Made in the USA by Musgrave pencils who have been proudly making pencils since 1916. Equal number of Metallic Blue and Metallic Red Jumbo, Round is ideal for beginner writers and craftsmen requiring thick lead. The larger round size (13/32 inch) and the smooth outer casing make it easier to hold. Larger size assists children in the early stages of their writing development skills. The thick 4mm medium soft core makes it ideal for young children and craftsmen and features an extra-large, latex-free eraser for clean, smudge-free erasing. The pencil is PMA certified non-toxic.