Ink Review #2725: Diamine Port of Call

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Today’s ink is Diamine Port of Call from the 160th Anniversary collection. You can find this ink for sale at most retailers including Vanness Pens.

The color:

Port of Call is a medium ocean blue.

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

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink has some nice shading.

Writing samples:

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

*For my writing samples I use:

Dry time: 20 seconds

Water resistance: Low

Feathering: None

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: There’s some bleeding in the flex nib and swab on Rhodia, but I think that’s due to a flaw in the paper rather than the ink. I’ve had this happen with most inks on this most recent batch of paper.

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

On 20 lb copy paper the ink had feathering in all nib sizes and some bleeding.

Comparison Swabs:

Port of Call is closest to Robert Oster Frankly Blue. Click here to see the blue inks together.

Longer Writing:

I used a Pilot Custom 74 in Teal with a medium nib on a Taroko Enigma notebook. The ink has an average flow.

Overall, the shading in the longer writing samples is fantastic! I love the color, the flow and the shading. This one is a win for me!

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

Ink Review #2724: Pilot Iroshizuku Rikka

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Today’s ink is Pilot Iroshizuku Rikka. You can find this ink for sale at most retailers including Vanness Pens.

The color:

Rikka is a medium blue that leans green.

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

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink looks less green than it does on the Col-o-ring swab.

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:

Dry time: 20 seconds

Water resistance: Medium

Feathering: None

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: There’s a little bit of bleeding in the flex nib and swab on Rhodia, but I think that’s due to a flaw in the paper rather than the ink. I’ve had this happen with most inks on this most recent batch of paper.

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

On 20 lb copy paper the ink had feathering in all nib sizes and some bleeding.

Comparison Swabs:

Rikka is a little more green than these other blue inks. Click here to see the blue inks together.

Longer Writing:

I used a TWSBI Eco Creme with a fine nib on a Taroko Enigma notebook. The ink has an average flow.

Overall, this ink is fantastic! I tried it and then went out and bought a full bottle. I love how it leans a little green without being a full teal.

Thanks to all my Patrons! I couldn’t do these reviews without you! You can find my Patreon page here.

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

Ink Review #2723: Dominant Industry Atlantis

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Let’s take a look at Dominant Industry Atlantis from the Pearl collection. You can find this ink for sale at most retailers including Vanness Pens.

The color:

Atlantis is a very pale blue that leans a little green.

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

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink looks a little less green than it does on the Col-o-ring swab.

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:

Dry time: 20 seconds

Water resistance: Low

Feathering: None

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: None

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

On 20 lb copy paper the ink had feathering in all nib sizes and some bleeding.

Comparison Swabs:

Atlantis is closest to Ferris Wheel Press Frontenac Blue. Click here to see the blue inks together.

Longer Writing:

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

Overall, while I like the color on the swab, it is way too pale to be easily read. It’s also really dry and could benefit from a drop of White Lightning (ink additive).

Thanks to all my Patrons! I couldn’t do these reviews without you! You can find my Patreon page here.

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

Ink Review #2721: Endless Alchemy Raven Blue

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Today’s ink is Endless Raven Blue from the Alchemy collection. My sample of ink came from Vanness Pens.

The color:

Raven Blue is a deep navy blue, almost a blue black.

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

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink has some medium black 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:

Dry time: 20 seconds

Water resistance: Low

Feathering: None

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: None

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

On 20 lb copy paper the ink had feathering in all nib sizes and some bleeding.

Comparison Swabs:

Raven Blue is closest to Teranishi Guitar Smoky Navy. Click here to see the blue inks together.

Longer Writing:

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

Overall, I really like this ink. It’s well behaved, a lovely color and nice and smooth. When compared to its closest colored ink however, Teranishi Smoky Navy, I prefer Smoky Navy just a little bit more.

Thanks to all my Patrons! I couldn’t do these reviews without you! You can find my Patreon page here.

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

Ink Review #2720: Ferris Wheel Press Tides of Midas

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Let’s take a look at Ferris Wheel Press Tides of Midas from the King Midas collection. My sample of ink came from Vanness Pens.

The color:

Tides of Midas is a deep sapphire blue, almost a purple.

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

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink has lots of gold shimmer.

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:

Dry time: 30 seconds

Water resistance: Low

Feathering: None

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: None

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

On 20 lb copy paper the ink had feathering in all nib sizes and some bleeding.

Comparison Swabs:

Tides of Midas looks more purple than these other blue inks. Click here to see the blue inks together.

Longer Writing:

I used a Waldmann Xetra Vienna with a medium nib on a Taroko Enigma notebook. The ink has an average flow. I really enjoyed this pen/ink combo.

Overall, this is a lovely blue shimmer ink. I like it much better than most Ferris Wheel Press shimmer inks.

Thanks to all my Patrons! I couldn’t do these reviews without you! You can find my Patreon page here.

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

Ink Review #2718: Teranishi Guitar Smoky Navy

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Today’s ink is Teranishi Smoky Navy from the Guitar collection. You can find this ink for sale at most retailers including Vanness Pens. Thanks to the reader who sent this ink in for review!

The color:

Smoky Navy is a deep navy blue, almost a blue black.

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

Swabs:

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

Dry time: 10 seconds

Water resistance: Medium

Feathering: None

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: There’s some bleeding in the flex nib and swab on Rhodia, but I think that’s due to a flaw in the paper rather than the ink. I’ve had this happen with most inks on this most recent batch of paper.

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

On 20 lb copy paper the ink had feathering in all nib sizes and some bleeding.

Comparison Swabs:

Smoky Navy is closest to Endless Alchemy Raven Blue (which I’ll review later this week). Click here to see the blue inks together.

Longer Writing:

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

Overall, this navy blue is fantastic! I love the color, the little bit of shading, and the high sheen that doesn’t smear after drying. I have a full bottle on my wish list!

Thanks to all my Patrons! I couldn’t do these reviews without you! You can find my Patreon page here.

Disclaimer: This product 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 #2701: KWZ Turquoise

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Today’s ink is KWZ Turquoise from the standard collection. You can find this ink for sale at most retailers including Vanness Pens. Thanks to KWZ for sending this ink over for review!

The color:

Turquoise is just that-a bright medium turquoise.

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

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.

*For my writing samples I use:

Dry time: 40 seconds

Water resistance: Medium

Feathering: None

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: None

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

On 20 lb copy paper the ink had feathering in all nib sizes and some bleeding.

Comparison Swabs:

There are a lot of similar inks to KWZ Turquoise, including Private Reserve Infinity Turquoise. Click here to see the blue inks together.

Longer Writing:

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

Overall, turquoise is one of my favorite colors so I love this one. It has a good flow, a little bit of shading, and is a pretty color, perfect for the summer months.

Thanks to all my Patrons! I couldn’t do these reviews without you! You can find my Patreon page here.

Disclaimer: This product was provided by KWZ 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 #2700: KWZ Azure 2

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Let’s take a look at KWZ Azure 2. My sample came from Vanness Pens.

The color:

Azure 2 is a medium ocean blue.

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

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink is darker than it is on the Col-o-ring swab.

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:

Dry time: 40 seconds

Water resistance: Medium

Feathering: None

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: None

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

On 20 lb copy paper the ink had feathering in all nib sizes and some bleeding.

Comparison Swabs:

Azure 2 is a little darker than Color Traveler Blue Black. Click here to see the blue inks together.

Longer Writing:

I used a Kaweco Sport Elite Royalty with a medium nib on a Taroko Enigma notebook. The ink has an average flow.

Overall, this is a lovely color. It has a nice flow, some shading and is at a good price point.

Thanks to all my Patrons! I couldn’t do these reviews without you! You can find my Patreon page here.

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

Ink Review #2699: KWZ Azure 1

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Let’s take a look at KWZ Azure 1. You can find this ink for sale at most retailers including Vanness Pens.

The color:

Azure 1 is right in-between periwinkle and royal blue.

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

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink has just a tiny 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.

*For my writing samples I use:

Dry time: 40 seconds

Water resistance: Medium

Feathering: None

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: None

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

On 20 lb copy paper the ink had feathering in all nib sizes and some bleeding.

Comparison Swabs:

Azure 1 is a little more periwinkle compared to these other royal blue inks. Click here to see the blue inks together.

Longer Writing:

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

Overall, I really like this ink. The color is interesting, it has a nice even flow and it’s affordable.

Thanks to all my Patrons! I couldn’t do these reviews without you! You can find my Patreon page here.

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

Ink Review #2685: Diamine Cosmic Glow

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It’s Day 21 of the Diamine Inkvent 2024 Calendar! We have almost finished the calendar. You can still find the Inkvent Calendar for sale at Cult Pens, along with many others. Thanks to Diamine for sending the Inkvent Calendar over for review!

The color:

Cosmic Glow is a deep blue with a ton of pinkish-red sheen.

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

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper you can see a lot of the sheen. This ink is advertised as extreme 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:

Dry time: 50 seconds

Water resistance: Low

Feathering: None

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: Low

Other properties: no shading, monster pink sheen, and no shimmer.

On 20 lb copy paper the ink had feathering in all nib sizes and some bleeding.

Comparison Swabs:

Cosmic Glow is similar to a lot of other inks including Vinta Tubbatha. Click here to see the blue inks together.

Longer Writing:

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

Overall, I’m kinda over these extreme sheeners. There’s just so many of them out there now, especially the blue with pink sheen combo. It is well behaved though, and I didn’t have any issues with smearing.

Thanks to all my Patrons! I couldn’t do these reviews without you! You can find my Patreon page here.

Disclaimer: This product was provided by Diamine 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.