Turquoise Ink

[parker51man]

I have been using turquoise ink in my work for 30 years as an accountant, I used Parker quink till discontinued then Montblanc that was discontinued about 3 years ago, at a loss now where to get any more. I have had to start using the pilot varsity pens, but I prefer to work with my 51's. Any ideas

Edited June 28, 2015 by parker51man

[caribbean_skye]

Are you specifically wanting Parker Quink or Montblanc turquoise inks? There are other brands that also make their own turquoise inks, wasnt sure if you are open to consider those.

[Fabienne]

I have been using turquoise ink since I first picked up my Sheaffer Peacock Blue (and was informed by my mother that it was vulgar and so continued to use it anyway). But, since there is no more readily available Peacock Blue, I sought to extend my vulgarity in a variety of ways. So, after much trial and error, and thought and many samples I came to the conclusion that Noodler's Navajo Turquoise is the best of them all. High shading, glorious color, I think there is either a sheen or a complimentary color mix which is just plain old gorgeous. I loved and lost Sailor Sky High as my favorite turquoise, but Navajo Turquoise is a dead ringer for it, and exceeds it as it's obtainable. Try it and see.

[ScienceChick]

+1 for Navajo Turquoise and add Pelikan 4001 Turquoise.

[swanjun]

Pelikan 4001 Turquoise has the advantage of probably being more attainable outside the US.

[TheRealScubaSteve]

The only problem with Pelikan is that it's super dry. This may be a plus for you if used at work. Diamine Havasu Turquoise is nice as well and not far from Noodler's Navajo Turquoise.

[Alex2014]

Visconti Turquoise, Herbin Bleu Pervenche

[Fabienne]

Just to throw a firecracker into the mix, take a look at Goulet Pens excellent Swab Shop Sample Page in Turquoise. There you will find the colors next to each other and you might just *gasp* find a turquoise you like better! Or more than one. Great fun and happy confusion. I know there is another sample page for colors and it is from a store in the UK and I cannot remember who they are but they are actually the originals.

[grainweevil]

You might be thinking of The Writing Desk, perhaps? Here's their page of turquoise.

[J_Rock]

If I use turquoise it is Lamy.

[The Good Captain]

You might be thinking of The Writing Desk, perhaps? Here's their page of turquoise.

I'd have a look at this, as well as Cult Pens here in the UK. Easier - and cheaper - to buy from UK anyway and plenty of choices.

[Venemo]

I recommend M&M Turquoise - it has a lot of awesome shading and is quite cheap.

See my review here: https://www.fountainpennetwork.com/forum/topic/280754-m-m-turquoise-ink-review/

[visvamitra]

There's a lot of turquoises in the market. If you live in England, you can easily obtain Diamine, J. Herbin's Bleu Pervenche, Lamy's Turquoise, Pelina Turquoise. They're all good.

[mmg122]

My all time favorite turquoise is Sheaffer Peacock Blue which is no longer made but can often be found at flea markets for less than $20.

DeAtrementis makes a nice turquoise in their Document series which is water proof, fade proof and a neutral pH.

Photos attached.

The Peacock Blue photo is from Ed Jelly's website. The DeAtrementis is from Goulet Pens website.

[ac12]

Sheaffer Skrip turquoise, my first choice

Pelikan turquoise

[cleosmama]

Love Lamy Turquoise. Second choices are Pelikan Turquoise and the Noodler's Navajo Turquoise.

[parker51man]

Many Many thanks to you all.

 

Regards

 

Amos

[GeneralTree]

Just because I didn't see it mentioned: Sailor Yama-Dori. It is a great deal greener (more of a teal than a turquoise) but I fancy it.

[BullFly7]

That Peacock Blue is lovely. I may need to check that out as well. It reminds me of Noodler's Standard line Turquoise which is my favorite, though slightly darker with lovely shading.

[Abner C. Kemp]

J. Herbin Blue Pervenche is a nice neutral turquoise that behaves quite well. Waterman Inspired Blue is along the same lines -- well behaved and pretty neutral in terms of saturation exc..

Edited June 30, 2015 by Abner C. Kemp