Strathmore 400 Series Sketch Pad 5.5x8.5
- Paper Weight: 7
- Paper Finish: Uncoated
- Sheet Count: 100
- Material Type: Paper
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ASIN: B004O7EFMOModel: 455-8Category: Sketchbooks & Notebooks
Overview
Strathmore's 400 Series sketch pad in a compact 5.5 by 8.5 inch size, 100 sheets of wire bound, micro perforated paper aimed at everyday sketching, practice and classroom use.
Micro perforation lets a sheet tear free cleanly when you want to hand in or file a page rather than keep the whole pad intact.
- 100 sheets, wire bound
- 5.5 x 8.5 inch size
- Micro perforated for clean tear out
- 60lb sketch weight paper
Who it's for
Good for daily sketching, warm up drawing or calligraphy practice where you want paper that doesn't feel too precious to experiment on. Not built for heavy, saturated watercolor washes.
Pros and cons
- Slight tooth blends graphite and colored pencil well
- Feels durable enough to experiment on, not precious
- Micro perforated pages tear free cleanly
- No ribbon bookmark
- Compact 5.5x8.5in size limits larger compositions
- Not intended for heavy wet media
Specifications
| Brand | Strathmore |
|---|---|
| Model | 455-8 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Paper Weight | 7 |
| Item Weight | 11.5 ounces |
| Item Dimensions L x W | 8.5 × 5.5 inches |
| Paper Dimensions | 5.5 × 8.5 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Paper Finish | Uncoated |
| Material Type | Paper |
| Color | White |
| Included components | |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Other details | |
| Sheet Count | 100 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Style | 100 Sheets |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Sketching |
| Item Type Name | 400 Series Sketch |
Closest rivals on specs
Amazon Basics Art Sketch Book 5.25x8.25- Item Weight 0.72 vs 0.64 pounds (+13%)
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Frequently asked questions
Is this pad good for calligraphy?
Yes, one reviewer specifically used it for calligraphy practice, describing the paper as thick and smooth enough for the purpose.