Ink Samples for Fountain Pens, Dip Pens & Calligraphy

If you're eager to explore new fountain pen inks but not ready to commit to a full bottle, DeskBandit has you covered with one of the largest selections of ink samples in Australia. Our extensive range includes colours from leading brands, helping you discover your next favourite ink. Each sample is drawn from original bottles into convenient 2ml vials. Perfect for testing before you buy.

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Kobe No.11 Ikuta Orange - 2ml Ink Sample
Kobe
No.11 Ikuta Orange - 2ml
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$2.50
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No.11 Ikuta Orange - 2ml

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Kobe No.4 Kitano Foreigners Red - 2ml Ink Sample
Kobe
No.4 Kitano Foreigners Red - 2ml
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$2.50
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Kobe No.4 Kitano Foreigners Red - 2ml Ink Sample

No.4 Kitano Foreigners Red - 2ml

$2.50

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PENBBS No.389 Cherry - 2ml Ink Sample
PENBBS
No.389 Cherry - 2ml
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$2.00
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No.389 Cherry - 2ml

$2.00

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PENBBS No.229 Oolong Tea - 2ml Ink Sample
PENBBS
No.229 Oolong Tea - 2ml
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No.229 Oolong Tea - 2ml

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PENBBS No.227 Purple Jade - 2ml Ink Sample
PENBBS
No.227 Purple Jade - 2ml
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No.227 Purple Jade - 2ml

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Taccia Utamaro-Usuzumi - 2ml Ink Sample
Taccia
Utamaro-Usuzumi - 2ml
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$2.50
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Utamaro-Usuzumi - 2ml

$2.50

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Color Traveler Kure Battleship Yamato Gray - 2ml Ink Sample
Color Traveler
Kure Battleship Yamato Gray - 2ml
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$3.00
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Kure Battleship Yamato Gray - 2ml

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Tono & Lims Charge - 2ml Ink Sample
Tono & Lims
Charge - 2ml
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$3.20
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Charge - 2ml

$3.20

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Tono & Lims Emerald Mountain (Scented) - 2ml Ink Sample
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Emerald Mountain (Scented) - 2ml
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Tono & Lims No.10 To Make A Long Story Short - 2ml Ink Sample
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No.10 To Make A Long Story Short - 2ml
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Tono & Lims No.12 Under the Peaceful Light of the Spring Sun - 2ml Ink Sample
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No.12 Under the Peaceful Light of the Spring Sun - 2ml
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Tono & Lims Gifu (My Happiness) - 2ml Ink Sample
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Gifu (My Happiness) - 2ml
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Abstract green watercolor swatch representing Tono & Lims' Wakayama (Noble Soul) ink, showcasing soft, uneven edges and tonal variations on a white background.
Tono & Lims
Wakayama (Noble Soul) - 2ml
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Abstract green watercolor swatch representing Tono & Lims' Wakayama (Noble Soul) ink, showcasing soft, uneven edges and tonal variations on a white background.
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Wakayama (Noble Soul) - 2ml

$3.20

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Robert Oster Flaming Blue - 2ml Ink Sample
Robert Oster
Flaming Blue - 2ml
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$1.70
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Flaming Blue - 2ml

$1.70

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Colorverse Green - 2ml Ink Sample
Colorverse
Green - 2ml
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Green - 2ml

$3.00

Colorverse

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Aurora Aurora 100th Anniversary - Green (2ml) Ink Sample
Aurora
Aurora 100th Anniversary - Green - 2ml
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Aurora 100th Anniversary - Green - 2ml

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TWSBI TWSBI Red - 2ml Ink Sample
TWSBI
TWSBI Red - 2ml
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Tokyo Gift - 2ml ink swatch displays a textured burgundy watercolor effect, representing Noodler's Ink's dye-based versatility for various writing needs.
Noodler's Ink
Tokyo Gift - 2ml
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Tokyo Gift - 2ml ink swatch displays a textured burgundy watercolor effect, representing Noodler's Ink's dye-based versatility for various writing needs.
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Dancheong - 2ml sample of 3Oysters ink, showcasing a red, textured abstract watercolor swatch, inspired by Seoul's vibrant colors.
3Oysters
Dancheong - 2ml
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Dancheong - 2ml sample of 3Oysters ink, showcasing a red, textured abstract watercolor swatch, inspired by Seoul's vibrant colors.
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Dancheong - 2ml

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Colorverse Sample Duo set: Map of Mars & Mars Attacks inks, 4ml and 2ml respectively, featuring deep blue-black/teal and rich red swatches.
Colorverse
Map of Mars & Mars Attacks - 2ml Each Set
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$6.00
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Colorverse Sample Duo set: Map of Mars & Mars Attacks inks, 4ml and 2ml respectively, featuring deep blue-black/teal and rich red swatches.
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Map of Mars & Mars Attacks - 2ml Each Set

$6.00

Colorverse

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Lamy T53 Crystal Ink - Agate - 2ml Ink Sample
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T53 Crystal Ink - Agate - 2ml
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T53 Crystal Ink - Agate - 2ml

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Abstract blue watercolor patch illustrating Noodler's Ink, Legal Blue - 2ml, known for archival quality and waterproof properties, set against a white backdrop.
Noodler's Ink
Legal Blue - 2ml
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Abstract blue watercolor patch illustrating Noodler's Ink, Legal Blue - 2ml, known for archival quality and waterproof properties, set against a white backdrop.
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Legal Blue - 2ml

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Ink Studio #767 - 2ml features a watercolor swatch with vibrant green hues and forest-green gradients, reflecting Sailor's curated dye-based ink collection.
Sailor
Ink Studio #767 - 2ml
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Ink Studio #767 - 2ml features a watercolor swatch with vibrant green hues and forest-green gradients, reflecting Sailor's curated dye-based ink collection.
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Ink Studio #373 - 2ml swatch, showcasing a concentrated, abstract blot of dark pigment with softly rounded corners on a white background, by Sailor.
Sailor
Ink Studio #373 - 2ml
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Ink Studio #373 - 2ml swatch, showcasing a concentrated, abstract blot of dark pigment with softly rounded corners on a white background, by Sailor.
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Ink Studio #737 - 2ml swatch shows deep purple ink with watercolor-like texture and subtle green sheen at the edges, indicating a handcrafted sample.
Sailor
Ink Studio #737 - 2ml
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Ink Studio #737 - 2ml swatch shows deep purple ink with watercolor-like texture and subtle green sheen at the edges, indicating a handcrafted sample.
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Ink Studio #931 - 2ml shows a vibrant purple ink swatch with metallic olive-green sheen, illustrating Sailor's expertly curated dye-based ink collection.
Sailor
Ink Studio #931 - 2ml
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Ink Studio #931 - 2ml shows a vibrant purple ink swatch with metallic olive-green sheen, illustrating Sailor's expertly curated dye-based ink collection.
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Ink Studio #931 - 2ml

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Ink Studio #964 - 2ml, features a dark teal-green ink swatch with purplish sheen, showcasing Sailor's rich, textured dye-based color on white paper.
Sailor
Ink Studio #964 - 2ml
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Ink Studio #964 - 2ml, features a dark teal-green ink swatch with purplish sheen, showcasing Sailor's rich, textured dye-based color on white paper.
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Ink Studio #680 - 2ml, features a deep wine-purple ink swatch with subtle greenish sheen, showcasing Sailor's curated dye-based collection.
Sailor
Ink Studio #680 - 2ml
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Ink Studio #680 - 2ml, features a deep wine-purple ink swatch with subtle greenish sheen, showcasing Sailor's curated dye-based collection.
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Ink Studio #680 - 2ml

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Colorverse Coast Redwood & Redwood Forest - 2ml Each Set; features deep reddish-brown and olivey green ink swatches, highlighting plant-based, dye-based ink quality.
Colorverse
Coast Redwood & Redwood Forest - 2ml Each Set
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$6.00
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Colorverse Coast Redwood & Redwood Forest - 2ml Each Set; features deep reddish-brown and olivey green ink swatches, highlighting plant-based, dye-based ink quality.
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Coast Redwood & Redwood Forest - 2ml Each Set

$6.00

Colorverse

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Colorverse Sample Duo, featuring 2ml each of Able and Miss Baker inks, highlighted with branding and ink names, emphasizing quality and plant-based formulation.
Colorverse
Able and Miss Baker - 2ml Each Set
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Colorverse Sample Duo, featuring 2ml each of Able and Miss Baker inks, highlighted with branding and ink names, emphasizing quality and plant-based formulation.
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Able and Miss Baker - 2ml Each Set

$6.00

Colorverse

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Laurel - 2ml ink sample in a small, dark-gray foam pad, ideal for seating comfort or as a kneeling cushion, showcasing Colorverse's plant-based quality.
Colorverse
Laurel - 2ml
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Laurel - 2ml ink sample in a small, dark-gray foam pad, ideal for seating comfort or as a kneeling cushion, showcasing Colorverse's plant-based quality.
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Laurel - 2ml

$2.50

Colorverse

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SketchINK - Lilly (2ml) displayed on a soft, black-charcoal microfiber pad, highlighting its compact size and suitability for fountain pen use.
Rohrer & Klingner
SketchINK - Lilly - 2ml
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SketchINK - Lilly (2ml) displayed on a soft, black-charcoal microfiber pad, highlighting its compact size and suitability for fountain pen use.
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SketchINK - Lilly - 2ml

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Rohrer & Klingner

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new Oort Swirl - 30ml: A purplish-brown textured ink swatch with blue and reddish undertones, from Tono & Lims' 'DEEEP FIELD' series, perfect for fountain pen enthusiasts.
Tono & Lims
Oort Swirl - 2ml
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Oort Swirl - 30ml: A purplish-brown textured ink swatch with blue and reddish undertones, from Tono & Lims' 'DEEEP FIELD' series, perfect for fountain pen enthusiasts.
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Oort Swirl - 2ml

$3.20

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new Glamorous Sky - 30ml: A shimmery ink swatch blending pink, rose-gold, and orange-purple tones, showcasing Tono & Lims' vibrant, multi-shading specialty inks.
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Glamorous Sky - 2ml
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Glamorous Sky - 30ml: A shimmery ink swatch blending pink, rose-gold, and orange-purple tones, showcasing Tono & Lims' vibrant, multi-shading specialty inks.
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Glamorous Sky - 2ml

$3.20

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new Robert Oster Gummy Shark fountain pen ink swatch, showcasing a mottled purple texture. A vibrant, eco-friendly ink, reflecting Australia's landscapes, in a 50ml bottle.
Robert Oster
Gummy Shark - 2ml
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Robert Oster Gummy Shark fountain pen ink swatch, showcasing a mottled purple texture. A vibrant, eco-friendly ink, reflecting Australia's landscapes, in a 50ml bottle.
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Gummy Shark - 2ml

$1.70

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new Tono & Lims Bucheon (Love is in the Air) fountain pen ink, 30ml. Rich violet hue with a watercolor texture, ideal for writing enthusiasts.
Tono & Lims
Bucheon (Love is in the Air) - 2ml
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Tono & Lims Bucheon (Love is in the Air) fountain pen ink, 30ml. Rich violet hue with a watercolor texture, ideal for writing enthusiasts.
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Bucheon (Love is in the Air) - 2ml

$3.20

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Ring - 2ml
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Ring - 2ml
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Ring - 2ml
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Ring - 2ml

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Tono & Lims Sou (爽) fountain pen ink, 30ml. Features a teal watercolor texture, part of the Fixation pigment-based series, waterproof and pigment-rich.
Tono & Lims
Sou (爽) - 2ml
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Tono & Lims Sou (爽) fountain pen ink, 30ml. Features a teal watercolor texture, part of the Fixation pigment-based series, waterproof and pigment-rich.
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Sou (爽) - 2ml

$3.20

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Wearingeul The Valley of Fear fountain pen ink, 30ml: a deep blue watercolor swatch with magenta-purple edges, showcasing unique shading and sheening effects.
Wearingeul
The Valley of Fear - 2ml
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Wearingeul The Valley of Fear fountain pen ink, 30ml: a deep blue watercolor swatch with magenta-purple edges, showcasing unique shading and sheening effects.
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The Valley of Fear - 2ml

$3.00

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Kuretake Art Nouveau - Perkin Mauve fountain pen ink, 20ml. Rich purple swatch with watercolor texture, reflecting the historic allure of Art Nouveau and chemical dye innovation.
Kuretake
Art Nouveau - Perkin Mauve - 2ml
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Kuretake Art Nouveau - Perkin Mauve fountain pen ink, 20ml. Rich purple swatch with watercolor texture, reflecting the historic allure of Art Nouveau and chemical dye innovation.
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Art Nouveau - Perkin Mauve - 2ml

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