I have to put that on my list to track down with the Tombows. Certainly we can publish a review of a Japanese pencil without referencing all of the rest? Until the Palominos arrived on the scene. Speaking of. Not these (yet) though. Image taken from Jet Pens guide to wooden pencils. As in the case of other Mitsubishi Uni pencils, this Hi-Uni pencil is a quality product. On the contrary, they fit better into my favorite (German) brass KUM wedge than my (German) Faber-Castells do.”. Their smooth burgundy paint, gold foil imprints, and slick black plastic and gold caps simply look like the kind of pencil adults might use. But I still have boxes of Hi-Unis and I like them a lot and use them happily. Japanese pencils run a tad softer and blacker in their grades than German pencils and are generally thicker. I’d never tried Japanese pencils, and I knew the Palomino used a Japanese lead. For regular writing I like a B grade and the Mono 100 B is also very nice. It isn’t available with an eraser. I have the Palomino Blackwing 602 as well as an original 602 but i haven’t tried them yet. […] don’t know what, I find it best to compare this pencil to its nearest cousin, the Mitsubishi Hi-Uni HB. :). A deep burgundy barrel with gold lettering is a great contrast and gives the pencil a premium feel. The Hi-Uni sports several layers of lacquer, finished so smoothly that one forgets that there is a wooden pencil in there. I definitely see the appeal of this pencil. I’ve stayed out of the CC controversy largely by accident, as I was on a busy hiatus from active blogging (as happens from time to time) when most of it was “news”. If I say that I like something, it’s because I do, not because I have some secret tie to CC wherein I market for them. While this may be there to keep the finishes looking their best, it has the added bonus of keeping the pencils from banging around after pencils are removed to be use. In fact, given the black line the Hi-Uni lays down, I was expecting them to smear quite a bit and to be messy pencils. At the time, Mitsu-bishi pencils were difficult-to-impossible to come by in the United States. :). Puleez! ... which felt scratchy in comparison. For many pencil lovers, nothing can beat the satisfying feel of a real wooden pencil. I am told this is a quality of Japanese pencils, along with darker cores. Love the site and your efforts. Sep 16, 2020 • Tim Weaver. I will be buying more of the Hi-Unis, probably lots more, but I will definitely try out different graphite grades to find the right hardness for me. 2. steadler mars lumograph Still, well, I used mine right up. There does seem to be something different about the wood used in this pencil, compared to others. I suppose I’ll have to try all of […]. Skip to main content. I reference a pencil that (A) I like a lot and that (B) is something familiar to a lot of Comrades. If I’m supposed to subdue my fervour for a certain pencil/brand because some people don’t like them, that runs very contrary to the “objectivity” to which you seem to be assuming that I aspire. ), tempted to quote John Cleese: “whatever you do, DON’T MENTION THE WAR”… I’ve been a reader of this blog almost since the start, I’m grateful for all the money and hard work you put in it – it is a pleasant and interesting readl. In the pencil world the Hi-Uni is relatively expensive at £2.40, but you get what you pay for. And my dozen stayed whole for all of five minutes after I opened the mail, when I sharpened one right up. Frankly, the controversy was largely where it is now (wherever that is) when I heard about it this spring. Having considerable respect for the folks involved, I’ve chosen not to take a side. Both are worth having in my mind as they feel different on the page. Compra Mitsubishi Uni-ball Hi-Uni Wooden Pencil - 2B - Box of 12 (japan import). It’s awesome that the full range of Mitsubishi Hi-Uni pencils by the dozens in their classy signature pencil cases is now so readily available in the USA thanks to Jet Pens. I’ve really been wanting to try out the Mitsubishi Uni HB pencils since I found out how amazing the Hi-Uni HB pencils are from Mitsubishi (honestly all of their pencils I’ve tried from them have been great thus far). Also lovely are these green Tombow Mono Js for their anniversary in the metal box. If you're just writing and like the Mitsubishi Hi-Uni HB, you could swap it with the 9800 HB and barely tell the difference in a blind test. Amazon.com: mitsubishi hiuni pencils. Before I discovered this wonderful pencil, Mitsu-bishi were just a manufacturer of cars. Different cedar pencils smell differently to me. There is a thick gold loop two thirds of the way up this section for the final pop of detail. If you have helpful comparisons of a Tombow and the Mitsu-bishi, please do share them with everyone (I don’t mean that sarcasitcally). I would compare the Hi-Uni to Tombows if I had some to compare them to. […] repeatedly. Just received my first dozen of 3B pencils. There are well known dealers and there is also eBay. What is “too often” to mention a product I like, even in any breathless fashion? I refer to these as the adult, in the non-dirty manner of speaking, pencils. I use the Hi-Unis and the Mono 100s. The lead is just, wow. Jetpens.com sent over a very nice package of gear to review, and we’re starting today with the Mitsu-bishi Hi-Uni pencil in HB. But, just as these reviews are unique among one another, we hope this review can add to the Pencil Consciousness regarding this burgundy beauty. Uni Mitsubishi Hi-Uni Wooden Pencil - 2B. Seeing these in Green makes me wish they would ditch their boring black finish. Related searches. The pencils come in a hard plastic case with a hinged lid, inside of a cardboard sleeve. On the contrary, they fit better into my favorite (German) brass KUM wedge than my (German) Faber-Castells do. The end of the pencil … Never warped. Two or three pencils equating the cost of a box of Mitsubishi 9800s, the Hi-Uni is supposed to be much better than its workhorse relative. It oozes class, sophistication and elegance. In fact, the lovely grain and aroma combine to serve as a pleasant juxtaposition to the ultra-smooth finish of this pencil – something about the natural material inside opposing the craftsmanship of the pencil. Vintage Sharpener at St. Francis, Baltimore. Sorry, your blog cannot share posts by email. Those of us who love the Revolution are just here to enjoy it with you. Without exaggerating, I have hundreds of pencils manufactured by different companies, and I noticed that some HB pencils are closer to H, and occasionally more like 2H or B. I find Mitsubishi … The ends are finished with a cap and gold and are very precisely topped off. Hi-Uni pencils can be purchased individually on Jet Pens for $2.35 each. It’s also no secret that the blue HB Palomino is one of my favorite pencils. Post was not sent - check your email addresses! The Mitsu-bishi Hi-Uni pencil is a delight. The pencil design is classy. Haven’t tried that one yet. Thanks again to David at Jetpens for the very generous review pencils, and I hope that Comrades who like a dark and smooth pencil find some Pencil Happiness with the Mitsu-bishi Hi-Uni! The Faber Castell Castell 9000 of the same grade feels much harder and also slender compared the Hi-Uni or Tombow. An eBay seller has a nice odd lot of assorted Mono 100s which I also bought. The pencil is $2.35 each at JetPens or $28 a dozen. Specs Place of Manufacture: Japan Price: $20-25 … Only through squinting […], […] colored with a Hi-Uni (HB), asking, “What’s this […]. ), but it surpassed even the Uni-Star and Uni. The first thing I noticed [after the package] was this pencil’s amazing finish. just barely edge them out. If you are used to pencils with rubbers this can be an odd sensation at first but it does mean that it is comfortable for longer periods of writing. Tombow seem a bit harder than the Mitsubishi and the Palominos (finally available here) are softer and darker still. Ignore the cynics. 1. mitsubishi hi uni pencils I’ve also long questioned the objectivity of “Jfg” regarding Califonia Cedar’s products — too often they’re referenced in an ecstatic, breathlessly supportive fashion. Uni Hi-Uni Wooden Pencil - 10B - Box of 12 (HU10B) Mitsubishi Pencil pencil with pencil eraser 9850 hardness HB K9850HB (Original Version) Staedtler Mars Lumograph Art Drawing Pencils, 12 Pack Graphite Pencils in Metal Case, Break-Resistant Bonded Lead, 100 G12 Us light writers have too few pencils to choose from, but this one does it. I am really just getting started. But how much better can a pencil be? Smell a Hi-Uni, a Cedar Pointe and then a Dixon. I start to doubt your objectivity. These seem to run slightly contrary in that I’m supposed to suppress my opinion on a pencil/brand and then provide an opinion on an issue on demand. Double-click here and select a page to create an index of your own content. Now I feel conflicted as I bought a box on sale and just love them. The luxurious pencils write in rich, dark, and even lines. They were on sale and I rolled the dice and I adore them. I first encountered a few Mitsu-bishi pencils briefly in 2005. The Mitsubishi Hi-Uni HB is on of those pencils I’ve always wanted to try. The Apsara pencils came with an eraser and sharpener with each ten pack. Koh-I-Noor Toison D’ OR 12 The Tombow Mono 100 is darker, but the lead feels harder for some reason. The Hi-Uni is Uni Mitsubishi's best-selling, highest-quality woodcased pencil, with an incredible selection of 22 different hardness grades. Beautiful to write with as well as look at, these wooden pencils will be a marvelous addition to your art tool collection. This core achieves a nice balance between blackness and point retention, also. With this in mind I point you to the brilliant Jet Pens guide to wooden pencils. The luxurious pencils write in rich, dark, and even lines. HB, B, 2B the orange graded pencils w/o the eraser. We never claim to be completely unbiased (if that’s even possible). I don’t think I need to “explain away” my “omissions” “convincingly.” Having a pencil blog does not necessarily implicate me or anyone who contributes to this site in every pencil-related controversy in such a way that I (or anyone) should need to answer for it. They are so well made i pause before sharpening them. The lead has no friction on the paper. (I hate to speak too soon, but things are settling down a little at HQ. We always provide HONEST reviews. Some pencils feature a wonderful core and also impressive finishes, such as the Mitsubishi Hi-Uni and, say, a Staedtler Lumograph 100 or Faber-Castell Castell 9000. The Mitsubishi Hi-Uni is the top woodcase pencil in the Mitsubishi Pencil Company’s line. There are quite a few pencil blogs in English (and other languages) on the internet, and we all tend to focus on different pencils, manufacturers, countries of origin, etc. This final section is round contrasting the hexagonal barrel of the pencil. Hi-Uni is Uni Mitsubishi's best-selling highest-level wooden pencil line with an incredible selection of 22 hardness grades. Please try your search again later. We were the first blog to feature the Palomino, an exciting product in 2005, when American pencil pickins were becoming slim. I'm sure there is some difference, core-wise, but I really can't tell. I am, frankly, smitten by this pencil. Untik recently if I wanted a darker line I just looked for a #1. 5. royal and langnickel premier sketch pencils.. […] cores as the star. But, just as these reviews are unique among one another, we hope this review can add to the Pencil Consciousness regarding this burgundy beauty. The Mitsubishi Hi-Uni is a great pencil and shout be a part of any pencil lovers pencil pot. :). How is pointing out that one knows about the darker cores indicating that I “did not know that Japanese pencils tend to be softer”? Mitsu Hi-Unis, as noted, also quite good. The plastic sharpener doesn’t look like much but is a long point single hole type and works beautifully. Below you can see my written review giving some idea of how this pencil looks and its shading. Palomino Blackwing Pencils have been on my need-to-try list for a very long time. pencil philosophy: wooden wisdom, product reviews & ephemera, etc. The cedar sharpens perfectly, and the cores are dead-center. I picked out the HB and B grade. On the one hand, you want objectivity in a pencil review. I should mention that these pencils are also noticeably wider than most pencils. Ignoring the pencils I like (and no one’s questioning my high regard for Field Notes or KUM sharpeners or my very open bias toward American pencils like those from Dixon or the unpainted pencils I often favor, etc.) There is no paint overlap, I can tell that the cores are as perfectly centered as every other Japanese pencil I’ve used. (And if it’s not an opinon or taking a side, what is expected regarding the controversy? Now I see that art type pencils up to about 2B are much nicer to write with. The Mitsubishi Hi-Uni Pencils are a great example of the high-quality pencils that come from Japan. Mitsubishi Hi Uni 2B and HB: The HB was good. The barrel … I feel like it’s ever so slightly less dark than an HB Palomino, but it’s really hard to tell. Sellers from the Far East often charge little or nothing for shipping. You just have to be patient in waiting for the order to arrve. Mitsubishi Hi-Uni Super-DX and Hi-Uni 8B pencils (pencil talk, November, 2008) Mitsubishi 10B – Part 2 (Dave’s Mechanical Pencils, October, 2008) Mitsubishi Hi-Uni 10B premium wooden pencil and Pencil Extenders (Lung Sketching Scrolls, December, 2008) The lead is soft yet does not break easily. The Tombow Mono 100 is not as familiar to as many readers (I suspect) and certainly not to myself as, say, a Palomino. The luxurious pencils write in rich, dark, and even lines. Beautiful to write with as well as look at, these wooden pencils will be a marvelous addition to your art tool collection. At the risk of being…I don’t know what, I find it best to compare this pencil to its nearest cousin, the Mitsubishi Hi-Uni HB. I suspect that list would be […], Your email address will not be published. I am at a loss. You had six references to Palomino pencils in a review of a Mitsubishi pencil. 4.7 out of 5 stars 4. * It’s hard to explain. Hi-Uni is Uni Mitsubishi's best-selling highest-level wooden pencil line with an incredible selection of 22 hardness grades. We don’t trade good reviews for free stuff or money. This pencil smears less than a lot of considerably lighter-writing HB pencils, and the ghosting is no worse, either. Some pencils feature something […], […] until my fifth (of six) notebooks to identify the perfect pencil for that toothy green paper. In my last JetPens purchase I ordered a pair of Mitsu-bishi Hi- Uni pencils. Burgundy, however, benefits greatly from a little more gold and black design work. The Mitsu-bishi Hi-Uni pencil is a delight. It’s much more…red and very much more fragrant than other high-end cedar pencils. While the core reminds me of the HB Palomino that I hold very dearly (the blue end-capped HB is one of my favorite pencils in the world), I have to admit that the Hi-Uni does hold its point a little bit longer. Without exaggerating, I have hundreds of pencils manufactured by different companies, and I noticed that some HB pencils are closer to H, and occasionally more like 2H or B. I find Mitsubishi … On the opposite side of the pencil there is a brash white barcode which is plain ugly. $28.74 $ 28.  I also note that not a word was said on this blog about the recent plagiarism controversy in which CC was involved, nor has their probable fabrication of Blackwing users been mentioned. Questioning your motives seems a bit unfair, liking products from CC is, hopefully, not a crime – keep up the good work. You can pry my Palomino from my cold, dead hand. This pencil is easily tied for favorite HB pencil with the Mitsubishi Hi-Uni. I’m surprised you did not know that Japanese pencils tend to be softer than European pencils marked at the same degree of hardness. What’s wrong with that? I just keep holding out on not buying them because they are significantly more expensive compared to other pencils. I swear I can smell the difference, even if I would not consent […], […] available in a pencil in a 2mm diameter? I have yet to try a number of differet pencils I got recently., These include the Tombow Mono Graph MONO 2B, Staedtler Mars Lumograph 2B (German and Indonesian versions), Mitsubishi 9800 2B, Staedtler Noris 120 2B, Staedtler 168 2B, Venus Velvet 3557 #2, General’s Test Scoring 580, Faber castell 9000 2B (Germany), Faber Castell SV 1111 2B (Indonesia). People do love a controversy. Before I discovered this wonderful pencil, Mitsu-bishi were just a manufacturer of cars. I’m confused which pencils do I prefer. The Palomino looks great in the colors in which it comes, with minimal marking on the barrel of the pencil. These aren't kiddy styled pencils. Try Prime EN Hello, Sign in Account & Lists Sign in Account & Lists Returns & Orders Try Prime Cart. We get Hi-Uni & both flavors of the Tombow here (Mono J and the Mono 100). It oozes class, sophistication and elegance. I have nearly sharpened away that white barcode. As much as I enjoy having my integrity questioned, I should address this. I’m hoping to do more and soon! For many pencil lovers, nothing can beat the satisfying feel of a real wooden pencil. If you’re a wide-fingered Comrade like me, this is a good quality. because of who makes them would be dishonest. Have you tried their penmanship pencil? They and the Mono 100s are so close, but I think the Hi-Unis (unii? I bought a single HB pencil from Cult Pens on a whim when picking up some other items. For writing fast I like the Hi-Uni 2B. John at PencilRevolution thinks the Hi-Uni HB is pretty close to the Palomino HB, which I find identical to Blackwing 602 clone. So I was very excited to open a package containing a dozen Hi-Unis in HB! That list reads like a Pencil Dream Team! The Hi-Uni doesn't have a ferrule or rubber therefore feeling naturally lighter. They were too good not to use! If you’re a wide-fingered Comrade like me, this is a good quality. The Mitsubishi Hi-Uni in HB was perfect on that Mohawk Via 70#T “Light Green” paper. Mitsubishi Hi-Uni Wooden Pencil - 2B - Box of 12 ... Q&As, reviews There was a problem completing your request. I think I like the cheaper Mono J even more than the Mono 100 (seemingly their premium pencil with a cap like the hi-uni). Posted on March 5, 2014 Leave a comment. The barcode  detracts from the pencil’s appearance, but I understand that this is a necessity in places where one can easily buy quality, open-stock pencils (unlike most shops in the USA). ), These are definitely among my favorites; the epitome of Japanese pencil-making today. This is example content. It's a shame that this is included on the pencil itself but sadly Mitsu-bishi aren't the only brand that does this. Jetpens.com sent over a very nice package of gear to review, and we’re starting today with the Mitsu-bishi Hi-Uni pencil in HB. 4. derwent graphic pencils heh. I used the Staedtlers and Fabers till I found the found the Tombows. All mentioned are wonderful pencils but my favorite was the Hi-uni. Regards Henrik. » Pencil Revolution, Best Pencils for Field Notes Utility Edition. Beautiful to write with as well as look at, these wooden pencils will be a marvelous addition to your art tool collection. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. The Tombow Mono 100 is just as pleasing a pencil underneath all of that shiny paint. The Hi-Uni reminds me of a Palomino’s finish, with the thick lacquer and clean ends. I found this one at Maido in San Fransisco. | PENCIL REVOLUTION, Drawing versus writing pencils | Recording Thoughts, Review of Tombow Mono 100. As in the case of other Mitsubishi Uni pencils, this Hi-Uni pencil is a quality product. Amazing finish. The 2B was a wee bit better; it moved across the page with less effort and left a better line. I mentioned that Japanese pencils are wider, as I’ve read is the norm, along with darker cores. Where did I say I didn’t know that Japanese pencils are softer? To cap off the pencil there is a deep black lacquer that tells you the grading of the graphite. The point was: If you like the Palomino (a pencil a lot of people like and have used), you might like a Hi-Uni (a pencil fewer readers have tried). Cores are dead center. I don’t know or care much about the ethical BS surrounding the company but they make a fine pencil, even if they gold rubs off and the pencil grade is only printed on one side. (grrr). As in the case of other Mitsubishi Uni pencils, this Hi-Uni pencil is a quality product. Woodchuck included three in the original package of Palomino pencils he sent us. I agree that the Hi-Unis are softer than the Mono 100s for the same grade. This was my first Japanese pencil and one of the first pencils I tried outside the Palomino selection pack. 3. Review of Dixon Ticonderoga Groove. Thanks – it has been some time since we had a review of a pencil – like in the “good old days” when the revolution was young and the future was bright :-). Review: Mitsubishi Hi-Uni HB. I am told this is a quality of Japanese pencils, along with darker cores. However, for better or worse, there’s a lot more print and design on the Hi-Uni. They are certainly not so much wider as to be difficult to sharpen. Some I have used recently and like: General Layout 555 -nice and dark if sharpeed enough and pressed hard, Apsara Platinum Extra Dark – nice and dark, Koh-I-Noor Toison D’Or 2B – smooth and dark, Bazic 2B – not as dark but smooth, J Staedtler Half Moon #1 – very old stock but dark and smooth – a few of these are on the verge of splitting. The luxurious pencils write in rich, dark, and even lines. Agreed! It’s as smooth as any HB I have ever tried, with a darkness anyone familiar with Palominos would find welcome. Both are excellent pencils. (It could be the same lead for all I know!) i find the graphite a bit softer than other HB pencils wearing quickly when used for writing. Mitsubishi 9800 Pencil Review August 01, 2017 / Michael Hagan. They are certainly not so much wider as to be difficult to sharpen. I would probably go lighter than 4B, maybe 3B, or even 2B. On the contrary, they are precise, neat and, again, dark for HB pencils. 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