{"id":9042,"date":"2025-02-20T15:31:32","date_gmt":"2025-02-20T22:31:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/?p=9042"},"modified":"2026-05-20T11:13:49","modified_gmt":"2026-05-20T18:13:49","slug":"fast-drying-fountain-pen-inks-which-ink-dries-the-quickest","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/fast-drying-fountain-pen-inks-which-ink-dries-the-quickest\/","title":{"rendered":"Fast Drying Fountain Pen Inks: Which Ink Dries the Quickest?"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<p>Fountain pen enthusiasts love the smooth, expressive writing experience that comes with using bottled ink, but sometimes, waiting for ink to dry can be a challenge\u2014especially for left-handed writers, note-takers on the go, or anyone who wants to avoid accidental smudging. If you\u2019re looking for reliable, fast-drying f<a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/ink_refills\/fountain_pen_ink\/\">ountain pen ink<\/a>, you\u2019re in the right place! To learn more, read our article about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/expert_advice\/fountain_pen_ink\/best-fast-drying-fountain-pen-inks.html\">the best fast drying fountain pen inks!<\/a><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/gioia_x_dominant_industry_alchemists_elixir_boxed_black-trim-nib.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/gioia_x_dominant_industry_alchemists_elixir_boxed_black-trim-nib-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"inking your fountain pens: fast drying inks\" class=\"wp-image-9061\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/gioia_x_dominant_industry_alchemists_elixir_boxed_black-trim-nib-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/gioia_x_dominant_industry_alchemists_elixir_boxed_black-trim-nib-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/gioia_x_dominant_industry_alchemists_elixir_boxed_black-trim-nib-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/gioia_x_dominant_industry_alchemists_elixir_boxed_black-trim-nib-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/gioia_x_dominant_industry_alchemists_elixir_boxed_black-trim-nib-2048x1024.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/gioia_x_dominant_industry_alchemists_elixir_boxed_black-trim-nib-624x312.jpg 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">What are the best fast drying inks for your fountain pens? (Seen above: Gioia x Dominant Industry Exclusive Log of Elixir Box Set). <\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ink Comparison: Fast Drying Inks<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>In this special ink comparison, we\u2019re putting several popular fast-drying inks to the test to see how they stack up against each other. We\u2019ll evaluate dry times, ink performance, and any unique characteristics that set them apart. Whether you need an ink for quick <a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/pen_type\/best_journaling_pens.html\">journaling<\/a>, office use, or fast-paced writing sessions, this guide is a good place to start. Let\u2019s dive in and see which ink dries the fastest so you can discover your perfect, smudge-free solution!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Lineup: 5 Fast Drying Inks We&#8217;ll Test Today<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/5-fast-drying-inks.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"864\" height=\"432\" src=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/5-fast-drying-inks.jpg\" alt=\"Fast Drying fountain pen inks\" class=\"wp-image-9060\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/5-fast-drying-inks.jpg 864w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/5-fast-drying-inks-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/5-fast-drying-inks-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/5-fast-drying-inks-624x312.jpg 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 864px) 100vw, 864px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Are you ready to meet our fast-drying contenders? For this ink comparison, we\u2019ve selected five highly-rated fast-drying fountain pen inks from different brands. Each of these inks is known for its quick-dry properties, making them ideal choices for writers who need efficiency without sacrificing performance. Here\u2019s a quick introduction to the inks we\u2019ll be testing:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/ink_refills\/fountain_pen_ink\/wearingeul_jung_ji_yong_lit_collection_30ml_fountain_pen_ink.html\">Wearingeul Night Colored in Grape ink <\/a>(standard version)<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/ink_refills\/fountain_pen_ink\/monteverde_color_changing_collection_fountain_pen_inks.html\">Monteverde Color Changing Purple to Yellow ink<\/a><\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>T<a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/ink_refills\/fountain_pen_ink\/taccia_ukiyo-e_fountain_pen_ink.html\">accia Ukiyo-e <\/a>Hokusai Fakakihanada ink<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/ink_refills\/fountain_pen_ink\/pelikan_4001_fountain_pen_ink.html\">Pelikan 4001 Brilliant Red ink<\/a><\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/ink_refills\/fountain_pen_ink\/lamy_bottled_ink_50_ml_fountain_pen_ink.html\">Lamy Green ink<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fast Drying Ink Comparison: The Dry Times<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fast-drying-inks_feb-2025-ink-review_all-5-featured-inks-test-results-scaled.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"874\" src=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fast-drying-inks_feb-2025-ink-review_all-5-featured-inks-test-results-1024x874.jpg\" alt=\"Fast Drying Inks: fountain pen inks that dry fast\" class=\"wp-image-9059\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fast-drying-inks_feb-2025-ink-review_all-5-featured-inks-test-results-1024x874.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fast-drying-inks_feb-2025-ink-review_all-5-featured-inks-test-results-300x256.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fast-drying-inks_feb-2025-ink-review_all-5-featured-inks-test-results-768x656.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fast-drying-inks_feb-2025-ink-review_all-5-featured-inks-test-results-1536x1311.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fast-drying-inks_feb-2025-ink-review_all-5-featured-inks-test-results-2048x1748.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fast-drying-inks_feb-2025-ink-review_all-5-featured-inks-test-results-624x533.jpg 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">What are some good fountain pen inks that dry fast? Check out the dry times for today&#8217;s ink test. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Our team of fast trying fountain pen inks performed pretty well during our Dry Time Test, with the &#8220;slowest&#8221; dry time coming in around 6-7 seconds. Let&#8217;s take a closer look! <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fast-drying-inks-FEB-2025-ink-review-Wearingeul-Grape-Colored-Night-ink-with-dry-test-and-ink-swatch.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" data-id=\"9063\" src=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fast-drying-inks-FEB-2025-ink-review-Wearingeul-Grape-Colored-Night-ink-with-dry-test-and-ink-swatch-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Fast Drying Inks: Wearingeul Grape Covered in Night had the fastest dry time at 4 seconds\" class=\"wp-image-9063\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fast-drying-inks-FEB-2025-ink-review-Wearingeul-Grape-Colored-Night-ink-with-dry-test-and-ink-swatch-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fast-drying-inks-FEB-2025-ink-review-Wearingeul-Grape-Colored-Night-ink-with-dry-test-and-ink-swatch-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fast-drying-inks-FEB-2025-ink-review-Wearingeul-Grape-Colored-Night-ink-with-dry-test-and-ink-swatch-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fast-drying-inks-FEB-2025-ink-review-Wearingeul-Grape-Colored-Night-ink-with-dry-test-and-ink-swatch-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fast-drying-inks-FEB-2025-ink-review-Wearingeul-Grape-Colored-Night-ink-with-dry-test-and-ink-swatch-2048x1024.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fast-drying-inks-FEB-2025-ink-review-Wearingeul-Grape-Colored-Night-ink-with-dry-test-and-ink-swatch-624x312.jpg 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Dry Time approx. 4-5 seconds.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fast-drying-inks-FEB-2025-ink-review-Lamy-Green-ink-swatch-and-dry-time-results.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" data-id=\"9068\" src=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fast-drying-inks-FEB-2025-ink-review-Lamy-Green-ink-swatch-and-dry-time-results-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Fast Drying Inks: Lamy Green ink had a dry time of approx. 5-6 seconds.\" class=\"wp-image-9068\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fast-drying-inks-FEB-2025-ink-review-Lamy-Green-ink-swatch-and-dry-time-results-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fast-drying-inks-FEB-2025-ink-review-Lamy-Green-ink-swatch-and-dry-time-results-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fast-drying-inks-FEB-2025-ink-review-Lamy-Green-ink-swatch-and-dry-time-results-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fast-drying-inks-FEB-2025-ink-review-Lamy-Green-ink-swatch-and-dry-time-results-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fast-drying-inks-FEB-2025-ink-review-Lamy-Green-ink-swatch-and-dry-time-results-2048x1024.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fast-drying-inks-FEB-2025-ink-review-Lamy-Green-ink-swatch-and-dry-time-results-624x312.jpg 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Dry time of approx. 5-6 seconds.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fast-drying-inks-FEB-2025-ink-review-Monteverde-Color-Changing-purple-to-yellow-ink-swatch-and-dry-time-test-results.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" data-id=\"9067\" src=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fast-drying-inks-FEB-2025-ink-review-Monteverde-Color-Changing-purple-to-yellow-ink-swatch-and-dry-time-test-results-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Fast Drying Inks: Monteverde Color Changing Purple to Yellow ink had a dry time of approx. 3-4 seconds.\" class=\"wp-image-9067\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fast-drying-inks-FEB-2025-ink-review-Monteverde-Color-Changing-purple-to-yellow-ink-swatch-and-dry-time-test-results-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fast-drying-inks-FEB-2025-ink-review-Monteverde-Color-Changing-purple-to-yellow-ink-swatch-and-dry-time-test-results-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fast-drying-inks-FEB-2025-ink-review-Monteverde-Color-Changing-purple-to-yellow-ink-swatch-and-dry-time-test-results-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fast-drying-inks-FEB-2025-ink-review-Monteverde-Color-Changing-purple-to-yellow-ink-swatch-and-dry-time-test-results-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fast-drying-inks-FEB-2025-ink-review-Monteverde-Color-Changing-purple-to-yellow-ink-swatch-and-dry-time-test-results-2048x1024.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fast-drying-inks-FEB-2025-ink-review-Monteverde-Color-Changing-purple-to-yellow-ink-swatch-and-dry-time-test-results-624x312.jpg 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Dry time of approx. 3-4 seconds.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fast-drying-inks-FEB-2025-ink-review-Pelikan-4001-Brilliant-red-ink-swatch-and-dry-time.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" data-id=\"9066\" src=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fast-drying-inks-FEB-2025-ink-review-Pelikan-4001-Brilliant-red-ink-swatch-and-dry-time-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Fast Drying Inks: Pelikan 4001 Brilliant Red ink had a dry time of approx. 6-7 seconds\" class=\"wp-image-9066\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fast-drying-inks-FEB-2025-ink-review-Pelikan-4001-Brilliant-red-ink-swatch-and-dry-time-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fast-drying-inks-FEB-2025-ink-review-Pelikan-4001-Brilliant-red-ink-swatch-and-dry-time-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fast-drying-inks-FEB-2025-ink-review-Pelikan-4001-Brilliant-red-ink-swatch-and-dry-time-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fast-drying-inks-FEB-2025-ink-review-Pelikan-4001-Brilliant-red-ink-swatch-and-dry-time-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fast-drying-inks-FEB-2025-ink-review-Pelikan-4001-Brilliant-red-ink-swatch-and-dry-time-2048x1024.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fast-drying-inks-FEB-2025-ink-review-Pelikan-4001-Brilliant-red-ink-swatch-and-dry-time-624x312.jpg 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Dry time of approx. 6-7 seconds<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fast-drying-inks-FEB-2025-ink-review-Taccia-ukiyo-e-Hokusai-ink-dry-time-and-ink-swatch.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" data-id=\"9064\" src=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fast-drying-inks-FEB-2025-ink-review-Taccia-ukiyo-e-Hokusai-ink-dry-time-and-ink-swatch-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Fast Drying Inks: Taccia Ukiyo-e Hokusai Fukakihanada ink had a dry time of approx. 4-5 seconds.\" class=\"wp-image-9064\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fast-drying-inks-FEB-2025-ink-review-Taccia-ukiyo-e-Hokusai-ink-dry-time-and-ink-swatch-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fast-drying-inks-FEB-2025-ink-review-Taccia-ukiyo-e-Hokusai-ink-dry-time-and-ink-swatch-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fast-drying-inks-FEB-2025-ink-review-Taccia-ukiyo-e-Hokusai-ink-dry-time-and-ink-swatch-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fast-drying-inks-FEB-2025-ink-review-Taccia-ukiyo-e-Hokusai-ink-dry-time-and-ink-swatch-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fast-drying-inks-FEB-2025-ink-review-Taccia-ukiyo-e-Hokusai-ink-dry-time-and-ink-swatch-2048x1024.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fast-drying-inks-FEB-2025-ink-review-Taccia-ukiyo-e-Hokusai-ink-dry-time-and-ink-swatch-624x312.jpg 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Dry time of approx. 4-5 seconds<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">But How Do They Respond to Water? <\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Wearingeul Night Colored in Grape ink (standard version): <strong>HIGHLY Water Resistant<\/strong> (at a glance you might even call this ink waterproof)<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Monteverde Color Changing Purple to Yellow ink: <strong>MODERATE Water Resistance. <\/strong>The base ink is quite resistant, but adding the Color Changing solution changes the ink&#8217;s resistance level; it significantly reduces the ink&#8217;s water resistance, and the ink starts to appear muddy from water exposure. <\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Taccia Ukiyo-e Housai Fakakihanada ink: <strong>MODERATE Water Resistance<\/strong><\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Pelikan 4001 Brilliant Red ink: <strong>NOT Water Resistant <\/strong>(in fact, this red ink will practically wash away when exposed to water)<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Lamy Green ink: <strong>LOW Water Resistance<\/strong> <\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other Things to Consider When Searching for a Fast Drying Fountain Pen Ink: <\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>When you&#8217;re on the hunt for a fast drying fountain pen ink, there are a few other things you want to keep in mind so your quest can eventually be successful. <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Kaweco-Frosted-Sport-fountain-pen-with-Dee-Charles-Notebook-Cover-Field-Notes.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"951\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Kaweco-Frosted-Sport-fountain-pen-with-Dee-Charles-Notebook-Cover-Field-Notes-951x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Guide to Paper Sizes: Many people also like to have a notebook cover or a &quot;refillable notebook.&quot;\" class=\"wp-image-8638\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Kaweco-Frosted-Sport-fountain-pen-with-Dee-Charles-Notebook-Cover-Field-Notes-951x1024.jpg 951w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Kaweco-Frosted-Sport-fountain-pen-with-Dee-Charles-Notebook-Cover-Field-Notes-279x300.jpg 279w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Kaweco-Frosted-Sport-fountain-pen-with-Dee-Charles-Notebook-Cover-Field-Notes-768x827.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Kaweco-Frosted-Sport-fountain-pen-with-Dee-Charles-Notebook-Cover-Field-Notes-1427x1536.jpg 1427w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Kaweco-Frosted-Sport-fountain-pen-with-Dee-Charles-Notebook-Cover-Field-Notes-1902x2048.jpg 1902w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Kaweco-Frosted-Sport-fountain-pen-with-Dee-Charles-Notebook-Cover-Field-Notes-624x672.jpg 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 951px) 100vw, 951px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Paper Choice: <\/strong>The paper quality makes a difference. 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So you might have to hunt a bit harder for a specific COLOR that dries quickly. <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other Fast Drying Inks You May Want to Check Out: <\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Here are a number of other fountain pen inks with a reputation for being fast drying that you may want to check out if you&#8217;re on the hunt for an ink that dries quickly. <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><strong>The Fastest of the Fast: <\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Pilot Blue-Black ink is a reliable, permanent blue-black with a fast dry time that works well on most papers. <\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Pelikan 4001 Brilliant Black is a workhorse that dries fast and has minimal bleeding.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Other Inks That Are Typically Considered FAST Drying Inks: <\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Monteverde Green to Pink ink<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Taccia Hokusai-Koiai ink<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Monteverde Deep Blue to Pink ink<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Conklin Vintage Purple ink<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Pilot Iroshizuku Kiri-same ink (a quick drying gray ink)<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Diamine Twilight ink (a teal-black ink)<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/van_diemans_ink\/\">Van Dieman&#8217;s <\/a>Oakwood Brown ink<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Van Dieman&#8217;s Bay of Fires ink<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Pilot Iroshizuku Fuyu-gaki (an orange ink)<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Diamine Tropical Green ink<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/taccia_pens\/\">Taccia<\/a> Fakaka-hanada ink<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Monteverde Blue to Yellow ink<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/kaweco_pens\/\">Kaweco <\/a>Summer Purple ink<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Colorverse #69 Opportunity ink<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/lamy_pens\/\">Lamy<\/a> Ruby ink<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Lamy Beryl ink<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Diamine Pink Glitz ink<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Monteverde Garnet ink<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/pilot_pens\/\">Pilot<\/a> Iroshizuku Kosomosu ink<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/diamine_ink\/\">Diamine<\/a> Safari ink (dark green ink)<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/colorverse\/\">Colorverse<\/a> #34 Tango ink<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/conklin_pens\/\">Conklin<\/a> Antique Turquoise ink<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/caran_dAche_pens\/\">Caran d&#8217;Ache <\/a>Delicate Green ink (vivid bright green ink)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Today&#8217;s Fast Drying Ink Comparison Was Requested By a Reader:<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Today&#8217;s Fast Drying ink comparison was a recent request (from A-L) submitted as a comment on a previously posted ink review, the Ferris Wheel Press Age of Aurum fountain pen ink review. The request was for fast-drying inks that were water resistant &#8211; fingers crossed this was as super helpful as you hoped. <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Shop your fast drying fountain pen inks at PenChalet.com. <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><!-- \/wp:post-content --><\/p>\r\n<div>\r\n<div class=\"floatLeft\" style=\"width: 50%;\"><b>Writing Instruments, Ink &#038; Acc.<\/b><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/pen_accessories\/pen_parts_accessories\/\">Pen Parts<\/a>><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/pen_accessories\/desktop_pen_holders\/\">Buy Desktop Pen Holders<\/a><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/pen_accessories\/fountain_pen_converters\/\">Buy Fountain Pen Converters<\/a><\/p>\r\n<p><b>Pen Brands:<\/b><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/field_notes\/\">Field Notes<\/a><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/porsche_pens\/\">Porsche Design Pen<\/a><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/aston_leather\/\">Aston Leather<\/a><\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<p><!-- \/wp:html --><\/p>\r\n<p><!-- wp:html --><\/p>\r\n<div class=\"floatLeft\" style=\"width: 50%;\"><b>Popular Pens:<\/b><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/fine_pens\/fountain_pens\/conklin_duragraph_fountain_pen.html\">Conklin Duragraph Fountain Pens<\/a><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/fine_pens\/fountain_pens\/pilot_custom_74_fountain_pen.html\">Pilot Custom 74<\/a>><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/fine_pens\/fountain_pens\/noodlers_acrylic_neponset_fountain_pen.html\">Noodlers Neponset Flex Pens<\/a><\/p>\r\n<p><b>Country of Origin:<\/b><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/england_pens\/\">Top English Pen Brands<\/a><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/united_states_america_pens\/\">American Pen Brands<\/a><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/japan_pens\/\">Japanese Pens<\/a><\/p>\r\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Fountain pen enthusiasts love the smooth, expressive writing experience that comes with using bottled ink, but sometimes, waiting for ink to dry can be a challenge\u2014especially for left-handed writers, note-takers on the go, or anyone who wants to avoid accidental smudging. 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