Ink Review #1527: Kobe 60 Ijinkan Mint

Kobe 60 Ijinkan Mint is from Kobe’s standard lineup. You can find this ink for sale at Vanness Pens.

The Color:

Ijinkan Mint is a bright minty green.

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink has some shading but no sheen.

Writing samples:

Let's take a look at how the ink behaves on fountain pen friendly papers: Rhodia, Tomoe River, and Leuchtturm.

Dry time: 50 seconds

Water resistance: Low

Feathering: None

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: None

Other properties: low shading, no sheen, and no shimmer.

On Staples 24 lb copy paper there was quite a bit of feathering and a little bit of bleeding.

Comparison Swabs:

Ijinkan Mint is darker than Sailor Ink Studio 160 but lighter than Monteverde Erinite. Click here to see the Kobe inks together, and click here to see the green inks together.

Longer writing:

I used a Franklin-Christoph 45 Vanness Blue with a broad nib on a Taroko Enigma notebook. The ink had a dry flow.

Overall, this ink is a bit drier and takes longer to dry than I prefer. The color looks good in swabs but in writing (even in a wet broad nib) it’s too light for me to easily read. This one is a pass for me.

Disclaimer: All photos and opinions are my own. This page does not contain affiliate links and this post is not sponsored.

Ink Review #1526: Colorverse 002 Bluish Green

Colorverse 002 Bluish Green is from the Project collection. You can find this ink for sale at Vanness Pens.

The Color:

Bluish Green is just that-a deep blue green.

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink looks more blue than green.

Writing samples:

Let's take a look at how the ink behaves on fountain pen friendly papers: Rhodia, Tomoe River, and Leuchtturm.

Dry time: 15 seconds

Water resistance: Medium

Feathering: Low

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: Low

Other properties: medium shading, high red sheen, and no shimmer.

On Staples 24 lb copy paper there is a bit of feathering and bleeding.

Comparison Swabs:

Bluish Green is closest to Troublemaker Opon Channel Blue. Click here to see the Colorverse inks together, and click here to see the teal inks together.

Longer writing:

I used an Opus 88 Koloro in Beige/Teal with a medium nib on a Taroko Enigma notebook. The ink had a slightly dry flow.

Overall, I enjoyed the color of this ink, but the flow is a bit drier than I prefer.

Disclaimer: All photos and opinions are my own. This page does not contain affiliate links and this post is not sponsored.

Ink Review #1525: Kobe 13 Nunobiki Emerald

Kobe 13 Nunobiki Emerald is from Kobe’s standard lineup. You can find this ink for sale at Vanness Pens.

The Color:

Nunobiki is a medium emerald teal.

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink has some shading and a little bit of sheen.

Writing samples:

Let's take a look at how the ink behaves on fountain pen friendly papers: Rhodia, Tomoe River, and Leuchtturm.

Dry time: 40 seconds

Water resistance: Low

Feathering: None

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: None

Other properties: medium shading, tiny pink sheen, and no shimmer.

On Staples 24 lb copy paper there was quite a bit of feathering and bleeding.

Comparison Swabs:

Nunobiki Emerald is closest to Sailor Ink Studio 764. Click here to see the Kobe inks together, and click here to see the teal inks together.

Longer writing:

I used a Lamy Safari Turquoise with a medium nib on a Taroko Enigma notebook. The ink had an average flow.

Overall, I enjoyed this ink. It flows well with no feathering or bleeding, and has some pretty shading and sheen.

Disclaimer: All photos and opinions are my own. This page does not contain affiliate links and this post is not sponsored.

Ink Review #1524: Yoseka Origin No. 01

Yoseka recently sent me a package that included their new store exclusive ink Yoseka Origin No. 01. Yoseka is owned by Daisy and Neil, who are the kindest people. You can find this ink for sale at Yoseka.

The Color:

Origin 01 is a medium forest green.

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper there is a little bit of red sheen.

Writing samples:

Let's take a look at how the ink behaves on fountain pen friendly papers: Rhodia, Tomoe River, and Leuchtturm.

Dry time: 40 seconds

Water resistance: Low

Feathering: None

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: None

Other properties: medium shading, low red sheen, and no shimmer.

On Walmart 20lb copy paper there was quite a bit of feathering and bleeding.

Comparison Swabs:

Origin 01 is a little more yellow than Tono & Lims 02 Sometime, Somewhere. Click here to see the green inks together.

Longer writing:

I used a Pilot Custom 74 Forest with a medium nib on a Taroko Breeze notebook. The ink had an average flow. I really like this pen/ink combo!

Overall, I enjoyed this ink. It’s a nice medium green with some pretty shading and well behaved too!

Disclaimer: This ink was provided by Yoseka for the purpose of this review. All photos and opinions are my own. This page does not contain affiliate links and this post is not sponsored.

Ink Review #1523: Taccia Black Jeans

Taccia Black Jeans is from the Jeans collection. It is available in 40ml glass bottles. You can find this ink for sale at Vanness Pens.

The Color:

Black Jeans is a medium black with some sheen.

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper you can see the sheen easier.

Writing samples:

Let's take a look at how the ink behaves on fountain pen friendly papers: Rhodia, Tomoe River, and Leuchtturm.

Dry time: 30 seconds

Water resistance: Medium

Feathering: None

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: None

Other properties: low shading, high black sheen, and no shimmer.

On Walmart 20lb copy paper there was quite a bit of feathering and bleeding.

Comparison Swabs:

Black Jeans is closest to Waterman Intense Black. Click here to see the Taccia inks together and click here to see the black inks together.

Longer writing:

I used a Pilot Custom 823 Smoke with a broad nib on a Taroko Breeze notebook. The ink had an average flow.

Overall, this is a nice black ink. It does have some black sheen, but other than that it’s a classic black ink. I don’t love it more than the other black inks I already have full bottles of so I don’t need more than a sample of this one.

Disclaimer: All photos and opinions are my own. This page does not contain affiliate links and this post is not sponsored.

Ink Review #1522: Taccia Dark Washed Jeans

Taccia Dark Washed Jeans is from the Jeans collection. It is available in 40ml glass bottles. You can find this ink for sale at Vanness Pens.

The Color:

Dark Washed Jeans is a deep indigo blue.

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink looks lighter with some shading and sheen.

Writing samples:

Let's take a look at how the ink behaves on fountain pen friendly papers: Rhodia, Tomoe River, and Leuchtturm.

Dry time: 40 seconds

Water resistance: Medium

Feathering: None

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: None

Other properties: medium shading, high copper sheen, and no shimmer.

On Walmart 20lb copy paper there was quite a bit of feathering and bleeding.

Comparison Swabs:

Dark Washed Jeans is darker than Kyo-no-oto 05 Aonibi and lighter than Colorverse Proxima B. Click here to see the Taccia inks together and click here to see the blue inks together.

Longer writing:

I used a Pilot Vanishing Point Galaxy with a medium nib on a Taroko Breeze notebook. The ink had an average flow.

Overall, I like this one! It’s a pretty dark blue with some gorgeous shading and sheen. I might get a full bottle of this one, it’s lovely!

Disclaimer: All photos and opinions are my own. This page does not contain affiliate links and this post is not sponsored.

Ink Review #1521: Taccia Indigo Jeans

Taccia Indigo Jeans is from the Jeans collection. It is available in 40ml glass bottles. You can find this ink for sale at Vanness Pens.

The Color:

Indigo Jeans is a medium denim blue.

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink has some pretty sheen.

Writing samples:

Let's take a look at how the ink behaves on fountain pen friendly papers: Rhodia, Tomoe River, and Leuchtturm.

Dry time: 40 seconds

Water resistance: Medium

Feathering: None

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: None

Other properties: medium shading, medium copper sheen, and no shimmer.

On Walmart 20lb copy paper there was quite a bit of feathering and bleeding.

Comparison Swabs:

Indigo Jeans is darker than Birmingham Cornflower but lighter than Sailor Ink Studio 840. Click here to see the Taccia inks together and click here to see the blue inks together.

Longer writing:

I used a Pilot Custom 74 Teal with a broad nib on a Taroko Breeze notebook. The ink had an average flow.

Overall, I enjoyed this one! It’s well behaved and a lovely color.

Disclaimer: All photos and opinions are my own. This page does not contain affiliate links and this post is not sponsored.

Ink Review #1520: Taccia Navy Blue Jeans

Taccia Navy Blue Jeans is from the Jeans collection. It is available in 40ml glass bottles. You can find this ink for sale at Vanness Pens.

The Color:

Navy Blue Jeans is a deep denim blue that leans toward green.

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink has less of a green undertone than it does on the Col-o-ring swab above.

Writing samples:

Let's take a look at how the ink behaves on fountain pen friendly papers: Rhodia, Tomoe River, and Leuchtturm.

Dry time: 40 seconds

Water resistance: Medium

Feathering: None

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: None

Other properties: medium shading, high copper sheen, and no shimmer.

On Walmart 20lb copy paper there was quite a bit of feathering and bleeding.

Comparison Swabs:

Navy Blue Jeans is a bit darker than Robert Oster Muddy Water. Click here to see the Taccia inks together and click here to see the blue inks together.

Longer writing:

I used a Pelikan M805 Vibrant Blue with a broad nib on a Taroko Breeze notebook. The ink had an average flow.

Overall, I love the color of this ink! It has just a bit of green in it as well as some pretty shading and sheen. I’m tempted to buy a full bottle of this one, I really enjoyed it.

Disclaimer: All photos and opinions are my own. This page does not contain affiliate links and this post is not sponsored.

Ink Review #1519: Taccia Classic Blue Jeans

Taccia Classic Blue Jeans is from the Jeans collection. It is available in 40ml glass bottles. You can find this ink for sale at Vanness Pens.

The Color:

Classic Blue Jeans is a light denim blue.

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink looks darker with some shading and sheen.

Writing samples:

Let's take a look at how the ink behaves on fountain pen friendly papers: Rhodia, Tomoe River, and Leuchtturm.

Dry time: 40 seconds

Water resistance: Medium

Feathering: None

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: None

Other properties: medium shading, tiny copper sheen, and no shimmer.

On Walmart 20lb copy paper there was quite a bit of feathering and bleeding.

Comparison Swabs:

Classic Blue Jeans is less saturated than Sailor Ink Studio 442. Click here to see the Taccia inks together and click here to see the blue inks together.

Longer writing:

I used a Kaweco Al-sport Gold with a fine nib on a Taroko Breeze notebook. The ink had an average flow.

Overall, this is a lovely ink, and still readable in a fine nib!

Disclaimer: All photos and opinions are my own. This page does not contain affiliate links and this post is not sponsored.

Ink Review #1518: Taccia Light Washed Jeans

Taccia Light Washed Jeans is from the Jeans collection. It is available in 40ml glass bottles. You can find this ink for sale at Vanness Pens.

The Color:

Light Washed Jeans is a pale steel blue.

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink looks darker with some shading.

Writing samples:

Let's take a look at how the ink behaves on fountain pen friendly papers: Rhodia, Tomoe River, and Leuchtturm.

Dry time: 30 seconds

Water resistance: Medium

Feathering: None

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: None

Other properties: medium shading, no sheen, and no shimmer.

On Walmart 20lb copy paper there was quite a bit of feathering and bleeding.

Comparison Swabs:

Light Washed Jeans is closest to Sailor Ink Studio 243, but lacks 243’s purple shading. Click here to see the Taccia inks together and click here to see the blue inks together.

Longer writing:

I used a Lamy Al-star Pacific Blue with a medium nib on a Taroko Breeze notebook. The ink had an average flow.

Overall, I like this one, but it can be rather light in smaller nib sizes. I like it best in a wet broad nib.

Disclaimer: All photos and opinions are my own. This page does not contain affiliate links and this post is not sponsored.