Ink Review #284: Robert Oster Shake & Shimmer Barossa Gilt

Today we’ll be reviewing Robert Oster Barossa Gilt. This is a purple-grey with silver glitter.

Swabs:

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This ink had medium shading and medium glitter. The color is similar to Robert Oster Sydney Lavender and Robert Oster Summer Storm.

Tomoe River Paper 52 gsm

Tomoe River Paper 52 gsm

Dry Time/Water Resistance:

Limonaired Ink Test Card

Limonaired Ink Test Card

This ink had an average dry time of 25 seconds and low water resistance.

Writing Sample:

Tomoe River Paper 52 gsm

Tomoe River Paper 52 gsm

This ink had a smooth, wet flow. The glitter was even and consistent throughout my writing sample.

Overall: Barossa Gilt is a well-behaved shimmering ink. I won’t be purchasing a full bottle as the color is similar to other purple-grey inks I’ve reviewed.