Montblanc Blue Hour

July 8, 2015

I received this ink today and thought I would post a couple quick pictures. This is a very interesting ink which can range anywhere from a somewhat dull blue-black to a teal depending on the nib and wetness. I am quite fond of it as it sort of toes the line between a standard blue and something a bit more exotic -- I'd call it understated with a twist. The writing sample was done on Tomoe River white paper. It was a bit difficult to pick up the green component of the ink in the pictures but I'm hoping some of the closeups will give a better idea of the range of hues.

Note: This is just a preliminary review. I will try to post a full review within the next week or so.

Edited July 8, 2015 by Abner C. Kemp

July 8, 2015

Blue Hour has an subtle, almost antique look to it with its green highlights and fade-out shading.

Subtle and sophisticated, that is what this ink is.

Edited July 8, 2015 by tinkerteacher

July 8, 2015

It does look quite similar to Waterman Mysterious Blue.

July 8, 2015

It does look quite similar to Waterman Mysterious Blue.

Indeed. Both inks have a turquoise component that is very unique in a blue-black. Though I haven't tried Waterman Mysterious Blue I would venture a guess that the MB might have even more of a green component. The MB seems to go down blue but once it dries the teal overtones really show through. It's expensive stuff but it's a wonderfully complex ink IMO.

Edited July 8, 2015 by Abner C. Kemp

September 12, 2017

Blue Hour has an subtle, almost antique look to it with its green highlights and fade-out shading.

Subtle and sophisticated, that is what this ink is.

Yes my exact thoughts. I've had a jar of this for a while, finally inked up my John Lennon with this color and love the antique look to it... it looks like, when I paint a wooden figure I carve, and then paint it with an umber, and wipe off as much of the umber as I can, leaving an Antique look to it.

Love this blue!