Asprey Purple Ink Review

[OPG4711]

Here's my first ink review. Asprey of London is a prominent silversmith and produces many of the same items as Hermes and Louis Vuitton produce. The notable exception being that they produce a fairly extensive line of writing instruments. Purple is their iconic color and this ink came with an Asprey FP I received many years ago. The ink is available from the Beverly Hills store.

 

The one thing I learned in this test is that it is definitely NOT water resistant in any way, shape or form!

 

The bottle is made in Italy and says VETRERIE MOD DEP FORESTA ITALIANE on the bottom in embossed glass.

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[Ed Ronax]

Excellent review, thanks, that really is a purple.

[Signum1]

Welcome. Great first ink review. Funny thing is that I've been looking for a waterproof purple the last 30 minutes. My research continues.

[John Cullen]

Nice purple and photo! I appreciate your taking the time.

 

What do you mean when you say "It sticks in F NOS..?" I was not sure. Thanks, j

[Feanor]

Welcome. Great first ink review. Funny thing is that I've been looking for a waterproof purple the last 30 minutes. My research continues.

 

Noodler's La Reine Mauve?

[Feanor]

Nice purple and photo! I appreciate your taking the time.

 

What do you mean when you say "It sticks in F NOS..?" I was not sure. Thanks, j

 

"It sticks in F nibs if not used often."

[LWB]

nice review,....enjoyed your writing (printing) and enjoyed the color of this ink.

[Scribble Monboddo]

Coming to this rather late.... but given that the pen is essentially an Onoto, the ink is highly likely to be Diamine. Try their Violet, or Amazing Amethyst, for a close approximation to this - or for a better colour still, their Imperial Purple. All are available rather cheaply direct from the manufacturer.