Robert Oster Regular Best Sellers Ink Sample Set
Our selection of our best selling regular/standard edition Robert Oster fountain pen ink samples. Each 2ml sample comes in a labeled plastic vial.
This set of 5 samples includes Blue Water Ice, Caffe Crema, Fire & Ice, River of Fire, and Thunderstorm.
No substitutions. This set was last updated August 22, 2023. Specific sample sets are not packaged separately from other samples ordered.
- Condition
- New
- Brand
- Robert Oster
- Type
- Ink Sample Package Sets
- Color
- Assorted
Customer Reviews
This is a good deal to sample these popular Robert Otter ink colors. So far I have tried Thunderstorm and Caffe Creme. Love both of them. I hope I love the other three just as much.
Love these ink samples: date first before you commit to marriage. This sample set wasn't particularly diverse: only the gold was a standout in the crowd but this selection was about popularity after all. (Teal is apparently a favorite.) I have swatches them and they are lovely inks and so far I'm considering Gold and Thunderstorm for further commitment.
I love this set - it's great to have an understated color in a pen like a dark purple or blue that has a bit more character than a straight-up black, and I'm in love with the Coffee Crema and African Gold shades, they make for great pen and ink sketches.
This is a great set of samples. The colors are stunning!! River of fire ended up being my favorite, but they are all lovely colors. Highly recommend this set.
I am loving this sampling option. Some colors are exactly my thing, some aren't and that's the pure beauty of being able to try them.
FAQs about Ink Sample Package Sets
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.
Can I substitute a color in this set?
We are unable to make substitutions in any of our ink sample sets.
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.