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title: "4001 Bottled Ink for Fountain Pens, Royal Blue, 30ml, 1 Each (301010)"
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# Smooth, even ink flow 125+ years ink heritage Made in Germany quality 4001 Bottled Ink for Fountain Pens, Royal Blue, 30ml, 1 Each (301010)

**Brand:** pelikan
**Price:** 536957₫
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🖋️ Elevate your pen game with heritage ink that flows as smoothly as your ideas.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** 4001 Bottled Ink for Fountain Pens, Royal Blue, 30ml, 1 Each (301010) by pelikan
- **How much does it cost?** 536957₫ with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- pelikan enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted pelikan brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Effortless Filling:** Innovative bottle design lets you tip and fill without wasting a single drop of ink.
- • **Vibrant Royal Blue:** Bold, clear line definition that elevates your writing with every stroke.
- • **Timeless Ink Formula:** Crafted from a 125-year-old recipe that safeguards your fountain pen and nib for lasting performance.
- • **Universal Compatibility:** Perfectly engineered for Pelikan and most plunger/converter fountain pens—versatility meets precision.
- • **Trusted German Craftsmanship:** Experience premium quality and reliability made in Germany, a mark of excellence.

## Overview

Pelikan 4001 Royal Blue Bottled Ink combines over 125 years of perfected ink formula with vibrant color and smooth flow, designed for Pelikan and compatible fountain pens. Made in Germany, this 30ml bottle features an innovative design to maximize ink usage, ensuring your writing experience is both elegant and efficient.

## Description

Pelikan 4001 bottled ink for fountain pens, Royal Blue, 30Ml contains an ink formula that was developed over 125 years ago. Ink protects both fountain pen and nib. The bold color ink produces clear line definition with an even flow. For traditional Pelikan fountain pens and many other brands with plunger mechanism and converter. Tip the bottle on its side to fill fountain pen with every drop of ink. Made in Germany.

Review: The best ink for vintage pens. (sorry Quink) - The decision of Sheaffer to discontinue the Skrip line left me scrambling to find replacements. I use all kinds of black inks in my pens, from Kaweco, Pilot, Sailor (I quite love Gentle Black), Platinum (carbon black is another favorite), Monteverde . et al.. But Sheaffer had a very special place on my shelf. It was THE black ink that i used in any pen, regardless of vintage or how long i was planning on leaving it in there. I knew it would flow easily, wash out easily and give me a dark black line. I've used it since i was a boy in old Sheaffer pens, from the mid90s flat top range (which were the first such pens i used), to Parkers, Vintage pens of all kinds. I've just never had trouble with this ink. I never was easily able to find a replacement. Parker Quink Black is a very easy ink to clean but is not terribly dark, even as it is very wet. Herbin Perle is gorgeous but i find it tends to dry out very quickly and it is so saturated, i try to use it very quickly in vintage pens. Pelikan, i initially bought to use in pens that have noticeable nib creep, but it is such a phenomenal ink, I've just switched bit by bit, to using it in everything. It isn't as dry an ink as i assumed it would be; nevertheless, in pens with very light flow, i find this ink actually shades up a bit. It's super dark, matte-black normally. It writes smoothly in every pen i've tried. Funnily, Pelikan Blue-Black has taken Skrip Blue-Black's place on my shelf as well. It's every bit as good (if not better). I should mention waterfastness, or "bulletproofness" is not something i typically look for in an ink. I don't care in the slightest for such properties - I actively seek inks that don't have these properties - i just use these inks as daily writers, and so weigh my opinions accordingly. For anyone with a vintage pen collection trying to avoid more alkaline Japanese inks and looking for a nice dark black which won't dry out in a sac or aerometric convertor, this is really the first (and maybe only) ink you should need.
Review: Pelikan bottled Ink Fountain Pens, Royal Blue - good and NOT waterproof - Pelikan 4001 Bottled Ink for Fountain Pens, Royal Blue. The ink was delivered very quickly and it works well in my old Platignum lettering fountain pen. I bought this ink because it is not waterproof - so cleaning the pen is easy. The ink has a nice color and flows well through the pen and nib. I plan to also use this ink in other vintage fountain pens.

## Features

- Ink formula developed over 125 years ago protects both fountain pen and nib
- Bold color ink produces clear line definition with an even flow
- For traditional Pelikan fountain pens and many other brands with plunger mechanism and converter
- Tip the bottle on its side to fill fountain pen with every drop of ink
- Made in Germany

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0009WFNAQ |
| Best Sellers Rank | #2,992 in Office Products ( See Top 100 in Office Products ) #2 in Bottled Pen Ink |
| Brand | Pelikan |
| Color | Royal Blue |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (24,199) |
| Date First Available | April 22, 2009 |
| Ink Color | Blue |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 4.1 ounces |
| Item model number | 301010 |
| Manufacturer | Chartpak, Inc |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 301010 |
| Material Type | Plastic |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Product Dimensions | 2.25 x 2.5 x 1.5 inches |
| Size | 1 fl oz |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Pelikan
- **Global Trade Identification Number:** 00014173314901, 04012700301017
- **Item Volume:** 30 Milliliters
- **Package Information:** Bottle
- **Paint Type:** Alcohol

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Size** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: I bought this but the colour is more light blue, wondering if others had the same experience.Thought it would have been more medium to dark blue.**
A: Mine was a bright blue. Not dark or blue-black. Closer to classic blue Shaffer ink.

**Q: Where is this made in?**
A: This ink s made in Germany

**Q: I bought this thinking it was tattoo ink for shadding. I used it. Will it hurt me?**
A: Probably not, but go see a doctor with the ink bottle just to be sure

**Q: Is Pelikan 4001 fugitive?**
A: Yes it is. It is dye based. Most dye based inks from any brand are fugitive. This does not mean that dye based inks are not good. They are usually durable enough to not fade over night, and if you are using them in a letter or a journal where they are not constantly exposed to light they should last a long time. If you want a light fast ink you typically have to get a "pigment" ink or a "carbon" ink. These inks are much more harsh on your fountain pen and difficult to clean.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The best ink for vintage pens. (sorry Quink)
*by C***G on December 18, 2023*

The decision of Sheaffer to discontinue the Skrip line left me scrambling to find replacements. I use all kinds of black inks in my pens, from Kaweco, Pilot, Sailor (I quite love Gentle Black), Platinum (carbon black is another favorite), Monteverde . et al.. But Sheaffer had a very special place on my shelf. It was THE black ink that i used in any pen, regardless of vintage or how long i was planning on leaving it in there. I knew it would flow easily, wash out easily and give me a dark black line. I've used it since i was a boy in old Sheaffer pens, from the mid90s flat top range (which were the first such pens i used), to Parkers, Vintage pens of all kinds. I've just never had trouble with this ink. I never was easily able to find a replacement. Parker Quink Black is a very easy ink to clean but is not terribly dark, even as it is very wet. Herbin Perle is gorgeous but i find it tends to dry out very quickly and it is so saturated, i try to use it very quickly in vintage pens. Pelikan, i initially bought to use in pens that have noticeable nib creep, but it is such a phenomenal ink, I've just switched bit by bit, to using it in everything. It isn't as dry an ink as i assumed it would be; nevertheless, in pens with very light flow, i find this ink actually shades up a bit. It's super dark, matte-black normally. It writes smoothly in every pen i've tried. Funnily, Pelikan Blue-Black has taken Skrip Blue-Black's place on my shelf as well. It's every bit as good (if not better). I should mention waterfastness, or "bulletproofness" is not something i typically look for in an ink. I don't care in the slightest for such properties - I actively seek inks that don't have these properties - i just use these inks as daily writers, and so weigh my opinions accordingly. For anyone with a vintage pen collection trying to avoid more alkaline Japanese inks and looking for a nice dark black which won't dry out in a sac or aerometric convertor, this is really the first (and maybe only) ink you should need.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Pelikan bottled Ink Fountain Pens, Royal Blue - good and NOT waterproof
*by J***T on February 20, 2026*

Pelikan 4001 Bottled Ink for Fountain Pens, Royal Blue. The ink was delivered very quickly and it works well in my old Platignum lettering fountain pen. I bought this ink because it is not waterproof - so cleaning the pen is easy. The ink has a nice color and flows well through the pen and nib. I plan to also use this ink in other vintage fountain pens.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Fast-Drying Wet Ink, Brilliant Like Its Name
*by A***N on June 22, 2025*

This is my first ink, and I think it will probably be my last. I say this as someone who has been using Pelikan 4001 ink for over a year now. It was the first ink recommended to me online, so I decided to purchase a bottle—and I have not been disappointed. Pelikan 4001 is certainly a wet ink, depending on the pen you use, but it dries very quickly on subpar paper—and even on expensive paper. It’s not an ink you have to worry about smudging, unless you have very clumsy fingers and tend to run them across the page before turning it. Other than that, it’s a wonderful ink. It dries quickly enough despite being wet, and it performs well in both high-tier and mid-tier pens. I’ve used it with my Zebra G nib as well as my Lamy Safari fine-point fountain pen, and I found it works well with both fountain pens and dip pens, particularly with those nibs. I’ll soon be getting a Pilot Custom 743, and I plan to run this ink through that pen too. I’m not really concerned about how it will perform in a higher-end pen. All around, this is a wonderful ink. You won’t be disappointed when writing with Pelikan 4001. Pelikan has a long and respected history in the fountain pen industry. At one point, I even considered purchasing one of their M800s just because of the impression this ink made on me. This ink is affordable compared to higher-end options like Pilot’s premium inks. It’s budget-friendly, and what you get is a very solid ink. As a little tip, I highly recommend buying the 60-milliliter bottle instead of the 30-milliliter one—it’s usually only two or three dollars more, and the value is excellent. I didn’t forget to mention that Pelikan 4001 ink, as shown in the pictures, comes in a gorgeous black bottle. It has a timeless feel and will certainly make you feel like you’re writing in the 1930s, whether you’re dipping a dip pen or refilling a cartridge. It’s a beautiful bottle you won’t mind leaving on your desk, unlike something like Higgins Eternal ink, which comes in a hideous plastic bottle. Altogether, I give Pelikan 4001 ink a thumbs up. Whether you’re using a Montblanc 146, a Pelikan M800, or even the humble Lamy Safari, you won’t be disappointed.

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