on saleNoodler's Azure - Ink Sample

Product Code IS-N19035

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on saleNoodler's Azure - Ink Sample

Product Code IS-N19035

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$1.95
Size:
2ml Sample

2ml sample of Noodler's Azure blue fountain pen ink, in a labeled plastic vial.

Previously known as Ottoman Azure, renamed as of June 2022.

Condition
New
Brand
Noodler's
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 43 reviews
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Shazena
Love at first sight!

I really did fall in love with this ink on first sight. The blue is gorgeous and sophisticated and almost indescribable. It's so beautiful! I don't know how to describe it, I couldn't really tell you if it's a purple leaning blue or yellow leaning, but it's just so amazing! If I had to use only one blue ink for the rest of my life, it would be this one. I highly recommend you try it! I love using it in a slightly drier pen so that you can see its lighter tones. I bought a full bottle of it!

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Jacob M.
Excellent Color

I've had plenty of time to run this ink through a few different pens, and I really like it. On more absorbent (generally cheaper) papers, it is a very solid medium-dark blue. Not blue-black at all, just a good solid blue. I think it is more attractive than many popular standard blue inks, but does not draw attention to itself. On more resistant papers, this ink shows great depth. Some sheen can be seen on Tomoe River paper, but on Clairefontaine Triomphe, the beauty is in the depth of color. If you like blue, this is a winner whether for everyday and professional use, or as a correspondence ink with character.

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WillB
Great ink

I'm not one for blue, but after sampling this ink I really like it, so I ordered a bottle, the proof of a good product repeated purchases.

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Andrew C.
Rich, yet understated blue.

This was one of my first bottled inks, and I've grown to love it the more pens I put it in. It's a medium-dark cobalt blue with just a hint of teal. On some papers (and with wetter pens) it does tend to feather and bleed a bit, and dry time can be long on smoother papers with wet lines. If you're patient, this is a great daily writing pen, though it isn't all that waterproof. It shades beautifully and the color is, to me, nearly perfect.

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Kay H.
Disappointing

We test with both a glass pen and an italic plumix so we have both a wet representation and a drier one. I got this ink because I was told it had fantastic shading and was a worthy cousin to Ottoman Rose. I want to know what pen they have, because I saw nothing of the sort. It's a rather boring blue regardless of wet or dry, with both being colors I've seen in standard issue ballpoint pens. They're sturdy enough blues, which is why I went ahead and gave this four stars instead of three, but I was looking forward to finally having a blue that I couldn't get at the Dollar Store.

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.