on saleDiamine Blue Velvet - 2ml Ink Sample

Product Code IS-D2001

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on saleDiamine Blue Velvet - 2ml Ink Sample

Product Code IS-D2001

In Stock

out of stock

$1.87

MSRP $2.50

2ml sample of Diamine Blue Velvet fountain pen ink, in a labeled plastic vial.

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 20 reviews
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Erick T.
In love with Blue Velvet.

This blue is gorgeous and I definitely get the velvet vibe in this color. Bright in the lighter shade and deep rich velvet tone in the darker application.

J
Jim D.
A Reinvigorating Blue

This is the first blue ink I've used in a very very long time. It is also the first blue ink that has made me enthusiastic about writing with blue ink again after so many years. It's like writing with 'blue suede'!!

M
Maggie
Nice washable bright blue

I tried this in my Pilot Metropolitan, right before trying Noodler's Baystate Blue.Before Noodler's, I liked this blue. I still do, but Baystate Blue kinda made this blue seem pale and weak by comparison, and slightly greyish green by comparison, although the web images don't seem to indicate this. Nevertheless, since I am comparing, THIS ink is washable.Still, I liked the ink while I was using it. It dried pretty quickly, and worked well even on cheap paper.

C
Carl H.
Diamine Blue Velvet

The Goulet ink samples are a great way to see what an ink does without having to shell out for a full bottle.With my pen, TWSBI Eco Fine nib, the Blue Velvet ink dried to the color of the darker blue regions of the swatch depicted on the web site. I did not get any of the purple color, which is probably due to my pen and its fine nib. The swatches are accurate. This is ink I could use. I think I might want a darker blue, but that's strictly personal taste. I've got a broad nib coming from Goulet and will re-test.Great products, great service!

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stan
Very nice blue, but not as vibrant as the swatch shows

As you can see from an attached photo of a writing sample made on a 52gsm Tomoe River paper and with a medium Bock nib (yes, it is on a fine side), it is a very nice blue. Very suitable for a professional environment. Offers decent amount of shading. You will not see sheen like that on a swatch. You'll probably need a brush to see it. It is a wet ink that dries pretty fast. I definitely recommend this ink. I docked a star for not showing any sheen.

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.