brand of erasers which are honestly God’s gift to humanity, and I always slap one of those bad boys on my pencils, but this really wasn’t bad as far as erasers go. I mean, it was still obvious that I made a mistake, but I also press into the paper like I’m trying to cut a hole into the table underneath. I write DARK. I have many students who press lightly. As well, if I were drawing, I would draw lighter. In the third picture attached to this review, there are two instances of erasing. The first is over “film” in fourth line in the first paragraph. The other is the second paragraph, titled “Eraser test.” As I mentioned, I write so dark that it’s difficult to erase to the point where it doesn’t appear that there was a mistake at all, but I also think your average person wouldn’t mind. I can clearly make out what is written over the erased bits, and no annoying parts of the eraser were left behind (like a giant pink smudge… Ugh, I hate that the most).
SMUDGE TEST:
Speaking of smudges, I don’t frequently smudge my pencil work because I’m right handed. However, I have left handed students who turn in work that is barely legible because they drag their hand throughout their writing constantly. Thinking of them, I wanted to test out how badly the graphite smudged on a hand. The results are the fourth picture. Now, this wasn’t just me carefully dragging my hand over the paper; I really pressed, TRYING to smudge the words. And yeah, I did smudge it a bit, and yeah, I did get some graphite on my hand. However, this is NOTHING compared to some of the other pencils I’ve seen. As you can see from my hand, it was minor, considering I was literally pressing hard on the paper, trying to get the graphite on my hand.
OVERALL:
The bottom line is that a 12 pack of any type of pencils can go for over $2. In fact, a lot of times the “cute” pencils are the most expensive, but they’re the worst as far as quality. If looks aren’t a thing you care about, but do care about quality, these are the best deal. A 96 pack of Ticonderoga pencils can range from $14-$20 (depending on packaging and color and where you’re buying them). I always use Ticonderogas as the standard for the perfect pencil because I used them throughout my childhood; my mother was literally born in Ticonderoga, NY. However, the AmazonBasics are the best bang for your buck. Are they cute? Is your kid going to be inspired by the cool Frozen or Star Wars logo? No. Because this is a standard, BASIC pencil. They’re just yellow. But to be honest, those “cool looking” pencils always lack quality compared to something like this. The simplicity is what makes these pencils so great; they’re just pencils. They know their function, and they get the job done. These are definitely going to be my “good” pencils from now on, especially to give out to kids who really are responsible with their supplies.
Read more877 people found this helpfulHelpfulReport - justice5.0 out of 5 stars Satisfied customerReviewed in the United States on July 19, 2025Size: 1 Count (Pack of 150)Style: pre-sharpenedVerified PurchaseThese came sharpened and all were in tact and not broken. This was a great deal and I purchased for my grandkids since they have a school supply list they have to return to school with. I would purchase again.
HelpfulReport - Nic5.0 out of 5 stars Teacher-Approved and Budget-FriendlyReviewed in the United States on June 25, 2025Size: 1 Count (Pack of 150)Style: pre-sharpenedVerified PurchaseThese pencils are an absolute staple in my back-to-school shopping. Great quality, write smoothly, and don’t break every five seconds like some of the cheap ones out there.
They’ve become my go-to gift for every teacher at the start of the year—useful, reliable, and a total bargain. Honestly, you can never have too many good pencils!
5 people found this helpfulHelpfulReport - George waite5.0 out of 5 stars Wood cased pencils. In a boxReviewed in the United States on June 9, 2025Size: 1 Count (Pack of 150)Style: pre-sharpenedVerified PurchaseQuality pencils at a quality price. I recommend this to anyone. For teachers and the like.
2 people found this helpfulHelpfulReport - Amazon Customer5.0 out of 5 stars Good purchaseReviewed in the United States on July 18, 2025Size: 1 Count (Pack of 150)Style: pre-sharpenedVerified PurchaseGood quality. Pre sharpened pencils make it easier for the beginning of school.
HelpfulReport - Lindsey Pryslak4.0 out of 5 stars Good, But Not Ticonderoga GoodReviewed in the United States on April 26, 2025Size: 1 Count (Pack of 150)Style: pre-sharpenedVerified PurchaseGood pencil for the price! They write smoothly and get the job done for everyday use. They’re not Ticonderoga quality, but for the cost, they’re a solid choice—especially for bulk use or classroom supplies.
9 people found this helpfulHelpfulReport - Ina H.5.0 out of 5 stars Great classic pencils!Reviewed in the United States on July 16, 2025Size: 1 Count (Pack of 150)Style: pre-sharpenedVerified PurchaseThese are great quality pencils. Very comparable to Ticonderoga. Love that they come already presharpened. Just classic size and comfort.
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Jiya Sharma5.0 out of 5 stars Best pencil everReviewed in India on October 26, 2020Verified PurchaseSome people r saying that the wood quality is bad but personally it’s great the photo is not doing justice
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Habieru5.0 out of 5 stars Buena calidad-precioReviewed in Spain on May 7, 2018Verified PurchaseHe comprado el pack de 24, son de buena calidad y la mina es muy resistente.
Vienen sin afilar y con una goma muy practica en una de las puntas.
Ideales para el cole.
Pongo unas fotos.
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María del Carmen peña Garay5.0 out of 5 stars Super lápizReviewed in Mexico on May 25, 2025Size: 1 Count (Pack of 150)Style: pre-sharpenedVerified PurchaseExcelente inversión , excelente producto 🙂
ReportTranslate review to English- Oliver G.5.0 out of 5 stars Sehr gute Bleistifte zu einem günstigen PreisReviewed in Germany on September 15, 2019Verified PurchaseDiese Bleistifte von Amazon Basic sind von guter Qualität und haben ein sehr gutes Preis-Leistungsverhältnis. Mit ihnen kann man sehr gut schreiben. Beim bestellen sollte man darauf achten ob sie schon vorangespitzt sind oder nicht.
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Ilmanari5.0 out of 5 stars Buena oferta.Reviewed in Mexico on March 6, 2019Size: 144 Count (Pack of 1)Style: un-sharpenedVerified PurchaseCon una muy buena calidad, y un excelente precio por unidad, este paquete es una buena opción incluso en comparación a compras individuales. Al momento de comprar este producto, parece ser que es mucho dinero por solo lápices, pero si se hace el cálculo, es una buena oferta por cada unidad.
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