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In the words of the most beautiful 1973 soul song by Dorothy Moore, this one really does turn my whole world Misty Blue. Of the samples sent to me by Diamine this is by far my favourite. If I had to try and describe it in words I'd say it has the softness of Prussian Blue (without the grey tones) and the azure tones of Iroshizuku Kon Peki. I am totally smitten. :cloud9:

 

 

 

 

 

 

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I am usually more a purple than a blue guy cool.gif. This ink, however, seems different and I'll order a bottle once it becomes available thanks to your review.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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How does this one compare to Mediterranean Blue? It seems similar, but maybe a bit more pastel?

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Thanks for the complemetns everyone. I'm always nervous about doing reviews because everything in the FP world is so subjective :unsure:

 

Shay - to answer your question, I'm thinking it is more like Diamine florida blue in tone. Med blue seems more turquoise (the scan shows a little too much turq whereas in reality there's just a hint). To my mind, it is definitely reminiscent of Kon Peki, but not as full on, softer, more delicate, without being wishy-washy (if that makes sense). BTW, Just got your mail, thanks for the samples! Will be writing very soon.

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Penman Ink http://www.fountainpennetwork.com/forum/index.php?/classifieds/item/11952-penman-mocha-ink/

Pilot Elite (Short-Long)http://www.fountainpennetwork.com/forum/index.php?/classifieds/item/11951-pilot-elite-short-long/

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Thanks for the complemetns everyone. I'm always nervous about doing reviews because everything in the FP world is so subjective :unsure:

 

Shay - to answer your question, I'm thinking it is more like Diamine florida blue in tone. Med blue seems more turquoise (the scan shows a little too much turq whereas in reality there's just a hint). To my mind, it is definitely reminiscent of Kon Peki, but not as full on, softer, more delicate, without being wishy-washy (if that makes sense). BTW, Just got your mail, thanks for the samples! Will be writing very soon.

 

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This is a wonderful review, Tawanda. Thank you so much for taking the time to do this. I really like this color and will have to consider adding it to my stash, or, at a minimum, trying a sample. I'm still searching for a blue that I "love". Haven't found it. Also, thank you for adding Eau de Nil, and Ku Jaku for comparison. It was very helpful, and, as a side note, I was sort of wondering if maybe Eau de Nil might be a potential substitute for for Ku Jaku. Looks like probably not.

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kp288908 - I would happily exchange Eau de Nil for KuJaku, because although it is not an exact copy, the shading it gives and the fact that it definitely has that indefinable *wow* factor of Iroshi inks, make it a winner for me.

 

Also, I discovered by a happy accident that if you mix Eau de Nil and Misty Blue 50:50 (soon to be released by Diamine) it is incredibly close to KuJaku. This is what I shall be doing when my meagre stock of KuJaku runs dry. The cost factor alone means I could not justify replenishing it, and I was training myself to get used to the fact :o But now I have a real close alternative, I am very happy. :cloud9:

 

(Not affiliated to Daamine in any way, just a very happy and grateful customer!)

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Penman Ink http://www.fountainpennetwork.com/forum/index.php?/classifieds/item/11952-penman-mocha-ink/

Pilot Elite (Short-Long)http://www.fountainpennetwork.com/forum/index.php?/classifieds/item/11951-pilot-elite-short-long/

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Tawanda, I know very well what you mean about the KuJaku wow factor! it's great to finally know of a KuJaku alternative, though. I will definitely be trying your 50/50 mix. Thanks again!

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Hi Tawanda

I like your review sheets. Did you make them yourself?

 

This is a fairly similar colour to my Montblanc Meisterstuck Diamond.

 

Maybe if you use Diamine Misty Blue and I use Mb Diamond next time on our Postcards we can compare the differences :)

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Good idea Chrissy! I will get one out to you this week, in a juicy nib so you can see!

 

The review sheets were taken from the ones offered here (top of the forum page) but my other half adapted it slightly because I don't like doing water tests unless a manufacturer makes a claim to water resistance, and also I personally prefer to see a few comparison/contrasting inks to get an overall feel for a colour because scanners and screens can vary so much.

 

PC on the way!

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Penman Ink http://www.fountainpennetwork.com/forum/index.php?/classifieds/item/11952-penman-mocha-ink/

Pilot Elite (Short-Long)http://www.fountainpennetwork.com/forum/index.php?/classifieds/item/11951-pilot-elite-short-long/

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Beautiful color. I tend to like blues that aren't overly saturated, and this one seems to fit the bill.

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