Ink Review #1636: Waterman Absolute Brown

Waterman Absolute Brown was previously known as Waterman Havana Brown. This ink is available in 50ml bottles at most retailers, including Vanness Pens. Thanks to the reader that sent this sample in for review!

The color:

Absolute Brown is a medium hickory brown.

*For my swab cards I use the Col-o-ring by Skylab Letterpress, a medium Pilot Vanishing Point and a Mabie Todd Swan.

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink looks darker where it pooled.

Writing samples:

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

*For my writing samples I use:

• EF, F, M, and B Pilot Vanishing Points

• Vintage Mabie Todd Swan (flex nib)

• Rhodia Goalbook

• Taroko Enigma notebooks (68gsm TR)

• Leuchtturm A5

• Pen & Gear Paper from Walmart

Dry time: 30 seconds

Water resistance: Low

Feathering: None

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: None

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

On 20 lb copy paper there was a bit of feathering and bleeding, mostly in the larger nib sizes.

Comparison Swabs:

Absolute Brown is closest to Diamine Music Bach. Click here to see the brown inks together.

Longer writing:

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

Overall, this is a lovely brown ink. It’s well behaved, a nice color and affordable too!

Disclaimer: This ink sample 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.

Ink Review #1635: Waterman Mysterious Blue

Waterman Mysterious Blue was previously known as Waterman Blue Black. This ink is available in 50ml bottles at most retailers, including Vanness Pens.

The color:

Mysterious Blue is a medium blue with a slight green undertone.

*For my swab cards I use the Col-o-ring by Skylab Letterpress, a medium Pilot Vanishing Point and a Mabie Todd Swan.

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink is absolutely gorgeous-great color, 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.

*For my writing samples I use:

• EF, F, M, and B Pilot Vanishing Points

• Vintage Mabie Todd Swan (flex nib)

• Rhodia Goalbook

• Taroko Enigma notebooks (68gsm TR)

• Leuchtturm A5

• Pen & Gear Paper from Walmart

Dry time: 40 seconds

Water resistance: Medium

Feathering: None

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: None

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

On 20 lb copy paper there was a bit of feathering and bleeding, mostly in the larger nib sizes.

Comparison Swabs:

Mysterious Blue is closest to Birmingham Cerulean. Click here to see the blue inks together.

Longer writing:

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

Overall, this ink is amazing! The color is gorgeous, it has some lovely shading and a bit of sheen. It flows really well and is affordable. I need to get a full bottle of this ink ASAP because it’s amazing, a must-have ink for fountain pen users!

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

Ink Review #1634: Waterman Serenity Blue

Waterman Serenity Blue was previously known as Waterman Florida Blue. This ink is available in 50ml bottles at most retailers, including Vanness Pens.

The color:

Serenity Blue is a classic medium blue.

*For my swab cards I use the Col-o-ring by Skylab Letterpress, a medium Pilot Vanishing Point and a Mabie Todd Swan.

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink shows gorgeous coppery sheen.

Writing samples:

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

*For my writing samples I use:

• EF, F, M, and B Pilot Vanishing Points

• Vintage Mabie Todd Swan (flex nib)

• Rhodia Goalbook

• Taroko Enigma notebooks (68gsm TR)

• Leuchtturm A5

• Pen & Gear Paper from Walmart

Dry time: 20 seconds

Water resistance: Medium

Feathering: None

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: None

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

On 20 lb copy paper there was feathering in all nib sizes and a few dots of bleeding.

Comparison Swabs:

Serenity Blue is close to Octopus Fluids Ultramarinblau. Click here to see the blue inks together.

Longer writing:

I used a Pilot VP Wish with a medium nib on a Taroko Enigma notebook. The ink had an average flow.

Overall, I love this ink! It’s well behaved, a great classic blue, and even has some nice shading and a bit of sheen. At $11.30 per 50ml bottle it’s a fabulous ink for any fountain pen user!

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

Ink Review #1633: Waterman Harmonious Green

Waterman Harmonious Green is a classic ink. Before 2011 it was known as simply Green and then was changed to Harmonious Green. This ink is available in 50ml bottles at most retailers, including Vanness Pens.

The color:

Harmonious Green is a medium green that leans a little toward blue.

*For my swab cards I use the Col-o-ring by Skylab Letterpress, a medium Pilot Vanishing Point and a Mabie Todd Swan.

Swabs:

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

Writing samples:

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

*For my writing samples I use:

• EF, F, M, and B Pilot Vanishing Points

• Vintage Mabie Todd Swan (flex nib)

• Rhodia Goalbook

• Taroko Enigma notebooks (68gsm TR)

• Leuchtturm A5

• Pen & Gear Paper from Walmart

Dry time: 30 seconds

Water resistance: Medium

Feathering: None

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: None

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

On 20 lb copy paper there was feathering in all nib sizes and a few dots of bleeding.

Comparison Swabs:

Harmonious Green is less blue than Diamine Cool Green. Click here to see the green inks together.

Longer writing:

I used a Franklin-Christoph 45 in Kelly Green with a broad nib on a Taroko Enigma notebook. The ink had a wet flow.

Overall, this is an awesome green ink. It does have a wetter flow than the other Waterman inks, but I love wet inks so that doesn’t bother me. It’s a great color, and affordable too!

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

Ink Review #1632: Waterman Inspired Blue

Waterman is a classic fountain pen ink brand, one of those brands that new inks get compared to. I haven’t reviewed most of the Waterman inks yet, so it’s time! We are starting off with Inspired Blue. This ink is available in 50ml bottles at most retailers, including Vanness Pens.

The color:

Inspired Blue is a bright turquoise blue.

*For my swab cards I use the Col-o-ring by Skylab Letterpress, a medium Pilot Vanishing Point and a Mabie Todd Swan.

Swabs:

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

Writing samples:

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

*For my writing samples I use:

• EF, F, M, and B Pilot Vanishing Points

• Vintage Mabie Todd Swan (flex nib)

• Rhodia Goalbook

• Taroko Enigma notebooks (68gsm TR)

• Leuchtturm A5

• Pen & Gear Paper from Walmart

Dry time: 30 seconds

Water resistance: Low

Feathering: None

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: None

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

On 20 lb copy paper there was feathering in all nib sizes and a few dots of bleeding.

Comparison Swabs:

Inspired Blue is closest to Aurora Turquoise. Click here to see the blue inks together.

Longer writing:

I used a Pelikan M600 Turquoise with a broad nib on a Taroko Enigma notebook. The ink had an average flow.

Overall, this is a wonderful turquoise blue, well behaved and pretty. It’s absolutely worth a try.

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

Ink Review #1631: Scribo Blu Cosmico

Scribo is a new-to-me ink brand, so let’s start off the brand with Blue Cosmico. This ink is available in 90ml bottles. You can find this ink for sale at Vanness Pens.

The color:

Blu Cosmico is a midnight blue black.

*For my swab cards I use the Col-o-ring by Skylab Letterpress, a medium Pilot Vanishing Point and a Mabie Todd Swan.

Swabs:

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

Writing samples:

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

*For my writing samples I use:

• EF, F, M, and B Pilot Vanishing Points

• Vintage Mabie Todd Swan (flex nib)

• Rhodia Goalbook

• Taroko Enigma notebooks (68gsm TR)

• Leuchtturm A5

• Pen & Gear Paper from Walmart

Dry time: 40 seconds

Water resistance: Low

Feathering: None

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: None

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

On 20 lb copy paper there was feathering in all nib sizes and a few dots of bleeding.

Comparison Swabs:

Blu Cosmico is closest to Aurora Blue Black. Click here to see the blue black inks together.

Longer writing:

I used a Pilot Vanishing Point Azure with a medium nib on a Taroko Enigma notebook. The ink had a slightly dry flow.

Overall, this is a lovely ink. I wish it had a wetter flow, but other than that it’s well behaved and a great color.

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

Ink Review #1630: 3 Oysters Hangangmul

Today’s blue black ink is 3 Oysters Hangangmul. I purchased my sample of ink from Pen Chalet.

The color:

Hangangmul is a deep blue black.

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink has some pretty deep 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: Medium

Feathering: None

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: None

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

On Staples 24 lb copy paper there was feathering in most nib sizes and a few dots of bleeding.

Comparison Swabs:

Hangangmul is closest to Aurora Blue Black. Click here to see the 3 Oysters inks together, and click here to see the blue black inks together.

Longer writing:

I used a TWSBI Mini Rose Gold with a medium nib on a Taroko Enigma notebook. The ink had a dry flow.

Overall, this is a nice blue black! It’s pretty well behaved and a lovely color too!

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

Ink Review #1629: Kobe 38 Kitanosaka Night Blue

Kobe 38 Kitanosaka Night Blue is from Kobe’s standard collection and is available in 50 ml bottles. You can find this ink for sale at Vanness Pens.

The color:

Kitanosaka is a deep moody blue black.

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink has some pink and green 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: low shading, medium pink and green sheen, and no shimmer.

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

Comparison Swabs:

Kitanosaka is lighter than Diamine 1864 Blue Black. Click here to see the Kobe inks together, and click here to see the blue black inks together.

Longer writing:

I used a Franklin-Christoph 46 Blue Diamondcast with a broad nib on a Taroko Enigma notebook. The ink had a wet flow.

Overall, I really like this ink. It’s well behaved, has a nice wet flow, and I love the pink and green sheen!

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

Ink Review #1628: Van Dieman's Blackened Seas

Van Dieman’s Blackened Seas is from the Midnight series and comes in 30ml bottles. You can find this ink for sale at Vanness Pens.

The color:

Blackened Seas is right in-between blue and blue black.

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink has 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: Low

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: None

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

On Staples 24 lb copy paper there was feathering in all nib sizes but only a few dots of bleeding.

Comparison Swabs:

Blackened Seas is lighter than Rohrer & Klingner Verdigris. Click here to see the Van Dieman’s inks together, and click here to see the blue black inks together.

Longer writing:

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

Overall, this ink is generally well-behaved, but there’s nothing about it that jumps out at me. I could go either way on this one, fine but not great.

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