For the price its astonishing. I have purchased this sketchbook from Royal Talens before and can confirm this is the only brand I really buy from anymore.

The paper is smooth and can support materials such as Ohuhu alcohol markers, even though it still bleeds (but thats logical) Other materials such as colored pencils and regular pencils are great and dont smudge too easily. I have tried multiple other pens and they dont ruin the paper much either. Its also worth noting that this sketchbook can easily fit in your pocket, but there are bigger sizes you can purchase from Royal Talens too.

The sketchbook comes wrapped in a transparent plastic that protects the product, and this specific delivery also came covered in thick bubble wrap which I really appreciate.

This specific purchase was made as a Christmas gift for someone I know because I trust the brand after a lot of experience.

10/10, will purchase until the end of time.

For its price, it is very good. Of course, there are better papers that blend the pencil perfectly and the difference is noticeable, but at this price, I have no complaints. Its small size is very convenient to always have it in your bag. I would choose it again