Sailor Kiwaguro 12 Black Pigment Fountain Pen Ink Cartridges
The Sailor Kiwaguro 12 Black Pigment Fountain Pen Ink Cartridges provide Sailor's renowned Kiwaguro pigment ink in a practical and easy-to-use cartridge format. Thanks to its outstanding resistance to water and light, Kiwaguro is an excellent choice for important documents, permanent records, illustration and everyday writing. Sailor's proprietary ultra-fine pigment technology has been developed to deliver a comfortable writing experience while minimising the issues traditionally associated with pigment-based inks.
Kiwaguro Technology in Cartridge Format
Kiwaguro is one of the most respected inks in Sailor's catalogue, appreciated for its combination of permanence, rich black colour and fountain pen friendliness. Its formulation uses Sailor's proprietary ultra-fine pigment particles to create a deep black ink with exceptional water resistance once dry.
The cartridge format allows users to enjoy all the benefits of Kiwaguro without the need for converters or bottled ink. Simply install a cartridge into a compatible Sailor fountain pen and begin writing immediately with a clean and convenient filling system.
A Permanent Black for Documents and Illustration
Kiwaguro produces a deep, rich black line with excellent permanence. Its water resistance makes it particularly suitable for official documents, personal archives, notebooks, journals and any writing intended to remain legible for many years.
The ink also offers minimal bleeding and resistance to show-through, allowing it to perform well on a wide variety of papers. For this reason, it is highly valued by illustrators, artists and fountain pen users who combine ink with watercolour or other mixed-media techniques.
Writing Performance
Despite being a permanent pigment ink, Kiwaguro delivers a remarkably smooth and pleasant writing experience. Its relatively fast drying time helps reduce smudging and makes it practical for everyday use. As with any pigment-based ink, periodic cleaning of the fountain pen is recommended to maintain optimal performance.
Sailor developed this formulation to provide a writing feel similar to that of a dye-based ink while preserving the durability and permanence expected from a document-quality pigment ink.
Compatibility
These cartridges are compatible with Sailor fountain pens that use the brand's proprietary cartridge system. They can also be used with Taccia fountain pens, as their nibs and feed systems are manufactured by Sailor.
Compatibility
These cartridges are compatible with Sailor fountain pens that use the brand's proprietary cartridge system. They can also be used with Taccia fountain pens, as their nibs and feed systems are manufactured by Sailor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these cartridges compatible with all fountain pens?
No. These cartridges are designed specifically for Sailor fountain pens compatible with Sailor cartridges.
Is this ink waterproof?
Yes. Kiwaguro is a pigment ink that offers excellent water resistance once dry.
Can it be used for important documents?
Yes. Its permanence and durability make it particularly suitable for documents intended for long-term preservation.
Is it suitable for illustration?
Yes. Its deep black colour, water resistance and excellent stability make it highly suitable for sketching, illustration and technical drawing.
Package Contents
The product includes one Sailor box containing 12 Kiwaguro black pigment fountain pen ink cartridges. (Product photographs are for reference only and slight variations may exist between images and the actual product.)
Technical Specifications
• Brand: Sailor
• Model: Kiwaguro
• Colour: Black
• Contents: 12 cartridges
• Ink type: permanent pigment fountain pen ink
• Water resistance: water resistant once dry
• Compatibility: Sailor fountain pens compatible with cartridges
• Made in Japan
• Packaging: original Sailor box
Why Choose Sailor Kiwaguro?
Kiwaguro is one of the most respected permanent inks among fountain pen enthusiasts. Its combination of documentary permanence, smooth writing performance and practical usability makes it an outstanding choice for users seeking a reliable and durable black ink.
At Inktraveler, we find Kiwaguro particularly interesting because it successfully combines the advantages of a waterproof pigment ink with a writing experience that remains remarkably close to that of a conventional fountain pen ink.
The Sailor Philosophy
Founded in Hiroshima in 1911, Sailor is one of Japan's leading names in the world of writing instruments. For more than a century, the company has developed fountain pens, nibs and inks recognised internationally for their quality, innovation and reliability.
The Kiwaguro series demonstrates Sailor's ability to combine advanced technology with practical usability, creating a permanent ink capable of meeting the needs of writers, professionals and artists alike.
"Some documents are meant to last; Kiwaguro helps preserve them."
