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I read Marina's review of Sailor blue-black and decided to pick up a bottle. While I was at Pam's store, I bought a bottle of the standard blue as well. Here is a mini review and comparison of the Sailor blue with some of my other blue inks.

 

http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a52/ircameraman/BlueInk.jpg

 

I used a dip pen and 'Borden & Riley 108 lb bleedproof paper for pens' from the local art supply store. The ink performs beautifully on paper with nice flow and quick drying times. The color is a bit muted compared to some of the more saturated inks I have, but I like the look.

 

http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a52/ircameraman/BlueTest.jpg

 

I also did a water test.

 

http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a52/ircameraman/BlueTestAfter.jpg

 

This is how it looked after 30 minutes in the water. Not waterproof, but both inks are still ledgable.

 

I loaded a burgundy Sailor 1911 with fine 21k nib with the blue-black. I really like this combination. I've already talked to Pam about adding the other Sailor colors to my collection. I can't wait till she gets them back in stock. Thanks for looking.

 

Larry

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Great job, Larry! You're quick, decisive and effective B) !

I like the look of Sailor Blue, too. That's a really useful comparison to other popular blue inks. I also appreciate your water test with the interesting results.

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That blue looks very nice Larry. Now I have to buy that one! Someday...

I think Sailor ink performs really well and would love to have some more colors. If anybody wants to do a Sailor Swap and wants to try my Blue-Black, I'd be happy to send some out for another color.

 

Thanks for doing that review!!

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Thanks for that, Larry.

 

Good as your soak test is, it would have been nice to have a control or two in there. Something with known Excellent or "Eternal" water resistant characteristics, like Noodler's Tahitian Pearl or Aircorp Blue-Black.

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Thanks everyone for the kind words. I would love to see some examples of the other Sailor colors if anyone has them. I much prefer seeing a handwritten scan on this board than a color swatch on a web site.

 

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I read Marina's review of Sailor blue-black and decided to pick up a bottle. While I was at Pam's store, I bought a bottle of the standard blue as well. Here is a mini review and comparison of the Sailor blue with some of my other blue inks.

 

http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a52/ircameraman/BlueInk.jpg

 

I used a dip pen and 'Borden & Riley 108 lb bleedproof paper for pens' from the local art supply store. The ink performs beautifully on paper with nice flow and quick drying times. The color is a bit muted compared to some of the more saturated inks I have, but I like the look.

 

http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a52/ircameraman/BlueTest.jpg

 

I also did a water test.

 

http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a52/ircameraman/BlueTestAfter.jpg

 

This is how it looked after 30 minutes in the water. Not waterproof, but both inks are still ledgable.

 

I loaded a burgundy Sailor 1911 with fine 21k nib with the blue-black. I really like this combination. I've already talked to Pam about adding the other Sailor colors to my collection. I can't wait till she gets them back in stock. Thanks for looking.

 

Larry

This is exciting! I just saw Pam today, & she recommended Sailor Blue/Black, which I purchased.. the color is great + the water test Aced it!

Thanks both of you! for taking the time to test, & advise..

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Thanks for good reviews from both of you, Marina and Larry.

 

I'm going to buy Sailor Blue Black and Sailor Blue in the future.

 

Thanks again for your work and art.

 

Take care,

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I appreciate these reviews, Larry and M4rin4 (whose review brought me here). M4rin4, if you're still around, your handwriting is amazing!

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