Ankkol Top Spiral Sketchbook 9x12
- Paper Weight: 100
- Paper Finish: Texture Laid
- Sheet Count: 100
- Material Type: Paper
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A solid everyday sketchbook for dry media drawing and classroom use, built around a tear out format rather than archival paper.
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ASIN: B0FGV61QFBModel: ANK-CB125Category: Sketchbooks & Notebooks
Overview
This is a 100 sheet, 200 page spiral bound sketchbook at 9 by 12 inches, 68 pound / 100 gsm laid texture paper, with a hardcover and micro perforated pages for tearing out finished work. The spiral sits on top rather than the side, keeping the coil clear of the drawing hand.
A top spiral binding is the practical detail here: side bound sketchbooks put the coil under a left hand or in the way depending on page orientation, while a top spiral keeps it clear for both. The paper suits dry media such as graphite, charcoal and colored pencil, and the maker recommends testing markers or ink washes first with a backing sheet, since the paper is not built for heavy wet media.
- 100 sheets / 200 pages, 68lb / 100gsm laid paper
- 9 x 12 inch top spiral binding
- Hardcover with elastic band closure
- Micro perforated, tear out pages
Who it's for
Suited to students, hobby artists and teens sketching in graphite, charcoal or colored pencil who want a large, tear out friendly pad for class or daily practice. Not the right choice for anyone working mainly in ink washes, watercolor or heavy marker, where the paper is more likely to bleed or buckle.
Pros and cons
- Top spiral keeps the coil clear of the drawing hand
- Micro perforated pages tear out cleanly
- Hardcover with elastic closure protects pages
- Large 9x12 working area for classwork and daily practice
- Not intended for ink washes, heavy marker or watercolor
- 100 gsm is lighter weight than dedicated mixed media paper
Performance notes
The 100 gsm laid texture surface gives enough grain to hold graphite and charcoal shading without feeling slick, and at 155 microns thick it resists show through better than typical printer paper. Micro perforation lets sheets separate cleanly for scanning or portfolio use without tearing raggedly into the remaining pages.
Specifications
| Brand | Ankkol |
|---|---|
| Model | ANK-CB125 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Paper Weight | 100 |
| Item Weight | 1.6 pounds |
| Item Dimensions L x W | 12 × 9 inches |
| Paper Dimensions | 9 × 12 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Paper Finish | Texture Laid |
| Material Type | Paper |
| Color | Black |
| Included components | |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Unit Count | 100 |
| Other details | |
| Sheet Count | 100 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Style | Top Spiral, Hardcover, Elastic Closure |
Closest rivals on specs
Cewei Spiral Sketchbook 9x12- Item Weight 1.6 vs 1.8 pounds (-11%)
Frequently asked questions
Can I use markers or ink in the Ankkol sketchbook?
The paper is built for dry media like graphite, charcoal and colored pencil; the maker recommends testing markers or ink washes first with a backing sheet.
Does the spiral get in the way when drawing?
No, the spiral sits at the top of the pad rather than the side, keeping it clear of the hand for both left and right handed use.
How many sheets are in this sketchbook?
It contains 100 sheets, giving 200 usable pages, with micro perforation for tearing out finished work.