INK SWAB: 132/365 – Rohrer & Klingner Scabiosa

Posted on May 12, 2015 by Christine (Pentulant)

Scabiosa from Rohrer & Klingner is such a popular ink. I’ve never written with it, but should change that soon.

If we’re being totally honest here, the name is a bit of a turn-off. Right?

INK SWAB: 128/365 – Diamine Bilberry

Posted on May 8, 2015 by Christine (Pentulant)

Lots of people talk about Diamine Bilberry. I don’t know why I’ve not had it in a pen yet (so many inks, so little time!). I plan to rectify that situation as soon as possible. Stay tuned!

Is this purple? Is it blue? Does it matter? Here’s a link in case you’re curious about what a bilberry is. Have you ever tasted one?

INK SWAB: 118/365 – Sailor Kobe Tamon Purple Gray #32

Posted on April 28, 2015 by Christine (Pentulant)

Those of you who follow me on Instagram know how much I love Lamy Safari fountain pens. Desk of Lori recently posted about her experience with a fake Safari that she bought on Amazon from the third party seller. Buyer beware. Please.

INK SWAB: 113/365 – J Herbin Violette Pensee

Posted on April 23, 2015 by Christine (Pentulant)

I find Violette Pensee to have a little bit of a milkiness to the color. I have no idea what makes that happen. The ink performs well and I do like the color – check out my original review of it right here.

INK SWAB: 109/365 – Platinum Mix-Free Silky Purple

Posted on April 19, 2015 by Christine (Pentulant)

I’ve not written with Silky Purple, but the swab reminds me of J Herbin Rose Cyclamen. The bonus is that this ink is completely mixable (mix free, get it?) with others in the Platinum Mix-Free line.

INK SWAB: 105/365 – Sheaffer Purple

Posted on April 15, 2015 by Christine (Pentulant)

Purple from Sheaffer is a nice, bright, cheery shade of ink. I prefer a deeper shade of purple, but for those looking for this color, Sheaffer is a good, reliable brand.