Ankkol Sketch Book 9x12
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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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How it ranks among the 21 sketchbooks & notebooks we track
4.8★ across 3,000 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
3,000 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
4,000+ bought on Amazon last month.
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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.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- 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 | |
| Material Type | Paper |
| Color | Black |
| Paper Finish | Texture Laid |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 100 |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Other details | |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Sheet Count | 100 |
| Style | Top Spiral, Hardcover, Elastic Closure |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Art Class, Daily Practice, Drawing, Illustration, Manga Sketching, Portfolio Prep, Sketching, Travel Sketching |
| Item Type Name | Arts, Crafts & Sewing > Drawing & Art Supplies > Sketchbooks |
| Item Highlight | Art Sketch Pad for Kids, Adults, Beginners, Artists, Acid-Free Sketch Paper, Thick Drawing Paper, Hardcover, Perforated Pages |
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in sketchbooks & notebooks.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ankkol Sketch Book 9x12This product | 4.8 / 5 | 3,000 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Strathmore 400 Series Sketch PadStrathmore | 4.8 / 5 | 33,800 | 4.8 / 5 |
| Melissa & Doug Drawing PaperMelissa & Doug | 4.8 / 5 | 19,800 | 4.7 / 5 |
| Fuxi 9" x 12" Sketch Book_Top Spiral Bound Sketchbook_100Sheets 68lb/100gsmFuxi | 4.8 / 5 | 16,900 | 4.7 / 5 |
| Soucolor Sketch Book 9" x 12"Soucolor | 4.8 / 5 | 10,200 | 4.7 / 5 |
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Questions about the Ankkol ANK-CB125
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
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.