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Ankkol

Ankkol Top Spiral Sketchbook 9x12

  • 9 x 12 inch pages, Arch A
  • 100 sheets, 68 lb / 100 gsm
  • Top spiral, hardcover, elastic closure
  • Perforated pages
  • Acid-free, texture laid finish
  • 1.6 pounds, black

Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A hardcover top spiral sketchbook with perforated, acid-free pages in a large format. The listing positions it for drawing and illustration and does not address wet media.

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ASIN: B0FGV61QFBModel: ANK-CB125Category: Sketchbooks & Notebooks

Overview

An art class table or a travel bag gets a hardcover sketchbook with a top spiral and an elastic closure. Perforated pages detach for portfolio prep or sharing, and the paper is acid-free with a textured laid surface.

Hardcover boards give a firm backing for drawing on the move, the elastic band closes the book inside a bag, and perforation lets finished pages come out. The long list of uses spans manga, illustration and daily practice. The limitation is media guidance, since nothing is said about paint or markers.

Who it's for

An art class, a daily practice routine or a manga and illustration habit. Look elsewhere for wet media work, or if a lightweight notebook matters more than a hard cover.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Hardcover with elastic closure
  • Top spiral binding
  • Large page format
  • Many uses listed
Cons
  • Wet media suitability unstated
  • Cover material unstated
  • Single page size only

Performance notes

A laid texture gives the surface tooth that grips drawing media, and the stated paper weight resists marking through. The hard cover supports the pad when drawing without a desk, while the top spiral lets a page fold back. Perforation means pages detach, so draw clear of the tear line.

Specifications

BrandAnkkol
ModelANK-CB125
Dimensions & fit
Paper Weight68 lb / 100 gsm
Item Dimensions L x W12 x 9 inches
Paper DimensionsArch A (9 x 12 inches)
Item weight1.6 pounds
Construction & materials
Paper FinishTexture Laid
Material TypePaper
ColorBlack
Other details
Sheet Count100
StyleTop Spiral, Hardcover, Elastic Closure
Recommended Uses For ProductArt Class, Daily Practice, Drawing, Illustration, Manga Sketching, Portfolio Prep, Sketching, Travel Sketching
FeaturesAcid-free, perforated pages

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Ankkol sketchbook a watercolor pad?

No. It is described as sketch and drawing paper with a texture laid finish. The listing does not rate it for watercolor or other wet media.

Can I tear pages out of the Ankkol sketchbook?

Yes. The listing mentions perforated pages.

How does the Ankkol sketchbook close?

It has a hardcover with an elastic closure, and the binding is a top spiral.

What uses does the Ankkol sketchbook list?

The listing names art class, daily practice, drawing, illustration, manga sketching, portfolio prep, sketching and travel sketching.