Dumb question: marker pencils

Sounds like you had a concrete marker.... they have a softish yellow wax lead.... but normally just have a paper 'case' (single sheet of wrap. Haven't bought any for a long time but I would have thought Parkers would be worth a try. Mind you, if you only want one-of them then you'll probably struggle as they come by the box. The ebay guy might prove to be the 'cheaper'/'easier' option in the long run if you don't want a box-full.

Ian

Try your local art shop, Staedtler make a pencil (wood case) called an Omnichrom which has the wax lead like a chinagraph.

Axminster powertools also sell timber marking crayons which will work on metal

Jason

You could try a good stationers/art shop.

Might try a welder's supply. I have a welder's marker that uses replaceable silver colored cores.

Don Young, USA

Hi,

Just wanted to say thanks for all your replies. There used to be a proper stationers in Milton Keynes, but it has since become halal/ kosher/somesuch type grocers shop. Not helpful. I shall have a look about next time I am in another town.

Cheers,

Zed