J. Herbin Rouge Hematite

[mhphoto]

Definitely one of my favorite inks. :notworthy1: I really hope they continue on with the production of it as a regular part of their lineup.

 

My favorite aspect of the ink, aside from the lusciously deep color, is the gold sheen it displays when dry. I've discussed it before here, and I've also discussed a cheaper, similarly colored (and golden) alternative, Diamine Wild Strawberry (See the review here and a discussion of the gold characteristics here).

 

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[daoud62]

It is a magnificent, truly regal red. However, it also tends to clog nibs and feeds. I used it in one pen several months ago, flushed it and cleaned it and put it away. When I took it out again and filled it with another ink, it didn't write smoothly...lots of skipping. I flushed the nib again, this time with vinegar and water, and out came these little pellets of what looked like iron dust.

 

I think it is an ink that has to be used with great care, but it is worth it. One of my favorite colors of all time.

[mhphoto]

I've heard reports of clogging, but I've never had any issues. Thinking back I think I've had three separate pens filled with 1670—a Noodler's Flex, Platinum Preppy, and Parker Sonnet—but none ever developed gunk in the feed. But it honestly doesn't surprise me that you had issues given the material that settles at the bottom of my sample vials.

[Ghost Plane]

I've had gunk left behind on my nibs that had to be physically wiped away as it wouldn't rinse. After that, I've reserved it for c/c fillers that are easier to clean.

 

Pretty color, but the behavior limits my use. It also feels dry and draggy compared to other inks.

[Uncle Red]

I have to try this but I have reds already.

[georges zaslavsky]

lovely color, nice review thanks for sharing