In an era dominated by computers, pencils remain popular. There are many innovations, such as short, long, round, square, soft writing, with an integrated sharpener and eraser. The Urban is a unique pencil with an ergonomic triangular shape that ensures comfortable writing. Its surface is covered with environmentally friendly water-soluble paint, a technology introduced by Faber-Castell. Its tip is particularly resistant to breaking and is available in hardness grade B.