Platinum Classic Forest Black - Ink Sample
A 2ml sample of Platinum Classic Forest Black iron gall fountain pen ink, in a labeled plastic vial. Our swab pictured here was scanned after 24 hours.
- Condition
- New
- Brand
- Platinum
- Type
- Ink Samples
- Color
- Green
- 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.
- Yes
- 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.
- Yes
Customer Reviews
It is perfect for landscape sketching, the first color upon application is a beautiful natural green then it turns dark black-green. Quick drying, waterproof and beautiful complex color. I love it and re ordered !
I have a short list of qualities I look for in an ink: 1- waterproof. Ink is INK, it shouldn't wash off. 2- Dries quickly. This varies with type of paper, but by the time I get to the end of a line, the beginning of the line should be smear proof. 3- Tight line -- no spreading. I want an EF line from an EF nib. Many inks give a fatter F or M line even from an EF. Platinum Classic Forest Black is a rich, dark green that checks all the boxes. BONUS: it gives some nice shading. NOTE: Pen, feed, and paper variables will affect your results. I'm usung Miliko 100gsm journal paper.
I bought this and the Lavender Black after reading up on inks that would work well on cheap paper - I use a cheap notebook at work for taking orders and this ink has performed best for that purpose out of over 10 samples I tried - minimal bleeding, no feathering, and dries quickly enough for me to turn the page when I need to. I love the olive-toned forest color as well! Will definitely be purchasing a full bottle.
Love this ink I can't wait to purchase a full bottle after trying the sample it's a lovely warm forest green
This ink is so lovely. I have it inked in a Kaweco Sport with a fine nib. It is the perfect shade of green for my Hobonichi Weeks. Already purchased a full bottle:)
FAQ about Ink Samples
How do I fill my fountain pen from an ink sample vial?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.