Monthly Archives: July 2025

Ink test sheet for Pilot Iroshizuku Shin-Kai with ink bottle

Pilot Iroshizuku Shin-Kai Ink Review: Deep Sea Blue

Looking for a reliable, refined daily writer with a hint of luxury? Our Pilot Iroshizuku Shin-Kai ink review dives deep (just like the name suggests) into this elegant, ocean-inspired blue fountain pen ink from Japan's renowned Pilot brand. Known for their consistency, craftsmanship, and collector-worthy presentation, the Iroshizuku ink series is a fan favorite, and

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Henry Jekyll and Edward Hyde fountain pen inks from Wearingeul with ink swatches

Wearingeul Jekyll and Hyde Inks Review | Dual Personalities in Ink

“Man is not truly one, but truly two.”— Robert Louis Stevenson, The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde Today, we’re taking a closer look at a literary-inspired ink duo that beautifully captures the dual nature of one of fiction’s most iconic characters. In this ink review, we’ll explore Wearingeul Henry Jekyll ink and

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Monteverde Olivine ink dry time test and one-dip test with writing samples.

Monteverde Olivine Ink Review: A Versatile Olive Green That Holds Its Ground

Looking for a rich, earthy green that brings personality without overwhelming the page? In today’s Monteverde Olivine ink review, we’ll walk you through a hands-on look at one of Monteverde’s standout greens from their Gemstone Collection. With surprisingly strong water resistance, a dark green hue that hints at olive drab, and a reliable flow on

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Side-by-side swatches of Sailor Shikiori vs Iroshizuku blue ink with ink bottles shown

Sailor Shikiori vs Iroshizuku: Blue Ink Comparison

Curious about powerhouse blue inks? Read today's Sailor Shikiori vs Iroshizuku blue ink comparison. This side-by-side ink showdown dives into five gorgeous blues from two of the most iconic Japanese ink collections. Whether you’re eyeing a calm hydrangea hue or a cerulean stunner, today's ink comparison will help you pick your perfect match. Comparing five

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cotton swab ink swatches: cotton swab test during the Wearingeul Paradiso Ink Review tests_Pen Chalet_July 2025

Wearingeul Paradiso Ink Review: Shimmering Light in Dante’s Divine Comedy Fountain Pen Inks

Ready to add a bit of shimmer and symbolism to your fountain pen routine? You're in the right place. Read this week’s Wearingeul Paradiso ink review, and get to know a bright and sparkling entry in the Dante’s Divine Comedy Collection from Korean ink maker Wearingeul. Inspired by Dante’s journey into Paradise, this ink delivers

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