Sailor Basic Blue Black 50 ml Fountain Pen Ink
The Sailor Basic Blue Black 50 ml Fountain Pen Ink combines the elegance of blue ink with the sophistication of black, creating one of the most appreciated colours for everyday writing. Its blue-black tone offers excellent readability, a professional appearance and remarkable versatility for documents, correspondence, study and personal journals.
The Balance Between Blue and Black
Within Sailor's Basic Ink range, Basic Blue Black represents an especially interesting choice for those seeking something more refined than a traditional blue while avoiding the intensity of a pure black. The result is a balanced and elegant colour that maintains excellent visibility on paper while adding character to every line.
Writing Performance and Experience
As expected from Sailor inks, Basic Blue Black delivers a smooth, consistent and well-balanced flow. Its water-based formulation provides an enjoyable writing experience while remaining easy to clean, making it particularly suitable for everyday use.
It can be used with cartridge-converter fountain pens as well as piston-filling systems, provided standard maintenance recommendations are followed. Its stable behaviour ensures reliable performance regardless of nib size.
Recommended Papers
To fully appreciate the blue-black nuances of this ink, we recommend using high-quality Japanese papers such as the Kobeha A5 Recto Grid Notebook, the Tsubame A5 Lined Notebook, the Midori Cotton Pad A5 Blank or the Life Ginkouka Paper Pad. These papers allow the depth of colour and the cleanliness of the line to be appreciated at their best.
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 Blue Black?
Its balanced behaviour makes it suitable for all nib sizes.
Is it suitable for professional documents and office work?
Yes. Its excellent readability and elegant blue-black tone make it an outstanding choice for office use, study and formal correspondence.
Package Contents
The product includes one 50 ml bottle of Sailor Basic Blue 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 Blue 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 Blue Black?
Blue-black inks have occupied a special place among writing enthusiasts for decades. They combine the readability of blue inks with the elegance and formality of black, creating a colour that remains comfortable to read and pleasant to use over long writing sessions.
At Inktraveler, we consider it a particularly interesting option for anyone looking for a versatile and elegant Japanese ink suitable for both professional environments and personal everyday writing.
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 Blue Black embodies this philosophy through one of the most classic and appreciated colours in the history of handwriting.
"Some colours achieve the perfect balance between tradition and elegance."
