Robert Oster Bass Straight Ink is a new edition in 2018 to the ever-expanding Robert Oster ink collection. Robert Oster produces wonderful ink colors in a wide variety, making any color variation you may like available. There are currently well over 100 ink choices in the Robert Oster ink collection. We are a proud supporter of Robert Oster Signature Inks as well as their Shake ‘N’ Shimmy inks which have shimmer particles added to the color.
Robert Oster Bass Straight ink is a dusty sky blue color. Blue ink is a readily accepted color that can be used at the home, office or for those unique projects, letters and journals. Robert Oster Bass Straight ink is a bit lighter than royal blue, but still shows up well on paper and has a nice soft tone that is appealing and gentle. This blue ink is not vibrant or flashy but is a somewhat muted blue that is quite beautiful. Bass Straight ink has nice saturation with other great characteristics that are common with most Robert Oster ink colors.
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We found the following traits during our review of Robert Oster Bass Straight ink that you may find useful:
Testing Factors
For our review we used a J. Herbin glass dip pen, which has a tip that is similar to a medium-fine fountain pen nib on Rhodia dot pad paper. A different pen and paper may produce different results.
Bottle Size
Bass Straight ink comes in Robert Oster’s standard environmentally safe 50 ml. plastic bottle, with no outer packaging. The bottles are all sealed well and have had no problems with leaking. Each bottle comes with a small white label on top of the ribbed cap which also contains a small ink swatch.
Cost
We import each Robert Oster ink bottle directly from Australia, which makes its US retail price of $17.00 quite reasonable.
Dry Time
We found a fairly normal dry time of 7-8 seconds during our review of Robert Oster Bass Straight ink. Although, there are other colors of Robert Oster ink that have a quicker dry time, 7-8 seconds is pretty standard and definitely reasonable when choosing and everyday ink color.
Bleed Through
There was no bleeding using Rhodia paper during our review of Robert Oster Bass Straight ink.
Feathering
We found no feathering during normal use while testing Robert Oster Bass Straight ink. Even during our water test, we found very little additional feathering.
Water Test
During our review of Robert Oster Bass Straight ink we conducted a water test where we ran a wet cotton swab over a dried ink sample. Our results were very slight line distortion and light color smearing. Overall, Robert Oster Bass Straight ink held up quite well for a non-waterproof ink.
Shading and Sheening
Robert Oster inks are known for their great shading characteristics. Robert Oster Bass Straight ink does not disappoint. There seems to be multiple shades of blue all waiting to come out with color ranging from a darker deep Mediterranean blue to a shallow water or sky blue color as well as shades in between. Like most shading, a lot will depend on your nib size, the user and the wetness or dryness of your pen and writing style. The more ink that is laid down, the more shading can be achieved.
Conclusions about Robert Bass Straight Ink
Robert Oster Bass Straight ink is another nice blue color produced by Robert Oster. This muted dusty sky blue color has nice shading possibilities, dries reasonably fast and is sensibly priced for imported ink. Robert Oster Signature inks in general are safe for fountain pens and clean up well. If you want to try a new blue ink, our guess is that you will not be disappointed in Robert Oster Bass Straight ink. Happy Writing from Australia!
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I love this blue ink and it’s good to know that it doesn’t just wash off with water.
I love Robert Oster inks and I do like unique blues. Bass Straight will definitely become a future purchase.
I’m looking forward to try some Robert Oster inks, a lot of them seems really interesting.
Absolutely love Robert Oster Inks and this would make a great addition to my small ink collection. Thanks for the chance to win it!
I’d love to see a “work ink” review! What inks are fun, but understated enough for professional environments?
I love Robert Oster inks and would love to add this one to my very limited collection. Thanks for the chance.
Aqua blue. I could use this. I love blue ink. My current fave is Iroshizuku Kon peki.
Like always, I’d like to see reviews about old standby inks such as Waterman and Sheaffer.
Amen!
Amen!
This is a nice blue from R.Oster; not too much green, I think.
Another Robert Oster blue ink I need!
Amazing as always by Robert Oster
I’d like to see a review on Lamy Vibrant Pink!
Love that shade of blue, hadn’t heard of the brand but its definitely on my list now.
I love these Robert Oster inks!
This is yet another beautiful RO blue! Too many choices!
that’s a nice blue
It’s Robert Oster. I need it!
This is a nice understated blue without the sparkes, bells, and whistles that afflict so many new inks these days.
Truly, if a color blue exists, Robert Oster makes an ink in that color.
A nice looking blue! I would love to try it!
Lovely ink and a great review.
Definitely must try this color!
A solid ink with a nice range and simple yet effective sheen. To my eyes, it’s mildly cheerful, but not excessively bright or saturated. I bet it would be a good contender for mixing with another ink, being a relatively light shade of blue. I recently mixed a darker blue ink with a bright pink, and it made a simple purple with fair texture, but reduced color range. Do you think Robert Oster inks tend to mix effectively?
On another note, I’m interested in seeing more reviews for ‘nature’ inks with notable texture and color range.
I really like this color! Thanks for the chance to win!
This is a nice aqua colored ink. It reminds me of Diamine Aqua Lagoon but a little darker.
This reminda of of Diamine Aqua Lagoon, but a bit darker
I really really really like this blue – I hope I win, and save $17 from when I inevitably get a bottle! 🙂
This is a gorgeous blue, I’d love to try a Robert Oster ink! Thanks for the giveaway!
I’d like to see reviews of 3 Oyster inks.