Krishna Mumbai is a rusty red ink from the India series that shifts from brilliant vermilion when wet to a browner hue when dry, renowned for its strong green sheen on nearly any paper and excellent behavior without feathering or bleed-through. It features high surface tension ideal for flex nibs and complements warm-toned papers beautifully. This ink suits enthusiasts seeking unique sheening effects and reliable performance in daily writing or artistic applications.
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Krishna Mumbai Ink Review - The Wet Pen
Mumbai is a rusty red ink with strong green sheen, appearing as brilliant vermilion when wet and darkening to a browner hue when dry. It sheens on various papers, has strong surface tension to prevent railroading, and behaves well without feathering or bleed-through.
Krishna Mumbai : A Reddish Ink with Green Sheen
Krishna Mumbai is described as a vibrant vermillion when wet that dries to a darker brownish red, featuring green sheen. The forum thread includes user photos and discussion of its properties.
Ink review – Krishna ink round up | Slightly unnerved
Krishna inks flow well and exhibit strong sheen properties, with some colors like Moonview showing rich blue with red/pink sheen. Certain shades cause nib creep, feed gunking, or staining that requires extended cleaning.
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