A Really Deep, Complex Red..

[mongrelnomad]

I usually have go-to inks for each colour. They're usually Japanese. The exception, though, is red.

 

My favourite is the Montblanc Hitchcock red: deep and complex, it puts all other reds I've tried to shame. The problem: it's an LE ink, and as such, is not readily available.

 

Any suggestions for a replacement that, hopefully, is more accessible?

[ac12]

I like Diamine Red Dragon, as my darker red.

My standard red is Sheaffer Skrip red, which is a nice simple clean red.

Edited April 2, 2016 by ac12

[fountainpagan]

It seems that the Dark Red Rose of the Flowers' box from Diamine, would look very much alike Hitchcock.

[jmccarty3]

Be on the lookout for an announcement soon from MB.

[migo984]

I second Diamine Red Dragon. A good rich mid-to-deep toned ink.

[Runnin_Ute]

A year ago I would have suggested Levenger Pomegranate, but alas it has recently been discontinued. Fortunately I have about a half a bottle left.

[lgsoltek]

For something close to Hitchcock I would say Diamine Burgundy Rose or Private Reserver Fiesta Red.

I dislike Red Dragon. I consider it as a dirt brown.

[Mastiff]

Not really red red, but how about Sailor Grenade?

[migo984]

For something close to Hitchcock I would say Diamine Burgundy Rose or Private Reserver Fiesta Red.

I dislike Red Dragon. I consider it as a dirt brown.

How strange. My Red Dragon is definitely not brown.

[lgsoltek]

How strange. My Red Dragon is definitely not brown.

 

 

I've always thought there's something wrong with my Red Dragon. Maybe I should do a comparison. Or maybe it's just my perception of the colour.

[mmg122]

My favorite red is Diamine Red Dragon. As other posters have mentioned, Diamine Burgundy Rose is a very close replacement for MB Hitchcock Red. Levenger Pomegranate is also a favorite of mine. I hadn't realized it was being discontinued...I'm going to have to try to scarf up another bottle.

[Cyber6]

 

 

I've always thought there's something wrong with my Red Dragon. Maybe I should do a comparison. Or maybe it's just my perception of the colour.

 

 

You should... Red Dragon has no brown in it. Diamine Oxblood can be called a "dirt brown"... I personally love it, but some people might dislike the "dry blood" color.

 

 

C.

[Gudi]

My go to red is Sheaffer Skrip red. It's truly red and well behaved. As a bonus it's easy to find and affordable.

[mongrelnomad]

Thanks guys. I've ordered Red Dragon and Oxblood.

 

Generally I'm not overly enthused with Diamine inks. Those I've bought tend ignominiously to be both thin and dry, but for the colour I'm willing to give them a look-see...

Edited April 4, 2016 by mongrelnomad

[amberleadavis]

Actually, we have a comparison or two around here and Burgundy Rose by Diamine is a dead ringer for Hitchcock.