Pelikan 4001 Royal Blue is a classic medium royal blue ink renowned for its dry flow, making it ideal for wet-writing Pelikan nibs and everyday use without bleeding through thin paper. It offers medium shading, low pink sheen on certain papers, and moderate water resistance with a 40-second dry time. This reliable, low-maintenance ink suits beginners, students, and those seeking a safe, affordable blue for daily writing.
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Ink Review #2457: Pelikan 4001 Royal Blue
Detailed review of Pelikan 4001 Royal Blue, noting its dry flow that works well in wet Pelikan nibs, with swabs showing pink sheen on Tomoe River paper, medium water resistance, and no feathering on fountain pen friendly papers.
Royal Blue - Pelikan 4001® - Ink Reviews
Forum discussion on Pelikan 4001 Royal Blue as a school ink that is erasable, easy to clean, safe for all pens, and affordable, with user experiences shared.
Back to Basics: Blue Ink for Everday Writing
Compares Pelikan 4001 Royal Blue to other everyday blues like Waterman Serenity Blue, praising its performance on most papers as a safe ink for nearly all pens, available in various bottle sizes.
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