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What is the steps to make a pencil

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Step One: The wood is softened and cut into slats called "pencil stock" or "pencil squares."

Step Two: A wax and stain are applied and the slats are passed under a cutting wheel.

Step Three: The grooves in the slat are filled with a special elastic glue for the lead.

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