Bass Strait Cobalt Blue

Van Dieman's Bass Strait Cobalt Blue Ink Review - The Pen Addict

With Bass Strait, you get a rich cobalt blue that shades between medium and dark blue, and you can even spy some purple in some areas. The review details its performance, shading properties, and suitability for various pens.

Ink Review #1990: Van Dieman's Bass Strait Cobalt Blue

Detailed review using a Montegrappa Elmo with medium nib on Taroko Enigma notebook, noting average flow but excessive bleeding and show-through. Covers saturation, shading, and overall characteristics.

Van Dieman's Inks In Oz - The Fountain Pen Network

User review describes Bass Strait Cobalt as a deep blue with no detectable sheen or shading, satisfying for use and lighter in drier nibs. Forum discussion compares it to other Van Dieman's inks.

Page 105 – For the love of pens, paper ... - The Well-Appointed Desk

Notes that Bass Strait shades dramatically, works best with stub or broad nibs rather than extra-fine, ideal for brightening winter writing. Part of a pen and ink enthusiast blog.

Van Dieman's The Wilderness Series Federation Peak Ink Review

Mentions Bass Strait as a rich cobalt blue shading between medium and dark blue with subtle purple hints. Part of a broader discussion on Van Dieman's inks with performance notes.