Deer shed their antler in the early Spring.  The color and texture of the antler depend on age of animal, diet and climate.  Antler is like a fingerprint, its different every time.  

A convenient built-in lead sharpener inside the cap helps you keep the lead sharp at all times.  Size: 9/16 diameter by 4 3/4 long.  Your sketch pencil will arrive in a velvet drawstring pen pouch.  Gift boxes are available

Replacement 5.6 mm drawing materials are available at art stores and online.  We sell CretaColor brand of replacement materials, they are available in graphite, charcoal, mixed media assortment and color pencil leads.  Look under accessories and follow the link to ink and refills to find them. 

All sketch pencils require the large glass holder and it look good in any of them.