Montblanc Honore de Balzac Dandy Turquoise Ink Review

Montblanc Honore de Balzac Dandy Turquoise Ink Review

This is a limited edition ink that’s, sadly, no longer available. It’s a beautiful turquoise shade. If you like turquoise inks and come across a bottle, do snap it up. Here I am doodling the Inkling. Thank you to Chris Stafford for sending me this sample.

Pilot Iroshizuku Asa-Gao Ink Review

Pilot Iroshizuku Asa-Gao Ink Review

I’m not a huge fan of royal blue but this ink has something quite lovely about it. A gorgeous deep blue with good shading and quick dry times. Here I am doodling the Inkling. This sample was provided by Pure Pens to promote their ink sample service. If you live in the UK (or nearby!)…

J. Herbin Emerald of Chivor Ink Review

J. Herbin Emerald of Chivor Ink Review

Oh my goodness gracious me. What colour is this ink? It’s quite blue, with green, a fair amount of red around the edges, and then there’s the gold thrown in. No wonder it’s causing such a sensation. It’s a very special ink indeed. Here I am doodling the Inkling. This sample was sent to me…

Waterman Serenity Blue Ink Review

Waterman Serenity Blue Ink Review

Waterman Serenity Blue is one of those inks with a reputation. It’s well known for being one of the safest inks there is, recommended for use in the most delicate of vintage pens. As far as its colour goes, it’s a nice royal blue, which isn’t to my taste (reminds me too much of school).…

Papier Plume Forget-Me-Not Blue Ink Review

Papier Plume Forget-Me-Not Blue Ink Review

Papier Plume is a shop in New Orleans that produces its own range of inks. I must admit I hadn’t heard of them until Kyle of the wonderful Reverenced Writing sent me a couple of samples. Thank you Kyle (and go check out his site). This ink flows well and has good dry times. It’s…

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