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Hi all,

 

I am considering buying a Pelikan M200 Cognac demonstrator that I would like to use with black ink.

 

I have been using Diamine Onyx in other pens. I like this ink so much, but it seems that it could cause staining in a demonstrator (can someone confirm this point?), so I am looking for alternatives.

 

I have read in these forums that Aurora black and J. Herbin Perle Noir seem to be safe... I wonder if there is any difference in 'safeness' between both.

 

 

I found an old post very helpful at this respect, but if any you have any of you have experience with black ink in the Pelikan Cognac I would be very grateful.

 

 

 

Pelikan M200 Cognac, EF + J. Herbin Perle Noire

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I cannot comment about Diamine's ink and any potential for staining. I can vouch that I have had no staining issues with black inks from Aurora, Waterman, or Pelikan. I would deem all 3 of those manufacturers safe for the cognac demonstrator. One good way to help prevent staining is just regular maintenance. I don't like to leave pens inked and unused for prolonged periods as I think this promotes staining, most visibly so in a demonstrator.

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Go with manufacturers' inks, like Pelikan, Parker and Waterman. They are relatively easier to maintain (ie not prone to staining)

 

 

 

 

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I would stick with Pelikan, either their regular black ink or their Edelstein Onyx. These should not cause you any problems, and will be well matched to your pen in terms of flow.

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Pelikan 4001 and Aurora are probably my two suggestions. Sheaffer Skrip (new) is another good black with surprising water-resistance too.

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You are NOT limited to Pelikan inks. My beloved demonstrators get every ink I get my hands on and even if you get a stain, you can get it out. Also, blacks in my experience are the least likely to stain. Use whatever inks you can find and enjoy them all.

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Diamine Onyx and Quartz stick to the sides of the body but will be washable (may look not nice). Noodler's black will be great for a demonstrator as it does not stick to sides and rolls off like mercury!

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