This Is Why You Only See No. 2 Pencils

In all likelihood, if you rummaged through any given desk in the U.S., the first pencil you'd encounter would be a number two pencil. Here's why.

96 Count Number 2 Pencils CHEAP!

What Makes #2 Pencils So Special?

Wood-cased pencils (30-count) for writing, drawing, or sketching; ideal for home, office, or classroom #2 HB medium-soft lead for strength, smooth

Basics Woodcased #2 Pencils, Pre-sharpened, HB Lead, 30 count, Orange

Yikes Collectable HB #2 Black Lead Pencils & Erasers - 'RARE/HTF'. Lot of 4 yikes! New just no packaging. If you know anything about yikes! You'll

Yikes Collectable HB #2 Black Lead Pencils & Erasers - 'RARE/HTF' Vintage

pile of number 2 pencils in orange and blue with cute cooking slogans Stock Photo - Alamy

Personalized 2 Pencils Pre-sharpened Pencils With Rubber

Harvest 320 Premium Hex No. 2 Pencil by Musgrave Pencil Company

And honestly, if you’re buying these pencils, that’s probably gonna be pretty often.

Pencils for Days of the Week Drawing Writing Sketching Doodling Multicolor

Ever wondered about the lead in pencils? - The Washington Post