-European and American ink brands
Selected European and American Fountain Pen Inks: Brand Introduction, Features, and Buying Guide
Collect European and American classics and topic inks:diamine,Herbin,Ferris Wheel Press,Rohrer & Klingner,KWZ,de Atramentis,Monteverde,Organics Studio,Feather Paper,Private Reserve,Robert Oster and so on.
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Overview of European and American ink brands
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Diamine (English)
With a long history and a huge range of colors, the limited edition glitter series is very popular.
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Herbin (French)
A classic French brand with elegant colors and a pearlescent series.
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Ferris Wheel Press (Canada)
Visual packaging and theme colors make it look good in photos and a great gift.
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Rohrer & Klingner (Germany)
Stable performance on paper and well-known Salix/Scabiosa Iron gall ink.
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KWZ (wave)
Unique colors and hand-made styles, some special scent series.
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de Atramentis (Germany)
The themes are diverse, the customization is high, and scented inks are also popular.
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Monteverde (US)
It has a full range of practical colors, is affordable, and is easy to use for daily use.
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Organics Studio (US)
High-flash/high-contrast topics, such as Walden, Nitrogen, etc.
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Papier Plume (US)
Niche color combinations and city theme colors are often out of stock.
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Private Reserve (US)
Classic American dye ink with high saturation.
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Robert Oster (Australia)
The color matching of natural scenery is detailed and photo-friendly.
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How to choose European and American ink? Three directions
- Classic and stable: Herbin, R&K, Private Reserve → No need to be picky about paper for daily records.
- Special effects and photography: Diamine, Ferris Wheel Press, Organics Studio → High flash/high contrast.
- personalise: KWZ, Papier Plume, Robert Oster → Unique hue and distinct layers.
Comparison of ink types (common in Europe and the United States)
| 類型 | Representative | Feature | clean |
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| dye | Diamine / Herbin / R&K | Stable and easy to wash, wide color gamut | easily |
| Iron Gall | R&K Salix/Scabiosa | Good water resistance and calm color tone | medium |
| Glitter/High Shimmer | Diamine / FWP / Organics | Gorgeous visuals and social topics | More frequent |
Cleaning recommendations: Please follow Brush Washing Guide Periodic maintenance.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Beautiful in photos but suitable for everyday use?
High-shimmer/high-contrast inks are visually outstanding but may bleed through thinner paper. For daily use, stable options include Herbin, R&K, and Private Reserve.
What should I pay attention to when using iron gall ink?
Avoid leaving the pen untouched for long periods of time and rinse regularly; if using a transparent demonstration pen, cleaning it will allow for easier observation.
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