Mark It Like You Mean It: Why Every Tradesman Needs a Pencil Upgrade

Let’s talk about something small that makes a big damn difference on the job: your pencil.

That’s right. Not your power tools, not your boots—your pencil.

Because if you're still borrowing whatever stub you find in the truck console or snapping #2 school pencils like twigs when marking tile, it's time for a glow-up. Meet the THORVALD Carpenter Pencil Set—the jobsite MVP you didn’t know you needed.

✏️ Built for the Trade Life

This set isn’t just a pencil—it’s a precision marking system. You get:

  • A solid metal mechanical pencil body (finally, one that doesn't feel like it’ll snap under real use)

  • 36 refill leads in both graphite and yellow (high-vis on dark surfaces = chef’s kiss)

  • A built-in sharpener in the cap (no more knife sharpening on your jeans)

  • A deep reach needle-point tip that fits into holes and tight corners where regular pencils tap out

Whether you're framing, tiling, welding, or just roughing out your next project, this pencil shows up ready to work.

👷 Why It Matters

In the trades, every mark matters. A sloppy line can mean a crooked cut. A faint mark can disappear under sawdust. And losing your pencil in your tool belt black hole? It slows down your whole rhythm.

The THORVALD is built like a tradesman thinks—durable, practical, and ready for whatever surface you throw at it: metal, wood, concrete, tile, and even wet lumber.

🧰 The Little Tools That Work Hard

Big results don’t always come from big-ticket tools. Sometimes it’s the humble gear—the stuff you use all day, every day—that deserves an upgrade. This pencil set is one of those tools.

Trust us—once you start marking with one of these, going back to a regular carpenter pencil feels like trading in your impact driver for a butter knife.

👉 Grab the THORVALD set and mark your next cut like a pro.
Because craftsmanship starts at the line.

The Blue Collar Boyfriend

At The Blue Collar Boyfriend, we’re all about equipping tradesmen and women with the best gear to get the job done right—because quality tools aren’t a luxury, they’re a necessity.

Let us introduce ourselves. We’re Jerry and Louise, a husband-and-wife team married for over 30 years. In that time, we’ve seen the blue-collar world evolve in big ways. Jerry is a Master Electrician with experience in residential, commercial, and industrial work. He’s also served as a Plant Operations Director in both healthcare and senior living communities.

Louise has been along for the ride—always looking for ways to support her hardworking man. From searching for the best work gear and tools to making sure he had what he needed to stay safe and comfortable on the job, she knows the struggle of finding quality products that truly deliver.

Over the years, we’ve come to realize we have more to offer than just our own experience. We’ve found companies and products we trust, and we have friends in the trades with a wealth of knowledge to share. We created The Blue Collar Boyfriend to build a community—one that provides encouragement, insight, and real recommendations for the hardworking men and women who keep our communities running.

Here on our page, you’ll find tips, advice, solutions, product recommendations, humor, and relatable content. Follow along and join the conversation!

https://thebluecollarboyfriend.com
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