Color: A muted, medium to dark forest green.
Special note: This is a modern iron gall ink so the color gradually darkens as it dries and oxidizes, becoming deeper and almost black in concentrated areas. Modern iron gall inks are much less harsh than older versions, but I still recommend cleaning your pen about once a month to keep it in good shape. This works great in a Pilot Kakuno so you can full disassemble the pen to thoroughly clean it.
Inspiration & Background: Platinum Classic Forest Black is part of the Classic Ink collection, which features traditional iron gall inks. The collection is designed to showcase the changing colors of ink as they dry and darken over time.
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Ink Information
Color Family: Green / Forest Green
Volume: 60ml
Bottle Material: Glass
Shading: Yes
Shimmer: No
Sheen: No
Fast Drying: No
Archival: Yes
Pigmented: No
Water Resistant: Yes
Made in: Japan
Personal Notes
Flow: Moderate
Wetness: Dry to moderate
Swatch Specifications
Paper: Midori MD Cream paper, backed with heavy cardstock
Pen: Pilot Iro-Utsushi dip pen
Nib Size: Fine (F)
Color Disclaimer: Ink swatches are for reference only. Actual colors may vary depending on paper, lighting, and screen settings. Color may appear slightly different from screen to screen.