The Blackwing 651 serves as a tribute to the iconic Bruce Lee, showcasing a design that reflects the philosophies of Jeet Kune Do, the martial art he developed. Despite his fame as an international movie star and martial artist, Bruce Lee was, at his core, a philosopher. His pocketbooks were filled with a diverse range of content, including dance routines, self-affirmations, and profound life-shaping wisdom.
Bruce Lee's note to his students about Jeet Kune Do encapsulates the essence of his martial art: "the art of Jeet Kune Do is simply to simplify." This philosophy emphasizes honesty in actions and champions a freedom of expression previously unseen in the world of martial arts. While Jeet Kune Do was initially designed for combat, its principles can be applied to the challenges of everyday life, encapsulated in phrases like "using no way as way; having no limitation as limitation."
The Blackwing 651 pencil pays homage to Bruce Lee with a simple and direct design featuring black and yellow stripes, inspired by the philosophies of Jeet Kune Do. The number 651 is a reference to 651 S. Weller Street in Seattle, the location where Bruce Lee opened his first formal school.
In addition to its symbolic design, the Blackwing 651 pencil boasts extra-firm graphite, making it ideal for various writing tasks, including jotting down notes and capturing inspiration whenever it strikes. The pencil not only serves as a writing tool but also as a reminder of Bruce Lee's impactful legacy and the principles of simplicity, honesty, and freedom of expression that he espoused.
