on saleDiamine Polar Glow - Ink Sample

Product Code IS-D-DIA2013

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on saleDiamine Polar Glow - Ink Sample

Product Code IS-D-DIA2013

In Stock

out of stock

$2.25

2ml sample of Diamine Polar Glow fountain pen ink, in a labeled plastic vial.

Initially launched as part of the 2019 Diamine InkVent calendar and now a part of the regular Diamine Blue Edition collection, this blue fountain pen ink features a red sheen. Works best with broader nibs on high quality paper to really see the sheen.

Condition
New
Brand
Diamine
Type
Ink Samples
Color
Blue
Fast Drying
No
Fluorescent
No
Shimmer

Whether or not the ink contains glittery particles.

No
Freeze Resistant

Whether or not an ink is specially formulated to better withstand freezing temperatures.

No
Volume
2ml
Iron Gall

Ink made from iron salts and tannic acids. Though quite permanent and waterproof, these inks are typically known for causing chemical corrosion to metal pen parts (especially the nib) and should be used sparingly or with less-valuable pens.

No
Lubricated

Whether or not an ink is specially formulated to increase flow in your pen.

No
Pigmented

Whether or not the ink contains finely-ground solid particles in liquid suspension.

No
Scented
No
Water Resistant

Whether or not the ink, once dried on the paper, will resist being washed away with water.

No

Customer Reviews

Based on 30 reviews
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Echo
Very Similar to Nitrogen (Organics Studio)

This is a beautiful ink with a strong shimmer. The pigment and sheen appear similar to Organics Studio's Nitrogen, though more concentrated, as the color seems almost a black and she sheen is possibly more lustrous than Nitrogen. It flows well in my experience with no noticeable feathering and minimal bleedthrough on standard supermarket notebook paper.

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G.V.
Chameleon Ink

Very nice shade of blue with a beautiful red sheen. I initially though it would be something similar to Diamine Ruby Blues (which I love), but it appeared to be different shade of blue. The red sheen really pops up from a specific angle. Great color.

A
Anonymous
Nice high sheen, easy to clean

Nice high sheen, easy to clean

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Nicole
Pretty, but not for me

This is a nice ink. It sheens but not to the degree that I thought it would, and it takes a long (*long*) time to dry. That said, it is a striking deep blue, and if you're someone who writes with a broad or double broad nib on like, exclusively Tomoe River paper all the time, you'll probably love it. Glad I tried it but won't repurchase. It behaves fairly nicely in my medium nib Lamy Safari, although it is sometimes prone to hard starting.

M
M. W.
Okay, so... this is my new favorite blue

This is jaw-dropping! The red sheen shows so nicely, even in a western fine! I can't stop writing with this ink - it would be a good alternative to OS Nitrogen and is very well behaved. Going to have to order a bottle soon!

FAQ about Ink Samples

How do I fill my fountain pen from an ink sample vial? 8EDA1617-F73A-4DAF-8245-6D2BF4ABEB7B

It depends on the fountain pen's filling mechanism.

Check out our blog post on How to Fill a Fountain Pen from an Ink Sample Vial.

How much writing can I do with 2ml of ink? 8EDA1617-F73A-4DAF-8245-6D2BF4ABEB7B

It really depends on how big or small you write, and the nib size you’re using. We find that usually you can get 2 good fills for a typical converter with our Ink samples, or one good fill with a piston-filling pen. How much writing depends on you more than anything else, so we recommend experimenting with different nib sizes to find what works best for you. 

What is shading, sheening, or shimmering ink? 8EDA1617-F73A-4DAF-8245-6D2BF4ABEB7B

Shading - A common (and often desired) result of a fountain pen ink pooling in certain parts of a letter when writing, so that the color and saturation of the ink appears different within a single letter or word. This characteristic cannot be achieved with ballpoint or rollerball pens and is a very appealing aspect of fountain pen use for those particularly drawn to all the pretty ink colors.

Sheen - Characteristic of a fountain pen ink where when ink pools another color can be seen on top of the ink, especially when looked at in different light angles using certain paper types. There is no way to guarantee an ink will sheen, but using a larger nib on a pen will help obtain sheening results in your writing.

Shimmering - Fountain pen ink that has small particles of glitter mixed in.

Is shimmering ink safe to use in fountain pens? 8EDA1617-F73A-4DAF-8245-6D2BF4ABEB7B

Yes! Shimmering ink is a great way to add some flare to your writing. We have found that a larger nib will showcase more shimmering particles while writing, but you can use any nib size and shimmering ink. All the ink we sell is safe for use in fountain pens.

You can learn more in our blog: How to Write with Shimmering Ink.

What's your return policy for ink samples? 8EDA1617-F73A-4DAF-8245-6D2BF4ABEB7B

We do not accept returns for ink that has been used. Otherwise, we accept returns on unused ink products for up to 30 days from purchase. You can read all our Return Policies here.

To initiate a return, please submit a request at the Return Portal. Our Customer Care team might reach out to you for more information.