KOH-i-NOOR Gioconda white chalk leads 5.6 mm, pack of 6

Add light to your drawing with these white Gioconda chalk leads. On grey, brown or other toned drawing paper, use them for highlights, light edges and bright areas. White drawing chalk complements dark lines and shading.

Contents and dimensions

• 6 white chalk leads, model 4371.
• Each lead: 5.6 mm diameter and 120 mm length.
• Round leads for a suitable mechanical clutch holder.
• Choose your holder and drawing paper separately.

Choose a suitable holder

Check both the diameter and the lead length your holder accepts. These leads are thicker than ordinary 0.5 or 0.7 mm mechanical-pencil leads. A holder for 5.6 mm leads does not necessarily accept a full 120 mm lead.

How to use the leads

Start with light pressure and build up the white gradually. Use the point for small highlights and a wider edge for larger areas. Test on a scrap of your paper first; its colour and surface affect how clearly the white shows.

Storage and care

Keep the leads in their packaging to help prevent breakage. Avoid touching finished chalk areas, as drawing chalk can transfer when rubbed.

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