Diamine Flamingo Pink - Ink Sample
2ml sample of Diamine Flamingo Pink fountain pen ink, in a labeled plastic vial.
- Condition
- New
- Brand
- Diamine
- Type
- Ink Samples
- Color
- Pink
- 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
While I like the ink, I would say it's not my favorite pink I've tested. It writes a little lighter than expected and the color leans to a bit more coral than I wanted. However it flows well in the pen and has an OK dry time. In the photo I have a Traveler's Notebook on the left and Clairefontaine on the right. (I only checked smearing at 5 seconds for each, as seen, and these were the two papers where it smeared the least. It also had very little bleed through to the other side of the paper (I also tested on the Goulet notebook with Tomoe paper, Rhodia and Mnemosyne and there was little bleed thru to the other side on those as well but the smearing at 5 seconds was more.)
I got this as a random sample and if I didn't I don't think I would have ever tried this color. I really like it as it isn't just a straight pink. It has a hint of red and I really like it. Also my first Diamine experience and if they all write the same I will definitely buy more of this brand. I highly recommend this ink and color.
This color can NOT decide what it wants to be: bright pink at first, but as it ages in the pen (quickly), it turns more salmon, then an orangey-red. Such a fun color! Great in my flex nibs; lots of good shading.
This is the kind of pink that is a little on the peachy side. It is great for drawing. I don't see a lot of shading but the color is light and I have it in a fine tipped Preppy pen.
I am coming to love Diamine ink. This was smooth and a good, flowing, ink. But, it was a bit more bright for me. The color seemed to fragile and not as deep as I was wanting. Still, the quality was excellent.
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.