General's Compressed Charcoal are extra smooth, and most conveniently used by breaking into smaller pieces. The flat edge may be used for broad strokes, or sticks may be sanded to a fine point for detail work. Drawing may be blended with a soft point, such as a paper stub, tortillion, or chamois.

Available in 2B, 4B, and 6B. packs of 2 and an assorted pack of 4, which includes 1 2B, 1 4B and 2 6B sticks.