Diamine Eclipse - Ink Sample
2ml sample of Diamine Eclipse fountain pen ink, in a labeled plastic vial.
- Condition
- New
- Brand
- Diamine
- Type
- Ink Samples
- Color
- Purple
- 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
I have had problems with this ink feathering and bleeding on many different papers. I can only recommend for high-grade papers such as Maruman, Tomoe River, Rhodia and other smooth surfaces. "Toothier" papers, even premium inkjet, will feather and possibly bleed if the paper is not very thick.Having said that, if you are using this on the right paper, it's gorgeous. Also fun to water it down a bit, as it becomes more purple when diluted!
I used this ink in a Monteverde Regatta Sport with a Fine nib on Midori Travelers Notebook paper. It performs well, comes out dry, doesn't smear, has no ghosting or feathering, and gives a very dark and saturated fine line. I have used several flashlights over this and cannot see any purple at all. It just looks black on the page. I didn't take any stars away from my rating because of that since the ink performs well on the paper (better than wetter inks I've used). It's just no different than a black ink with the pen/paper combo I'm using so I'm not likely to purchase more.
Although it has a cool name and the idea of a violet-black ink is intriguing, Eclipse disappointed me for two reasons. First, it is very dark indeed, which can be a nice feature if you need an ink that will fly under the radar of Very Serious People at Work, but while I love deep, dark inks like Diamine Oxford Blue, I'm not very interested in colors that can't easily be distinguished from black unless you examine them closely under a bright light. Second, this is a very dry ink (I think it's the driest Diamine I've encountered) to the point that it makes my writing feel a bit draggy. It might be interesting with a very broad or flex nib (which I haven't tried yet) because it does show some significant shading on ink-resistant paper, but for a dark gray-violet I would instead recommend checking out Diamine Damson, which is more visibly colorful (while still being subdued) and has a wetter flow so it writes more smoothly.
An instant favorite. This may have purple, but this is for anyone IMO. It's like writing with a soft or even gentle black without being light on the darkness... But there's more... The deep purple brings life to the black with a relaxing yet awakening hue that is intriguing and assuring.Not the wettest ink so, but it does have excellent consistency IMO.
It is a very dark grey with a little bit of purple to itVery interesting colour
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.