Pilot Namiki Black - 60ml Bottled Ink
60ml bottle of Pilot Namiki Black fountain pen ink.
- Condition
- New
- Brand
- Pilot
- Type
- Bottled Ink
- Color
- Black
- Bottle Material
- Glass
- Bottle Opening Diameter
- 20.2mm (0.80in)
- 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
- 60ml
- 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
I like this ink a lot. I believe it is the same as the black that comes in the Pilot cartridges. If there's a difference, I haven't noticed. I like it for everyday use where water cleanup is desirable, and I also enjoy drawing with it and then 'melting parts of the drawing with a water brush. The bottle is very cool, and the plastic cone insert makes it possible to get all of the ink out of the bottom.
What is there to say, really? This is the perfect black ink. Warm charcoal, a fine grey in the lighter parts of strokes. Dark and easily legible. Extraordinarily professional. Nice wetness, dries quick, and highlights beautifully (no alarming smearing like with some average pens). The paragon of fountain pen inks.
This was my first bottle of Namiki ink. I have other brands of black ink but this is a rich color and it works well in a fine nib and would be a great addition to anyone's ink collection. I think you will not be disappointed.
Truly satisfied customer, I really appreciate the attention to detail that is reflected in all of the clear correspondence throughout the transaction that makes Goulet Pens a confident shopping choice. I'd also like to add that the pencast is a true delight. Extremely informative as well as warm & entertaining.Keep up the great work, placing my next purchase order as soon as I finish this review.
This is a great workhorse ink, has good flow in every pen I put in and worked well in any paper I used the ink in, has a small amount of shading that I find gives a much needed personality to a otherwise "boring" black ink.Great ink
FAQs about Bottled Ink
Which pens can accept this ink?
Any of these fountain pens will work with bottled ink. Typically, as long as the pen can be filled with a converter, has a built-in filling mechanism like a piston, or can be eyedropper-filled, it can accept bottled ink.
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.
My ink smells funny, is it safe to use?
Generally yes! Ink does not smell good- it usually has a chemical smell, along with other scents such as sulfur, rubber, chemicals or even paint. However, as long as you’re not seeing anything floating in the ink, it should be safe to use.
It’s cold and my ink froze; is it safe to use?
Yes, frozen ink will not hurt your pen (after it’s thawed of course!) The issue with ink freezing is primarily a concern because certain glass bottles could break as the water-based ink expands, and then you’d have a mess!
What is your return policy for bottled ink?
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.