Fritz Schimpf — Sundowner — Ink Review #36
Fritz Schimpf — Sundowner Ink Review # 36 Originally posted on FPN: Dec 12, 2022 Ink: Sundowner Brand: Fritz Schimpf Country: Germany Availability: 30 ml bottles Pens Used: Jinhao 450 (M/ fude), Lamy Safari B Description I reviewed this ink as part of a group blind test on the FPGeeks website. It was a revelation, and if I were not so much fixated on waterproof inks, this would have been my go-to reddish-orange ink. The ink has a softness to it that every time I use it, I’m filled with joy. However, as there’s no such thing as a perfect ink, this ink has one major drawback. The cleaning is a pain. It took me two days and three helpings of pen flush to remove the red dye. This is the second day after letting the pen soak overnight in the pen flush: So be forewarned if you’re an ink hopper. Chroma Writing Samples Rhodia Dry time on Rhodia Midori Tomoe River 68 gsm Note: Tomoe River used here is 68 gsm, not the thin...