is there any difference on quality and color shades for USA made and Mexico made Prismacolor set?
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I'm new to Prismacolor, but I purchased this last December ('13) and have had a great deal of difficulty sharpening them (they say Mexico). My yellow ochre is nearly impossible to sharpen and I'm using a new sharpener of the same brand. The color breaks and actually falls out. I love the colors themselves, but can't afford to sharpen half the pencil before attaining a decent point.
1431699
There is a difference in the quality of the pencils - the ones made in Mexico (by Sanford) have more off-center and loose leads, and warping and splitting of the wood is not uncommon now. I still use and love Prismacolor pencils, but the quality has gone way down since they were Berol Prismacolors. The colors are the same for the most part - I have an old deco yellow that is so much paler and nicer than the current deco yellow, but that's the only color that seems significantly different to me.
1431700
In my experience the quality issues with prismacolor pencils has not affected the actual color cores which are still vibrant and easy to blend. The production issues have more to deal with off center cores or warped pencil barrels.
700097
Not sure why that 1 commenter said Mexico, these are made in Germany stock versions may be made in Mexico (these are stamped on the bulbs "Germany").
462999
Assuming you are talking about the different groupings of the 72-piece sets, the difference is the actual colors in the set. If you are not looking to buy all 5 sets due to the expense, find the set that contains most of the colors you need or want. You can then buy them individually from dickblick.com to pick up the few that you are missing. The colors are defined by the number on the end of the cap.. i.e., R29 is a (R)ed shade where the 2 and the 9 define the different aspects of that shade of red. R27 is very similar to R29, but is lighter in color where as R59 is very different; more of a maroon shade.
1302887
I believe the original pieces were made in England. My daughters had the set 30 years ago and the ones I bought for my grandsons are the same quality. Very happy with my purchase.
1427405
The set that I bought in 2013 was for sure. The set I bought in 2014 had the same labeling, however, I did not look for the "Made in USA". I just assumed that they were the same. I hope this helps. PJ
1234592
No I have both. They are exactly the same. I assume the price difference is due to the price of the colored material. One may be more expensive for their supplier to make.
1049999
I do have an old one with glossy black paint witch says USA On the barrel. These have a matte black finish on them and don't specify USA I'm assuming they're not made in America and I have noticed lesser quality in the wood, the paint, eraser and graphite. Still a solid pencil. But not the original quality
2213069
I bought one a couple months ago and it´s the mexican made one, shure only make them there now.this one is not the chinese knock off!
228718
probably the ultra dark. the darker the tint, the more expensive it is. compare prices per same amount in ounces. hope that helps :)
1725006
I've tried to find the answer to your question but have not succeeded so far. The United States and "other" are the countries listed under assembly and components. I am very pleased with this night vision ocular. I know you can pay a lot more money for one, but this one is really good.
1791283
As far as I know, they are all the same. We purchased 4 of the red ones (for grand kids). At the time there was no indication of any quality differences by color.
1077640
The $500 model is probably made in Mexico, the more expensive probably made in the U.S. I own a MIM model.
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Oh My gosh .. prismacolor is so much better . softer lead , lets you blend easier . To me , I've used this type of Pencil for many years and yest it is worth the extra money JS AZ
661713
It is made in Mexico it is not like the one I bought when iwas in Spain but it is ok! The color chart is not accurate
1927218
I bought this set for a gift, and I do not remember if they were made in the USA. Sorry I cannot help you with this one.
1746868
I went online and looked at the Oneida "American Harmony" set. Thier design is a little different from the International 53 piece set,if thats important to you. I do know that my wife and I are very satisfied with the price and quality of the International set we purchased. I pray that this was helpful.
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if you go to the prismacolor website you can get full detail on all the colors in each set - http://www.prismacolor.com/products/colored-pencils/softcore-lead