Ink Review #1442: Kaweco Caramel Brown

We’re moving through the Kaweco inks this week. Next up is Kaweco Caramel Brown from Kaweco’s standard lineup. You can find this ink for sale at most retailers including Pen Chalet (aff. link) and Vanness Pens.

The color:

Caramel Brown is a medium cool-tone brown.

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink is cooler in tone.

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: None

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: Low

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

On Staples 24 lb copy paper there was some feathering and bleeding in all nib sizes.

Comparison Swabs:

Caramel Brown is a little lighter than Noodler’s Walnut. Click here to see the Kaweco inks together, and click here to see the brown inks together.

Longer writing:

I used a Franklin-Christoph Autumn Oak with a medium nib on a Taroko Enigma notebook. The ink had an average flow.

Overall, it’s a good basic brown with some shading. There’s nothing outstanding about it, but it’s a good basic.

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

Ink Review #1441: Kaweco Sunrise Orange

Kaweco Sunrise Orange is from Kaweco’s standard lineup. You can find this ink still for sale at most retailers like Vanness Pens.

The color:

Sunrise Orange is a medium orange

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink has some interesting 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: 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 bleeding in all nib sizes.

Comparison Swabs:

Sunrise Orange is closest to Pure Pens Pendine Sands. Click here to see the Kaweco inks together, and click here to see the orange inks together.

Longer writing:

I used an Edison Collier Persimmon Swirl with a medium nib on a Taroko Enigma notebook. The ink had an average flow.

Overall, this is a nice basic orange with some shading. I know Kaweco is in the middle of swapping in new bottles so this is out of stock at a few retailers but hopefully we will see the new bottles in stock soon!

Disclaimer: 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 #1440: Lamy Charged Green

Lamy Charged Green was a limited edition ink that debuted in 2016 to match the Charged Green Al-star. You can find this ink still for sale at a few retailers including Vanness Pens (I think they only have samples and cartridges left).

The color:

Charged Green is a bright stomach acid green, almost a yellow.

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink looks a bit more green than in writing.

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: low shading, no sheen, and no shimmer.

On Staples 24 lb copy paper there was some feathering and bleeding in all nib sizes.

Comparison Swabs:

Charged Green is closest to PenBBS 113. Click here to see the Lamy inks together, and click here to see the green inks together.

Longer writing:

I used a Pelikan M605 White Transparent with a medium nib on a Taroko Enigma notebook. The ink had a dry flow.

Overall, this ink is way too bright and I’m not a big fan of the color. It might work as a highlighter ink, but for me it’s even too bright for that. Usually I like the Lamy limited edition inks, but this one is a hard pass for me.

Disclaimer: 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 #1439: Lamy Neon Lime

Lamy Neon Lime was a limited edition ink that debuted in 2015. You can find this ink still for sale at a few retailers including Vanness Pens (I think they only have cartridges left).

The color:

Neon Lime is a fluorescent lime green.

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink is super bright.

Writing samples:

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

Dry time: 10 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 some feathering and bleeding in all nib sizes.

Comparison Swabs:

Neon Lime is much brighter than Diamine Jade Green. Click here to see the Lamy 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 way too bright for me, definitely eye-searing. It’s also a little drier than I prefer, so this one’s a no for me.

Disclaimer: 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 #1438: Lamy Red

Lamy Red is from Lamy standard lineup. You can find this ink for sale at most retailers including Pen Chalet (aff. link) and Vanness Pens.

The color:

Lamy Red is a bright red-pink, not a true red.

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink looks more pink than red.

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: Low

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: Low

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

On Staples 24 lb copy paper there was some feathering and bleeding in all nib sizes.

Comparison Swabs:

Lamy Red is closest to Sailor Ink Studio 730. Click here to see the Lamy inks together, and click here to see the red inks together.

Longer writing:

I used a Pelikan M205 Star Ruby with a fine nib on a Taroko Enigma notebook. The ink had an average flow.

Overall, I’m not a fan-it generally behaves well, but it’s way too pink for me.

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

Ink Review #1437: Lamy Blue

Lamy Blue is from Lamy standard lineup. You can find this ink for sale at most retailers including Pen Chalet (aff. link) and Vanness Pens.

The color:

Lamy Blue is a classic medium blue.

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink has a little bit of bronze 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 bronze sheen, and no shimmer.

On Staples 24 lb copy paper there was some feathering and bleeding in all nib sizes.

Comparison Swabs:

Lamy Blue is close to Monteverde Malibu Blue. Click here to see the Lamy inks together, and click here to see the blue inks together.

Longer writing:

I used a Montegrappa Elmo with a fine nib on a Taroko Enigma notebook. The ink had an average flow.

Overall, it’s a good basic blue, but very similar to a lot of other brands’ standard blues.

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

Ink Review #1436: Lamy Black

Lamy Black is from Lamy standard lineup. You can find this ink for sale at most retailers including Pen Chalet (aff. link) and Vanness Pens.

The color:

Lamy Black is a basic black.

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink has a little bit of brown sheen (that doesn’t show up well in photos).

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, low brown sheen, and no shimmer.

On Staples 24 lb copy paper there was some feathering and bleeding in all nib sizes.

Comparison Swabs:

Lamy Black is similar to Waterman Intense Black. Click here to see the Lamy inks together, and click here to see the black inks together.

Longer writing:

I used a Franklin-Christoph 45 Charcoal and Creme with a broad nib on a Taroko Enigma notebook. The ink had a slightly wet flow.

Overall, it’s just another black ink-nothing about it stands out from all the other black inks out there.

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

Ink Review #1435: Lamy Green

Lamy Green is an ink I’ve been meaning to review for a while so today’s the day! You can find this ink for sale at most retailers including Pen Chalet (aff. link) and Vanness Pens.

The color:

Lamy Green is a medium green that leans toward blue.

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink looks less blue-toned than it does on the previous swab.

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: low shading, tiny pink sheen, and no shimmer.

On Staples 24 lb copy paper there was some feathering and bleeding in all nib sizes.

Comparison Swabs:

Lamy Green leans more blue than Cross Green, it’s closer to Robert Oster Emerald. Click here to see the Lamy inks together, and click here to see the green inks together.

Longer writing:

I used an Esterbrook Estie Oversize Montana Sparkle with a broad nib on a Taroko Enigma notebook. The ink had an average flow.

Overall, it’s a nice basic green but there’s nothing about it that stands out.

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

Ink Review #1434: Ferris Wheel Press Sweet Honeydew

Ferris Wheel Press Sweet Honeydew is from the Spring 2020 collection. You can find this ink for sale at Vanness Pens.

The color:

Sweet Honeydew is a light Honeydew green.

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink shades to grey.

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: low shading, no sheen, and no shimmer.

On Staples 24 lb copy paper there was some feathering and bleeding in all nib sizes.

Comparison Swabs:

Sweet Honeydew is more yellow than Sailor Ink Studio 167 but not quite as yellow as Tono & Lims Shine Muscat. Click here to see the Ferris Wheel Press inks together, and click here to see the green inks together.

Longer writing:

I used a Kaweco Sport Sage with a medium nib on a Taroko Enigma notebook. The ink had a dry flow.

Overall, this color is interesting, but way too light for everyday use. It’s also very dry, so this ink is a no for me.

Disclaimer: 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 #1433: PenBBS 224 Tolstoy

Today’s green ink is PenBBS 224 Tolstoy from PenBBS Season 14. You can find this ink for sale at Vanness Pens.

The color:

Tolstoy is a medium army green.

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink has some nice shading and a little bit of black 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: Medium

Feathering: Low

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: Low

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

On Staples 24 lb copy paper there was some feathering and bleeding in all nib sizes.

Comparison Swabs:

Tolstoy is closest to Vinta Leyte. Click here to see the PenBBS inks together, and click here to see the green inks together.

Longer writing:

I used a Lamy Al-star Charged Green with a broad nib on a Taroko Enigma notebook. The ink had an average flow.

Overall, this is an interesting ink! I love the shading and the color. It’s worth a try!

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