Ink Review #1082: Callifolio Bleu Pacifique

I haven’t tried many Callifolio inks so today’s ink is Callifolio Bleu Pacifique. Thanks to the reader that sent this sample in for review! You can buy this ink at most retailers, including Vanness Pens.

The color:

Bleu Pacifique is a vibrant medium turquoise.

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink has some pretty pink 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: 30 seconds

Water resistance: Low

Feathering: None

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: None

Other properties: medium shading, low sheen, and no shimmer. The sheen is only visible in large nibs on Tomoe River paper.

On Staples 24 lb copy paper there was some feathering and just a few dots of bleeding.

Comparison Swabs:

There are a lot of blues this color including Lamy Pacific Blue, Montblanc Unicef Blue, etc. Click here to see the blue inks together.

Longer writing:

I used a Lamy Al-star Pacific Blue with a medium nib on a Yoseka A5 notebook. The ink had a super dry flow. It was actually so dry that it completely dried up in the third paragraph. I couldn’t get it to re-start and had to prime the converter to get it going again.

Overall, this ink is a great color but there are a lot of inks this color already. It’s also so dry I couldn’t write a whole page without it completely drying up, so it’s a no for me.

Disclaimer: This ink was provided by a reader 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 in any way.

Ink Review #1081: Pilot Iroshizuku Tsuyu-kusa

Pilot Iroshizuku does a fabulous job with their blue inks-today’s is Pilot Iroshizuku Tsuyu-kusa aka Asiatic Dayflower. Thanks to the reader that sent this sample in for review! You can buy this ink at most retailers, including Pen Chalet.

The color:

Tsuyu-kusa is a gorgeous royal blue.

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink has just a little bit of coppery 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: 30 seconds

Water resistance: Low

Feathering: None

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: None

Other properties: medium shading, tiny sheen, and no shimmer. The sheen is only visible in large swabs on Tomoe River paper.

On Staples 24 lb copy paper there was some feathering and some bleeding in the flex nib only.

Comparison Swabs:

Tsuyu-kusa is a bit less saturated than Monteverde Capri Blue and KWZ Azure #3. Click here to see the Pilot inks together, and click here to see the blue inks together.

Longer writing:

I used a Pelikan M600 Turquoise with a broad nib on a Yoseka A5 notebook. The ink had a wet flow.

Overall, I really like this ink. It has a lovely wet flow, gorgeous color and some pretty shading. I’m adding a full bottle to my wish list!

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

Ink Review #1080: Private Reserve DC Supershow Blue

We are going to look at another reader send-in today, Private Reserve DC Supershow Blue. Thanks to the reader that sent this ink in for review! You can find this ink for sale at most retailers including Vanness Pens.

The color:

DC Supershow Blue is a classic but vibrant medium blue.

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink has some dark 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, medium sheen, and no shimmer.

On Staples 24 lb copy paper there was some feathering and some bleeding.

Comparison Swabs:

Private Reserve DC Supershow Blue is very similar to Diamine Blue Velvet and Monteverde 2018 DC Supershow Blue. Click here to see the Private Reserve inks together, and click here to see the blue inks together.

Longer writing:

I used a TWSBI Eco Transparent Blue with a medium nib on a Yoseka A5 notebook. The ink had a wet flow.

Overall, this ink is very similar to Diamine Blue Velvet that I reviewed yesterday. There are only two differences: Blue Velvet dries in 20 seconds and has an average flow while DC Supershow Blue dries in 40 seconds and has a wetter flow. Other than that they are very similar. Between the two I prefer Diamine Blue Velvet only because it dries a little bit faster.

Disclaimer: This ink was provided by a pen friend 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 in any way.

Ink Review #1079: Diamine Blue Velvet

One ink that’s been on my list to try for a long time is Diamine Blue Velvet. I don’t know how I’ve never tried this one before, so let’s try it out. This ink is from the 2014 150th Anniversary collection. Thanks to the reader that sent this ink in for review! You can find this ink for sale at most retailers including Pen Chalet.

The color:

Blue Velvet is a classic but vibrant medium blue.

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink has some dark 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: 20 seconds

Water resistance: Low

Feathering: None

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: None

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

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

Comparison Swabs:

Blue Velvet is very similar to Private Reserve DC Supershow Blue (we will look at this ink later today) and Monteverde 2018 DV Supershow Blue. Click here to see the Diamine 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 Yoseka A5 notebook. The ink had an average flow.

Overall, I really enjoyed this ink. It’s well behaved and has some shading and sheen. It matches the Pelikan Vibrant Blue well too.

Disclaimer: This ink was provided by a pen friend for the purpose of this review. All photos and opinions are my own. This page does contain affiliate links but this post is not sponsored in any way.

Ink Review #1078: Kyo-no-oto 05 Aonibi

Today’s ink is Kyo-no-oto 05 Aonibi. Thanks to the reader that sent this ink in for review! You can find this ink for sale at most retailers including Pen Chalet.

The color:

Aonibi is a pretty dark blue with shading.

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink looks more flat with a tiny bit of grey 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: 15 seconds

Water resistance: Low

Feathering: None

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: None

Other properties: medium shading, tiny sheen, and no shimmer. The sheen was only visible in large swabs on Tomoe River paper.

On Staples 24 lb copy paper there was some feathering but no bleeding.

Comparison Swabs:

Aonibi is similar in color to Birmingham Fair Wheel Blue. Click here to see the Kyoto 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 Yoseka A5 notebook. The ink had a dry flow, which did cause some skipping.

Overall, I really like the color and the shading, but the formula is just too dry for me.

Disclaimer: This ink was provided by a pen friend for the purpose of this review. All photos and opinions are my own. This page does contain affiliate links but this post is not sponsored in any way.

Ink Review #1077: Pilot Iroshizuku Syo-ro

I’m getting close to finishing up all of the Pilot Iroshizuku inks, so today’s ink is Pilot Iroshizuku Syo-ro aka Dew on Pine Tree. Thanks to the reader that sent a sample in for review! You can find this ink for sale at most retailers including Pen Chalet.

The color:

Syo-ro is a pretty, dark teal.

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink looks more blue, and has some 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: 30 seconds

Water resistance: Low

Feathering: None

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: None

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

On Staples 24 lb copy paper there was some feathering but no bleeding.

Comparison Swabs:

Syo-ro is a bit darker than Ku-jaku, and a bit more blue than Sailor Ink Studio 664. Click here to see the Pilot inks together, and click here to see the teal inks together.

Longer writing:

I used a Pilot Vanishing Point Tropical Turquoise with a medium nib on a Yoseka A5 notebook. The ink had a wet flow. It matches this pen well.

Overall, I really like this ink. It has a nice wet flow and beautiful teal color. I’m adding a full bottle to my wish list!

Disclaimer: This ink was provided by a pen friend for the purpose of this review. All photos and opinions are my own. This page does contain affiliate links but this post is not sponsored in any way.

Ink Review #1076: Robert Oster Osaka Green

When I purchased some ink samples from a friend recently they offered to send me a sample of Robert Oster Osaka Green as well. I was so excited because I never thought I would get to try this one. Osaka Green is exclusive to the Preco Corporation in Japan.

The color:

Osaka Green is a deep classic green.

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink has just a tiny bit of dark 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: 20 seconds

Water resistance: Low

Feathering: Low-there was a bit of feathering in the flex nib on Leuchtturm paper.

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: Low-there was a bit of bleeding on Leuchtturm paper.

Other properties: medium shading, tiny sheen, and no shimmer. The sheen was only visible in large swabs on Tomoe River paper.

On Staples 24 lb copy paper there was some feathering but just a few dots of bleeding.

Comparison Swabs:

Osaka Green is is similar to Taccia Midori Green, but it’s just a little bit warmer in tone. Click here to see the Robert Oster inks together, and click here to see the green inks together.

Longer writing:

I used a Lamy Safari Pastel Green with an extra fine nib on a Yoseka A5 notebook. The ink had an average flow. The shading does get a little bit light in the EF nib, I prefer it in a medium nib.

Overall, I like this ink. It’s a great color, but very hard to get in the US as of right now. Taccia Midori Green or Robert Oster Emerald are good alternatives.

Disclaimer: This ink was provided by a pen friend 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 in any way.

Ink Review #1075: Troublemaker Seaglass

Shigure Inks has quickly become one of my favorite retailers-they are a great place to buy Troublemaker inks in the US. They recently sent me a few Troublemaker inks to try out, starting with Sea Glass.

The color:

Sea Glass is a medium but very unsaturated green.

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink shades from green to brown pink and blue.

Writing samples:

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

Dry time: 20 seconds

Water resistance: Low

Feathering: None

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: None

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

On Staples 24 lb copy paper there was some feathering but no bleeding.

Comparison Swabs:

Sea Glass is less brown than Troublemaker Kelp Tea. It’s similar to Tono & Lims Fukushima, but Fukushima doesn’t have the multi-color shading. Click here to see the Troublemaker inks together, and click here to see the green inks together.

Longer writing:

I used a TWSBI Eco Transparent Green with a medium nib on a Yoseka A5 notebook. The ink had a dry flow. Some of the shading was way too light to read comfortably.

Overall, I love the shading it has in large swabs, but it shades so light in writing that it’s hard to read. It also has a dry flow which caused some inconsistent writing. This one is a solid “meh” for me-I could take it or leave it.

Disclaimer: This ink was provided by Shigure Ink 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 in any way.

Ink Review #1074: Kyo-iro 04 Moonlight of Higashiyama

Lately I’ve been trying to make it through more of the Kyoto inks so today’s is Kyo-iro 04 Moonlight of Higashiyama. Thanks to the reader that sent this sample in for review! You can find this ink for sale at most retailers including Pen Chalet.

The color:

Moonlight is an unsaturated burnt orange.

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink looks less saturated and has just a little bit of brown 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: 20 seconds

Water resistance: Low

Feathering: None

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: None

Other properties: medium shading, tiny sheen, and no shimmer. You can only see the brown sheen in large swabs on Tomoe River paper.

On Staples 24 lb copy paper there was some feathering and just a few dots of bleeding in the larger nib sizes.

Comparison Swabs:

Moonlight is just a little bit lighter than Papier Plume 011. Click here to see the Kyoto inks together, and click here to see the orange inks together.

Longer writing:

I used a Pelikan M600 Vibrant Orange with a medium nib on a Yoseka A5 notebook. The ink had a dry flow. The ink/pen combo was fine at first, but after the first paragraph it got really dry.

Overall, I love the color and the shading but the flow is a way too dry for me.

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

Ink Review #1073: Robert Oster Australian Opal Pink

Today’s ink is Robert Oster Australian Opal Pink. I purchased my bottle of ink from Pen Chalet.

The color:

Australian Opal Pink is a pale spring pink.

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink has a little bit of blue 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: 20 seconds

Water resistance: Low

Feathering: None

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: None

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

On Staples 24 lb copy paper there was some feathering and just a few dots of bleeding in the larger nib sizes.

Comparison Swabs:

Australian Opal Pink seems to be a lighter version of Robert Oster Dusky Pink. It’s a bit cooler toned than Robert Oster Cherry Blossom. Click here to see the Robert Oster inks together, and click here to see the pink inks together.

Longer writing:

I used a Lamy Safari Pastel Pink with a broad nib on a Yoseka A5 notebook. The ink had a dry flow.

Overall, I usually get so excited about Robert Oster inks, but this ink is pretty much unusable for me. It’s rather dry, and it shades so light that sometimes you can only read half the letter. It looked the best in the flex nib, but it didn’t flow well enough to keep up with the flex’s wet flow. In the longer writing tests I couldn’t read anything that I had written. It’s a no for me.

Disclaimer: I purchased this ink myself, and all photos and opinions are my own. This page does contain affiliate links but this post is not sponsored in any way.