{"id":9191,"date":"2025-04-30T11:21:01","date_gmt":"2025-04-30T18:21:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/?p=9191"},"modified":"2025-04-30T11:21:03","modified_gmt":"2025-04-30T18:21:03","slug":"best-blue-fountain-pen-inks-comparison","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/best-blue-fountain-pen-inks-comparison\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Blue Fountain Pen Inks: Pen Chalet Staff Favorites Side-by-Side"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Looking for the <em>best blue fountain pen inks<\/em>? You\u2019re not alone. After a recent reader comment on one of our weekly ink reviews, we rounded up five standout blues\u2014each one a personal favorite of a different Pen Chalet team member\u2014to put them to the test side-by-side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5 Best Blue Fountain Pen Inks According to Pen Chalet Staff<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-Iroshizuku-Kon-Peki.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-Iroshizuku-Kon-Peki-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Close-up swatches of Dominant Industry Ken Chalet and Pilot Iroshizuku Kon-Peki inks on Rhodia paper\" class=\"wp-image-9194\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-Iroshizuku-Kon-Peki-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-Iroshizuku-Kon-Peki-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-Iroshizuku-Kon-Peki-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-Iroshizuku-Kon-Peki-1536x769.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-Iroshizuku-Kon-Peki-2048x1025.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-Iroshizuku-Kon-Peki-624x312.jpg 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Ken Chalet vs. Kon-Peki\u2014two bold blues with very different personalities.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/ink_refills\/fountain_pen_ink\/dominant_industry_exclusive_ken_chalet_fountain_pen_ink.html\">Dominant Industry Ken Chalet ink<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/category.aspx?keyword=Pilot+Iroshizuku+Kon-Peki+ink\">Pilot Iroshizuku Kon-Peki ink<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/category.aspx?keyword=Sailor+Manyo+Haha+ink\">Sailor Manyo Haha ink<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/category.aspx?keyword=Wearingeul+Moby+Dick+ink\">Wearingeul Moby Dick ink<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/category.aspx?keyword=Pelikan+4001+Royal+Blue+ink\">Pelikan 4001 Royal Blue ink<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Read on for more details about the best blue fountain pen inks, as chosen by Pen Chalet staffers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dominant Industry Ken Chalet (SarahBeth\u2019s Favorite):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-swatches-in-notebook-2-inks-e1746036024980.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"396\" src=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-swatches-in-notebook-2-inks-e1746036024980-1024x396.jpg\" alt=\"Dominant Industry Ken Chalet ink swatch and writing sample on Rhodia paper\" class=\"wp-image-9199\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-swatches-in-notebook-2-inks-e1746036024980-1024x396.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-swatches-in-notebook-2-inks-e1746036024980-300x116.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-swatches-in-notebook-2-inks-e1746036024980-768x297.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-swatches-in-notebook-2-inks-e1746036024980-1536x594.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-swatches-in-notebook-2-inks-e1746036024980-624x241.jpg 624w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-swatches-in-notebook-2-inks-e1746036024980.jpg 1690w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Ken Chalet brings the drama with saturated color and pink sheen\u2014SarahBeth\u2019s top blue ink pick.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A vibrant, saturated blue with a powerful pink sheen, Ken Chalet ink is as bold and expressive as its April Fool\u2019s origin story. It delivers rich color payoff and dazzling personality in every stroke\u2014ideal for statement writers and creative minds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Pilot Iroshizuku Kon-Peki (Ken\u2019s Favorite):<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-Iroshizuku-Kon-Peki_STORY-e1746036157924.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-Iroshizuku-Kon-Peki_STORY-e1746036157924-1024x600.jpg\" alt=\"Pilot Iroshizuku Kon-Peki ink swatch and writing sample on Rhodia paper\" class=\"wp-image-9196\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-Iroshizuku-Kon-Peki_STORY-e1746036157924-1024x600.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-Iroshizuku-Kon-Peki_STORY-e1746036157924-300x176.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-Iroshizuku-Kon-Peki_STORY-e1746036157924-768x450.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-Iroshizuku-Kon-Peki_STORY-e1746036157924-1536x900.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-Iroshizuku-Kon-Peki_STORY-e1746036157924-624x366.jpg 624w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-Iroshizuku-Kon-Peki_STORY-e1746036157924.jpg 1584w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Clean, calm, and consistent\u2014Kon-Peki is Ken\u2019s favorite for everyday writing.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Kon-Peki is a refined, sky-inspired blue that leans toward cerulean with a touch of aqua. Known for its balance, subtle shading, and consistently smooth performance, it\u2019s a staple for writers who value elegance and clarity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Sailor Manyo Haha (Lainey\u2019s Favorite):<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-swatches-Sailor-Manyo-Haha.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-swatches-Sailor-Manyo-Haha-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Sailor Manyo Haha ink swatch and writing sample with color shifting on Rhodia paper\" class=\"wp-image-9198\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-swatches-Sailor-Manyo-Haha-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-swatches-Sailor-Manyo-Haha-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-swatches-Sailor-Manyo-Haha-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-swatches-Sailor-Manyo-Haha-1536x769.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-swatches-Sailor-Manyo-Haha-2048x1025.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-swatches-Sailor-Manyo-Haha-624x312.jpg 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A color-shifting favorite\u2014Manyo Haha\u2019s dreamy hues make it Lainey\u2019s top choice.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Haha is a multi-shading wonder\u2014offering everything from soft cornflower blue to dreamy turquoise with a hint of lavender in the mix. It\u2019s a fluid, expressive ink that feels like color therapy with every letter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Wearingeul Moby Dick (Nate\u2019s Favorite):<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-swatches-Wearingeul-Moby-Dick_.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-swatches-Wearingeul-Moby-Dick_-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Wearingeul Moby Dick ink swatch and writing sample on Rhodia paper\" class=\"wp-image-9197\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-swatches-Wearingeul-Moby-Dick_-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-swatches-Wearingeul-Moby-Dick_-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-swatches-Wearingeul-Moby-Dick_-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-swatches-Wearingeul-Moby-Dick_-1536x769.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-swatches-Wearingeul-Moby-Dick_-2048x1025.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-swatches-Wearingeul-Moby-Dick_-624x312.jpg 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Nate\u2019s pick\u2014Moby Dick captures the deep sea and the heart of a classic.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Moby Dick ink captures the haunting depths of the sea with a moody, desaturated blue that sometimes leans into purple-gray shadows. It\u2019s quietly dramatic and literary\u2014a natural fit for fans of storytelling through ink.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Pelikan 4001 Royal Blue (Ron\u2019s Favorite):<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-Pelikan-4001-Royal-Blue.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-Pelikan-4001-Royal-Blue-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Pelikan 4001 Royal Blue ink swatch and writing sample on Rhodia paper\" class=\"wp-image-9195\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-Pelikan-4001-Royal-Blue-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-Pelikan-4001-Royal-Blue-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-Pelikan-4001-Royal-Blue-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-Pelikan-4001-Royal-Blue-1536x769.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-Pelikan-4001-Royal-Blue-2048x1025.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-Pelikan-4001-Royal-Blue-624x312.jpg 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Ron\u2019s go-to for clean lines and classic blue style\u2014Pelikan 4001 Royal Blue.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A traditional medium blue with reliable flow and fast dry time, Pelikan\u2019s 4001 Royal Blue delivers simplicity and functionality. It\u2019s an understated classic with just a hint of violet under saturation\u2014a workhorse ink perfect for daily writers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Do the Best Blue Fountain Pen Inks <strong>Perform? <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To ensure consistency, all five inks were tested side-by-side in the <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/pen_accessories\/memo_books_notebooks\/rhodia_goalbook_notebook.html\">Rhodia Goalbook<\/a><\/em>, a favorite among fountain pen users. Swatches and writing samples were created using three application methods: a broad paintbrush swatch, a thin cotton swab swatch (to show lighter ink application), and a writing sample done with the J. Herbin spiral glass dip pen (which lays down a line similar to a medium nib). The results? No feathering, no bleed-through\u2014just clean, vibrant performance that brings out each ink\u2019s best properties, from sheen to shading.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why Are Our Picks for the Best Blue Fountain Pen Inks<\/strong>? <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-swatches-some-swatches-up-close.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-swatches-some-swatches-up-close-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Close-up swatches of Sailor Manyo Haha, Wearingeul Moby Dick, and Pelikan 4001 Royal Blue inks on Rhodia paper\" class=\"wp-image-9200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-swatches-some-swatches-up-close-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-swatches-some-swatches-up-close-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-swatches-some-swatches-up-close-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-swatches-some-swatches-up-close-1536x769.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-swatches-some-swatches-up-close-2048x1025.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Favorite-Blues-Ink-Comparison-swatches-some-swatches-up-close-624x312.jpg 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">From whimsical to classic\u2014Manyo Haha, Moby Dick, and Royal Blue show the wide range of what makes a blue ink the best.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Everyone has their own idea of the <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/bottled_fountain_pen_ink\/color\/blue\/\">best blue fountain pen ink<\/a><\/em>, and these choices reflect just that. SarahBeth picked Ken Chalet for its bold sheen and playful backstory. Ken leans into the reliability and grace of Kon-Peki. Lainey fell in love with the color-shifting magic of Manyo Haha. Nate\u2019s drawn to the deep, contemplative nature of Moby Dick. And Ron? He swears by the no-fuss dependability of Pelikan 4001 Royal Blue. Whether you\u2019re into show-stopping shimmer or work-friendly classics, we hope this ink showdown helps you find your own favorite shade of blue. Find your favorite blue inks at PenChalet.com.<\/p>\n\n\n<div>\n<div class=\"floatLeft\" style=\"width: 50%;\"><b>Popular Pens:<\/b><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/fine_pens\/fountain_pens\/monteverde_prima_fountain_pen.html\">Monteverde Prima Series Fountain Pens<\/a><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/fine_pens\/ballpoint_pens\/fisher_space_pen_375_cartridge_bullet_pen.html\">Fisher Bullet Cartridge Pens<\/a><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/fine_pens\/fountain_pens\/pilot_prera_fountain_pen.html\">Pilot Prera Fountain Pens<\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>Country of Origin:<\/b><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/italy_pens\/\">Italian Pens<\/a><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/german_pens\/\">German Pens<\/a><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/austria_pens\/\">Austrian Pen Brands<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- \/wp:post-content --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:html --><\/p>\n<div class=\"floatLeft\" style=\"width: 50%;\"><b>Colors:<\/b><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/fountain_pens\/color\/green\/\">Green Fountain Pens<\/a><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/fountain_pens\/color\/black\/\">Best Black Fountain Pens<\/a><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/fountain_pens\/color\/orange\/\">Best Orange Fountain Pens<\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>Other Resources:<\/b><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/pen_type\/top_rated_fountain_pens.html\">Best Rated Fountain Pens<\/a><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/pen_type\/best_starter_fountain_pens.html\">Best Starter Fountain Pens<\/a><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/pen_type\/large_barrel_fountain_pens.html\">Big Barrel Fountain Pens<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Looking for the best blue fountain pen inks? You\u2019re not alone. After a recent reader comment on one of our weekly ink reviews, we rounded up five standout blues\u2014each one a personal favorite of a different Pen Chalet team member\u2014to put them to the test side-by-side. 5 Best Blue Fountain Pen Inks According to Pen<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penchalet.com\/blog\/best-blue-fountain-pen-inks-comparison\/\">Read More<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":9193,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[64,567],"tags":[790,1290,66,129,26,38,4,1162],"class_list":["post-9191","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-fountain-pen-ink","category-fountain-pen-ink-reviews","tag-blue-ink","tag-dominant-industry","tag-fountain-pen-ink-2","tag-ink-review","tag-pelikan","tag-pilot","tag-sailor","tag-wearingeul"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.3 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\r\n<title>Best Blue Fountain Pen Inks: Pen Chalet Staff Favorites Side-by-Side - Pen Chalet<\/title>\r\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Discover the best blue fountain pen inks. 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