How quickly does this ink dry? Also have you had any problems with it clogging the pen?
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I don't pay attention to drying time because it varies with the paper type. As far as clogging the pen, I never had that problem but then I did not use it for too long because of the feathering and bleed through. I also was not too pleased with the color which seemed rather dead and washed out.
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The ink dries within acceptable time. Now a days we are used to ball ball pens where the ink dries instantaneously. Ink does dry more slowly. No after many years years using Montblanck ink I never had a problem. Please remember to flush your pen with water before refilling.
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I use this primarily for dip pen writing, but have used it in my fountain pens. It is a rather thick ink and has clogged a pen before, but I had left in in and stored it upside down. With a few good shakes it will generally come loose. As for dryness, it dries fairly quickly. But like all inks, you must be careful. But even when I get globs of it from dip pen screw ups, I can accidentally touch it with no smears or accidents.
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I typically use it in a Montblanc fountain pen with a fine nib. This means there is less ink transferring to the paper than with a broad or thick line nib, reducing the potential for smearing before the ink can dry. I have never had a problem with it smearing. It drys fast. I have also never had a problem with the ink clogging the nib. I may fill it three or four times before perfromaing a very thorough cleaning of the nib. I like the ink very much.
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iron Call midnight blue is my favorite Ink, and I don't flush very often, bbut I have not run into any problems with clogging,, either on my Mont Blanc's or other pens. I am a rightie, and smearing is not a problem, but I could smear the ink if I wanted to.
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I use this primarily for dip pen writing, but have used it in my fountain pens. It is a rather thick ink and has clogged a pen before, but I had left in in and stored it upside down. With a few good shakes it will generally come loose.As for dryness, it dries fairly quickly. But like all inks, you must be careful.But even when I get globs of it from dip pen screw ups, I can accidentally touch it with no smears or accidents.
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Agreed. The ink runs out incredibly fast! I feel like after 10-20pg the quality starts waning and it only gets worse until I need to buy more ink, yet again.
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Well I've had mine for a few months now and I haven't had a problem with drying. I think the packaging says they can be left uncapped for something around 18 hours without drying out. They are really great pens.
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HI Warren,I own two of these pens and I have not had any issues with them drying out. What I suggest you do is dip the tip in some water and see if the ink will start flowing again. I'm not sure if the climate you live in might also be affecting your pen. I live in Hawaii so the humidity is consistent year round. I hope this helps.
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Yes, gel ink need drying time of a couple seconds. I use a spare paper to dab it just a bit, plus I keep the spare paper under my drawing hand to avoid smears that may happen anyway. Fan with a piece of paper to speed up drying, a couple seconds or even a min on the metallic ones. I still LOVE Them and it's worth the extra effort.
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Yes, it is. But only the problem I am facing is, ink will dry soon and that messes with the printer as well.
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It depends slightly on the type of paper - it can be slow on paper with a slight gloss, but I'd say it generally dries pretty quickly, within 2-3 seconds. It certainly dries just as fast or faster than any other fountain pen.
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Hello Robert--I have had the stamper for only a couple of months, but so far it is working OK. The ink has been sharp and dark every time. I use it to add my return address to envelopes. The rubber surface with the letters on it sticks in the down position, though. I bang it on the table top to break it free.
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It is extra fine and I would recxend for all art drawing although the ink I have been using is not water proof which Makes it difficult to add color over on top of it. Not a problem that can't be overcome with waterproof ink. It is not like a micron pen as you do have to let the ink dry. It can smudge when first added to paper. The cartridges are small but I have been using up some I had on hand so can't tell you how the converter works yet. Of all the fountain or drawing pens I have this is the one I have with me all the time.
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I've used it with Montblanc Mystery Black ink and that worked really well. I've also used Private Reserve, Noodler's, Parker Quink, and J. Herbin. They all seemed to work pretty well. The J. Herbin ink was a little too wet, the Noodler's ink (Blue) was a great ink and I enjoyed the Private Reserve and Parker ink equally as well. Lamy also makes ink. I haven't used them myself but I've heard good things about them.
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No, the ink does NOT clump....but IT DOES RUN OUT ( empties) kind of quick.but Stylist is nice & small...works great on tiny letters
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I haven't had that problem. I have an Epson printer...inks don't run even when wet on paper.
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I have written on wet paper and have rubbed it with a wet sponge. The ink stayed and wrote well. The paper gave out before the writing did.
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These pens generally work well. However, like most pens the tip can get clogged if I use a pen over some surfaces or media. I'm a mixed media artist, so sometimes I "draw" over acrylic or gesso or paper. Sometimes in those instances, I get a blob. However, it is due to the way I use them--not a problem with the pen itself. I have not had any problems with these pens leaking at all. They are top quality. And they only clog or make a blob because I use them on mixed media surfaces. I have had problems with "cheaper" pens clogging or leaking but haven't had that problem with these. Hope that helps.
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Clogging has never been an issue with Noodler's Ghost ink (or any of the many other Noodler's inks that I have used). I LOVE this product and think it's brilliant! Bulletproof, invisible, fun and easy to clean out of a pen. Even if the ink dries up in the pen, a soaking in warm water will have you back in writing business in no time! Enjoy this product and happy writing!
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I understand your concern with the leakage issue as I've had that occur in the past with another vendor. However, I did not experience leakage with this ink cartridge. I hope you have a positive experience too with this seller.
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Mine has always worked great. I don't press down hard, but I never get extra ink. Can't speak for them all but so far so good on this one.