Ink Review #1551: Kaweco Smokey Grey

Kaweco Smokey Grey is from Kaweco’s standard lineup. You can find this ink for sale at Vanness Pens.

The Color:

Smokey Grey is a medium grey with some shading.

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink has more depth to it.

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 Staples 24 lb copy paper there was quite a bit of feathering but not much bleeding.

Comparison Swabs:

Smokey Grey is a little lighter than Aurora Grey. Click here to see the Kaweco inks together, and click here to see the grey inks together.

Longer writing:

I used a Sailor Pro Gear Lighthouse with a broad nib on a Taroko Enigma notebook. The ink had an average flow.

Overall, this is a lovely grey ink. it’s pretty well behaved and a nice neutral grey as well.

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

Ink Review #1446: Kaweco Highlighter Yellow

Kaweco Highlighter Yellow is from Kaweco’s standard lineup, but it’s only available in cartridges. You can find this ink for sale at most retailers including Vanness Pens.

The color:

Highlighter Yellow is a fluorescent yellow.

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink looks very 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: 20 seconds

Water resistance: Low

Feathering: None

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: Low

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

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

Comparison Swabs:

Highlighter Yellow is darker than Thornton’s Highlighter Yellow but lighter than Tono & Lims Charge. Click here to see the Kaweco inks together, and click here to see the black inks together.

Longer writing:

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

Overall, I don’t like this ink. It’s way too bright, even for a highlighter. It also only comes in cartridges, which I don’t love. It’s just 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 #1445: Kaweco Pearl Black

Kaweco Pearl Black is 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:

Pearl Black is a basic black with a little black sheen.

Swabs:

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

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: no shading, low black sheen, and no shimmer.

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

Comparison Swabs:

Pearl Black is closest to Lamy Black. Click here to see the Kaweco inks together, and click here to see the black inks together.

Longer writing:

I used a Visconti Homo Sapiens Bronze Age with a medium nib on a Taroko Enigma notebook. The ink had an average flow.

Overall, it’s a nice basic black ink with a little bit of sheen. It’s affordable too!

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 #1444: Kaweco Midnight Blue

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

The color:

Midnight Blue is a medium blue black.

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: 10 seconds

Water resistance: Medium

Feathering: Low

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: Low

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

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

Comparison Swabs:

Midnight Blue is closest to Sailor Nano Souboku. Click here to see the Kaweco inks together, and click here to see the blue black inks together.

Longer writing:

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

Overall, this is a lovely blue-black ink with some shading and a tiny bit of sheen in large swabs. It’s a great color for the office.

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 #1443: Kaweco Royal Blue

Kaweco Royal Blue is 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:

Royal Blue is a classic royal blue, no surprises there.

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink has some nice 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, high copper sheen, and no shimmer.

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

Comparison Swabs:

Royal Blue is closest to Diamine Festive Cheer. Click here to see the Kaweco inks together, and click here to see the blue inks together.

Longer writing:

I used a Sailor Pro Gear Lighthouse with a broad nib on a Taroko Enigma notebook. The ink had an average flow.

Overall, I really enjoyed this blue. It’s got medium shading with high sheen at a low price point.

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 #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 #1429: Kaweco Palm Green

Kaweco Palm Green is from Kaweco’s standard lineup. You can find this ink for sale at most retailers including Vanness Pens.

The color:

Palm Green is a bright grass green.

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink has 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: 10 seconds

Water resistance: Medium

Feathering: Low

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: Low

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

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

Comparison Swabs:

Palm Green is similar to Monteverde Yosemite Green. Click here to see the Kaweco inks together, and click here to see the green inks together.

Longer writing:

I used a Franklin-Christoph 46 Diamondcast Green with a broad nib on a Taroko Enigma notebook. The ink had a dry flow and really struggled to keep up with the broad nib. I had to prime the nib to finish out the last paragraph.

Overall, the color is nice and it dries quickly, but it’s too dry for me. It could benefit from a drop of ink additive.

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 #1354: Kaweco Summer Purple

I really enjoyed the two Kaweco inks I’ve reviewed so far but I tend to forget that I’ve never reviewed the rest of them, so let’s look at Kaweco Summer Purple. You can find this ink for sale at most retailers including Vanness Pens.

The color:

Summer Purple is a medium eggplant purple.

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink has just a tiny bit of gold 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: 10 seconds

Water resistance: Medium

Feathering: Low

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: Low.

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

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

Comparison Swabs:

Summer Purple is closest to Diamine Purple Dream and KWZ Berry, but is less saturated than both of them. Click here to see the Kaweco inks together, and click here to see the purple inks together.

Longer writing:

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

Overall, I would call this an average ink-a little feathering and bleeding on some papers and an average flow. It does dry in a quick 10 seconds which is nice. I’m glad I tried it but I don’t like it enough to need a full bottle.

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