Sailor Basic Black 50 ml Fountain Pen Ink

Sailor Basic Black 50 ml Fountain Pen Ink

The Sailor Basic Black 50 ml Fountain Pen Ink represents the most classic and versatile black within Sailor's ink catalogue. Designed to provide clean, legible and reliable writing, this ink combines the renowned Japanese quality of Sailor with a deep black colour suitable for professional work, personal writing, study, journals and correspondence.

A Classic Black for Every Occasion

Within Sailor's Basic Ink range, Basic Black stands out for its simplicity and effectiveness. Its rich black tone provides excellent contrast on paper, ensuring comfortable reading even during long writing sessions. It is an ink designed for those who appreciate functionality and the understated elegance of a traditional black.

Writing Performance and Experience

As expected from Sailor inks, Basic Black offers a smooth, consistent and perfectly balanced flow. Its water-based formulation provides a pleasant writing experience while remaining easy to clean, making it a practical choice for everyday use.

It can be used with cartridge-converter fountain pens as well as piston-filling systems, provided normal maintenance recommendations are followed. Its stable behaviour ensures a reliable writing experience regardless of the nib size used.

Recommended Papers

To fully appreciate the depth of its black colour, we recommend using high-quality Japanese papers such as the Tsubame A5 Lined Notebook, the Midori Cotton Pad A5 Blank or the Life Ginkouka Paper Pad. These papers highlight the clean line quality and excellent contrast provided by this ink.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this ink suitable for fountain pens?
Yes. It has been specifically formulated for fountain pens and should not be used in other writing systems.

Is it a permanent ink?
No. This is a water-based dye ink designed to provide smooth writing and easy cleaning.

Which nib sizes work best with Basic Black?
Its balanced behaviour makes it suitable for all nib sizes.

Is it suitable for office work and professional documents?
Yes. Its deep black colour, excellent readability and stable performance make it an excellent choice for professional and academic use.

Package Contents

The product includes one 50 ml bottle of Sailor Basic Black fountain pen ink, protected inside an official Sailor cardboard box. Its compact size makes it easy to store and convenient for everyday desk use. (Product photographs are for reference only and slight variations may exist between images and the actual product.)

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Sailor
• Collection: Basic Ink
• Colour: Basic Black
• Volume: 50 ml
• Ink type: water-based fountain pen ink
• Compatibility: fountain pens, converters and piston-filling systems
• Bottle dimensions: 53 × 44 × 70 mm
• Approximate weight: 203 g
• Packaging: official Sailor cardboard box

Why Choose Sailor Basic Black?

Not every black ink needs special effects or complex properties. Basic Black focuses on clarity, reliability and ease of use. It is an ink designed for writing, studying, working and enjoying fountain pens without unnecessary complications.

At Inktraveler, we consider it a particularly interesting choice for anyone looking for a high-quality Japanese ink that can serve as a dependable everyday writing ink thanks to its balanced behaviour and excellent usability.

The Sailor Philosophy

Founded in Hiroshima in 1911, Sailor is one of Japan's great writing houses. For more than a century, the company has combined technical precision, traditional craftsmanship and aesthetic sensitivity to create internationally respected fountain pens and inks.

The Basic Ink range reflects Sailor's most practical and essential approach: colours designed to provide comfort, reliability and cleanliness in everyday writing. Basic Black embodies this philosophy through a classic, legible and versatile black that continues to be a trusted choice for countless fountain pen users.

"The simplicity of a good black ink never goes out of style."