Ink Review #525: PenBBS #381 Frosted Leaf in Autumn

Today we will be reviewing PenBBS #381, a dusty red.

Swabs:

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This ink had low shading and no sheen. The color is a pale red with a touch of pink, and is similar to Taccia Lip Coral Pink.

Tomoe River Paper 68 gsm

Tomoe River Paper 68 gsm

Dry Time/Water Resistance:

Tsubame Note Ink Collection Card

Tsubame Note Ink Collection Card

This ink had a dry time of 30 seconds and high water resistance.

Writing Sample:

Tomoe River Paper 68 gsm

Tomoe River Paper 68 gsm

Tomoe River Paper 68 gsm

Tomoe River Paper 68 gsm

This ink had an average flow with low saturation.

Overall: I enjoyed this ink sample quite a lot and see myself purchasing a full-sized bottle in the future. It’s a lovely pale red.

Disclaimer: This ink was purchased by me and all opinions/photos are my own. This post was not sponsored.