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Red

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Platinum Red is a dye-based, water-based fountain pen ink known for its quick-drying properties and reliable performance in everyday writing. The ink demonstrates moderate shading across different nib sizes, with extra fine nibs producing lighter tones compared to stub nibs. It offers consistent flow and is suitable for general writing purposes, though it lacks water resistance for archival or important documents.

Properties
Color Family
Red
Dry Time
6-23 seconds
Water Resistance
Low
Shading
Moderate
Sheening
None
Flow
Medium

Best Uses

Everyday writingJournalingGeneral correspondence

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Reviews & Resources

ink review: platinum pigment rose red - Seize the Dave

Detailed review of Platinum Pigment Rose Red, a pigment-based fountain pen ink that performs well on various papers with no feathering or bleed-through, offering shading from bubblegum pink to ruby red and exceptional water resistance.

Best Red Fountain Pen Ink | EndlessPens

Review of Platinum Pigment Rose Red among top red inks, noting its good behavior on papers with shading best in wider nibs from grapefruit to bubblegum pink, though dry times vary and pen hygiene is advised for pigment inks.

Platinum Inks Test - fountain pen ink art

Test of various Platinum inks including Flame Red, which shows nice sheen in concentrated areas, with notes on blending, water reactivity, and performance across the Mix Free and Standard ranges.

EFNIR: Platinum Red - Ink Reviews - The Fountain Pen Network

Forum review of Platinum Red ink, noting it is more pink than red, with quick cleaning and comparisons to other inks like Diamine Peach Haze for its transparent neon properties.

Mini Collections, Part II: All the Red Inks - The Gentleman Stationer

Collection review focusing on dark red fountain pen inks, discussing favorites and characteristics, with potential inclusion of Platinum reds in the personal ink lineup.

Richest Red Fountain Pen Inks - The Goulet Pen Company

Ranking of top richest red fountain pen inks by saturation, shading, and sheen, featuring various brands though not specifically Platinum Red, providing context on high-quality red ink performance.

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