Tombow Stationery Guide — Dual Brush Pens, MONO Erasers & More

Tombow Dual Brush Pen — The Lettering Essential

The Dual Brush Pen might be the most popular water-based marker in the art world. Two tips in one pen: a flexible brush tip for calligraphy, lettering, and broad strokes, plus a fine bullet tip for details, coloring, and fine lines. The water-based dye ink is blendable. You can use the brush tip to pick up color from another pen and create custom gradients and ombre effects.

The standard set includes 108 colors (expanded from 96). The colors are organized by family, and each pen has the color number printed on the barrel. The brush tip holds up remarkably well. Even after extensive use, it maintains its shape and springiness.

Best for: Hand lettering, bullet journaling, adult coloring, illustration, and any creative project that needs color blending.

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Tombow Dual Brush — Pre-Selected Color Sets

If the 108-set feels overwhelming, Tombow sells curated 10-packs organized by theme: Pastel, Bright, Earth Tone, Cool Gray, Warm Colors, and Floral. Each set includes 10 pens in a reusable plastic case. The Pastel and Earth Tone packs are especially popular for bullet journaling.

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Tombow Blending Kit — Palette & Brush

For serious blending work, Tombow offers a blending kit that includes a colorless blender pen (for softening edges and creating watercolor effects) plus a small palette surface. The blender pen can also be used to lighten colors or create smooth transitions between shades.

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Tombow ABT PRO — The Artist-Grade Upgrade

The ABT PRO is Tombow's refillable brush pen for professional artists. It uses pigment-based ink (more lightfast than the standard dye-based kind) and has a replaceable brush tip and refillable ink cartridge. The body is aluminum with a hexagonal shape for better control. Available in 36 colors. The ABT PRO costs more than the standard Dual Brush, but the refillability makes it cheaper in the long run for heavy users.

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Tombow MONO Eraser — The Iconic Black & White Stripes

The MONO eraser is a product design classic. The black-and-white striped casing is instantly recognizable. And the eraser itself is one of the best ever made. It erases cleanly without smudging, produces minimal crumbs, and the soft vinyl compound won't damage paper fibers. Even on thin pages.

The standard MONO eraser comes in three sizes: the small rectangle (most common for pencil cases), the large rectangle (desk use), and the PE-01 (a slimmer flat version). The eraser's softness is the key — it grips the graphite without tearing the paper.

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Tombow MONO SMART — Click Eraser Precision

The MONO SMART is a retractable click eraser with a thin 4mm core. Perfect for precise erasing around letters, inside margins, or in tight spaces. The metal sleeve provides a clean break, and the eraser doesn't leave pink residue. A favorite among architects, draftspeople, and anyone who needs to erase with surgical precision.

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Tombow MONO Zero — Ultra-Precision Erasing

The MONO Zero is the most precise eraser Tombow makes. It has a rectangular 2.5mm x 5mm tip that lets you erase individual letters, punctuation marks, or fine lines without touching anything around them. It's refillable. The eraser core slides out and a new one clicks in. The MONO Zero is essential for artists, bullet journalists, and perfectionists.

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Tombow MONO Graph — Shake-to-Advance Pencil

The MONO Graph is Tombow's flagship mechanical pencil, and it's a joy to use. It features a shake mechanism. Shake the pencil and the lead advances automatically. There's also a retractable tip. The metal sleeve retracts into the body when not in use, protecting the tip and your pockets. The 4mm fixed sleeve provides excellent visibility and control.

Available in 0.3, 0.5, and 0.7mm lead sizes. The matte black version is the most popular, but the pencil also comes in a range of colors. The grip section has a subtle textured pattern for a secure hold. The shake mechanism can be locked for pocket carry — just slide the lock button on the eraser cap.

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Tombow MONO Graph Grip — Softer Ergonomic Grip

The Graph Grip is a variant with a softer, more cushioned grip section made from elastomer material. It's slightly thicker and more comfortable for long writing sessions. Same great shake-to-advance mechanism and retractable tip.

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Tombow MONO Graph Lite — Lightweight & Colorful

The Graph Lite is a lighter, more colorful version of the MONO Graph. Instead of a full metal grip, it uses a plastic construction with a textured grip zone. It's available in vibrant pastel and primary colors and is popular among students. The mechanism is the same excellent shake-to-advance.

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Tombow MONO Correction Tape — Kurutia Slide System

Tombow's correction tape has a retractable head that slides out for use and retracts for storage — no cap to lose. The tape applies smoothly without bubbles or tears, and you can write over it immediately. It's available in 5mm and 6mm widths and multiple colors.

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Tombow MONO Stick — Repositionable Glue

The MONO Stick glue shares the same black-and-white striped design as the eraser. The glue is acid-free, dries clear, and is initially repositionable — you can adjust your paper within the first few seconds of application. The stick format is clean and easy to apply.

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Tombow Play Color K — Bold & Fine in One

The Play Color K is a double-sided marker with a 1mm bold tip on one end and a 0.4mm fine tip on the other. It's available in 30 colors and is popular for bullet journaling and planners. The ink is water-based and blendable, and the pens click together for storage.

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