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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Nara (Dear Sakura) - 2ml ink swatch: abstract brown watercolor wash on white, showcasing earthy tones and feathered edges, exemplifying Tono & Lims' dye-based ink.
Tono & Lims
Nara (Dear Sakura) - 2ml
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$3.20

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Vinta Inks Bronze Yellow (La Paz 1985) - 2ml Ink Sample
Vinta Inks
Bronze Yellow (La Paz 1985) - 2ml
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Bronze Yellow (La Paz 1985) - 2ml

$2.50

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Tono & Lims Aoi - Limited Edition (Shimmer) - 2ml Ink Sample
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Aoi - Limited Edition (Shimmer) - 2ml

$3.20

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Kobe No.53 Kitano Pearl Silver - 2ml Ink Sample
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No.53 Kitano Pearl Silver - 2ml
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No.53 Kitano Pearl Silver - 2ml

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Kobe No.18 Sannomiya Panse - 2ml Ink Sample
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No.18 Sannomiya Panse - 2ml
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No.18 Sannomiya Panse - 2ml

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Ancient Song Song of the White Headed - 2ml Ink Sample
Ancient Song
Song of the White Headed - 2ml
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Song of the White Headed - 2ml

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PENBBS No.288 Spring Peach (Shimmer) - 2ml Ink Sample
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No.288 Spring Peach (Shimmer) - 2ml
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PENBBS No.129 Xu Zhimo - 2ml Ink Sample
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Tono & Lims Tokyo (Full Bloom of Sakura) - 2ml Ink Sample
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Georgia Peach - 2ml ink swatch in solid coral-red, with irregular edges, highlighting Noodler's Ink's dye-based, highlighter-suitable, fluorescent color against a white background.
Noodler's Ink
Georgia Peach - 2ml
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Georgia Peach - 2ml ink swatch in solid coral-red, with irregular edges, highlighting Noodler's Ink's dye-based, highlighter-suitable, fluorescent color against a white background.
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Vinta Inks Emerald (Carlos 1960) - 2ml Ink Sample
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Emerald (Carlos 1960) - 2ml
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Abstract purple-violet watercolor blot representing Noodler's Ink La Reine Mauve, highlighting its dye-based, waterproof, UV-resistant qualities in a 2ml size.
Noodler's Ink
La Reine Mauve - 2ml
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Abstract purple-violet watercolor blot representing Noodler's Ink La Reine Mauve, highlighting its dye-based, waterproof, UV-resistant qualities in a 2ml size.

La Reine Mauve - 2ml

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Abstract swatch of mottled maroon with charcoal smudges, representing Noodler's Ink Red Black - 2ml, dye-based and water-resistant for varied writing needs.
Noodler's Ink
Red Black - 2ml
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Abstract swatch of mottled maroon with charcoal smudges, representing Noodler's Ink Red Black - 2ml, dye-based and water-resistant for varied writing needs.
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Red Black - 2ml

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Swatch of Robert Oster's Burgundy ink in 2ml, showing deep red hues with darker pooled areas and irregular edges on white paper.
Robert Oster
Burgundy - 2ml
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Swatch of Robert Oster's Burgundy ink in 2ml, showing deep red hues with darker pooled areas and irregular edges on white paper.

Burgundy - 2ml

$1.70

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Tono & Lims 10 Carat Diamond (Shimmer) - 2ml Ink Sample
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10 Carat Diamond (Shimmer) - 2ml
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Ancient Song Sea View - 2ml Ink Sample
Ancient Song
Sea View - 2ml
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Sea View - 2ml

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Tono & Lims Moe (萌) - 2ml Ink Sample
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Moe (萌) - 2ml
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Moe (萌) - 2ml

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Blood Crimson - 2ml fountain pen ink sample, showcasing a deep red, irregular swatch with tonal variations, perfect for testing color and flow.
Robert Oster
Blood Crimson - 2ml
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Blood Crimson - 2ml fountain pen ink sample, showcasing a deep red, irregular swatch with tonal variations, perfect for testing color and flow.
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Blood Crimson - 2ml

$1.70

Robert Oster

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Ottoman Rose - 2ml features a watercolor-like swatch in red and magenta tones, reflecting Noodler's Ink's deep red-pink dye-based color.
Noodler's Ink
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Ottoman Rose - 2ml features a watercolor-like swatch in red and magenta tones, reflecting Noodler's Ink's deep red-pink dye-based color.
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Ottoman Rose - 2ml

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Swatch of Robert Oster's Whisper Red ink, 2ml sample, displaying varied tone intensity on a white background, highlighting its dye-based pigment characteristics.
Robert Oster
Whisper Red - 2ml
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Whisper Red - 2ml

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Robert Oster

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Air Corp Blue Black - 2ml ink swatch showcases a deep, expressive blend of blue, teal, and charcoal-black hues, highlighting Noodler's Ink's water-resistant features.
Noodler's Ink
Air Corp Blue Black - 2ml
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Air Corp Blue Black - 2ml ink swatch showcases a deep, expressive blend of blue, teal, and charcoal-black hues, highlighting Noodler's Ink's water-resistant features.

Air Corp Blue Black - 2ml

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Tono & Lims Hakomoraito ハコモライト (Shimmer) - 2ml Ink Sample
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Hakomoraito ハコモライト (Shimmer) - 2ml
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Kobe No.80 Rokko Alpine Primrose - 2ml Ink Sample
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Kobe No.43 Gakuen Toshi Fresh Green - 2ml Ink Sample
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No.43 Gakuen Toshi Fresh Green - 2ml

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Kobe No.6 Kobe Bordeaux - 2ml Ink Sample
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Kobe No.6 Kobe Bordeaux - 2ml Ink Sample

No.6 Kobe Bordeaux - 2ml

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PENBBS No.233 Nanjing City - 2ml Ink Sample
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PENBBS No.181 Sea & Sky - 2ml Ink Sample
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3Oysters Mustard - 2ml Ink Sample
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Mustard - 2ml
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Mustard - 2ml

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Frankly Scarlet - 2ml ink sample, displaying a deep burgundy-red wash with subtle variations, highlighting Robert Oster's dye-based pigment on paper.
Robert Oster
Frankly Scarlet - 2ml
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Frankly Scarlet - 2ml

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Abstract green watercolor resembling Robert Oster's Green Lime ink sample, with soft edges and tonal variations. 2ml dye-based ink, perfect for vibrant writing.
Robert Oster
Green Lime - 2ml
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Abstract green watercolor resembling Robert Oster's Green Lime ink sample, with soft edges and tonal variations. 2ml dye-based ink, perfect for vibrant writing.

Green Lime - 2ml

$1.70

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Wisteria - 2ml
CARPINK
Wisteria - 2ml
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PENBBS No.338 Righteous Dog Guarding Fortune (Shimmer) - 2ml Ink Sample Sold Out
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Eel Black - 2ml ink bottle, featuring an amorphous black shape with soft edges, representing Noodler's Ink's archival, dye-based ink for versatile writing needs. Sold Out
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Eel Black - 2ml
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Eel Black - 2ml ink bottle, featuring an amorphous black shape with soft edges, representing Noodler's Ink's archival, dye-based ink for versatile writing needs.
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Eel Black - 2ml

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Noodler's Black - 2ml ink swatch, showing an abstract black smear on white, representing the rich dye-based, archival ink's vivid application. Sold Out
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Noodler's Black - 2ml
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Noodler's Black - 2ml ink swatch, showing an abstract black smear on white, representing the rich dye-based, archival ink's vivid application.
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Noodler's Black - 2ml

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Kobe No.61 Yukinogosho Zakura - 2ml Ink Sample Sold Out
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No.61 Yukinogosho Zakura - 2ml
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PENBBS No.408 Xiamen City - 2ml Ink Sample Sold Out
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PENBBS No.377 Olives - 2ml Ink Sample Sold Out
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Doldam - 2ml watercolor swatch by 3Oysters, showcasing a muted, irregular-edged wash on white paper. Part of the I.COLOR.U series inspired by Seoul. Sold Out
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Doldam - 2ml watercolor swatch by 3Oysters, showcasing a muted, irregular-edged wash on white paper. Part of the I.COLOR.U series inspired by Seoul.
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new Tono & Lims Rainy Winter - 30ml fountain pen ink features a textured, weathered-metal-like surface, reflecting its unique dye-based character. Perfect for enhancing your writing with subtle elegance. Sold Out
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Tono & Lims Rainy Winter - 30ml fountain pen ink features a textured, weathered-metal-like surface, reflecting its unique dye-based character. Perfect for enhancing your writing with subtle elegance.
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No.537 Ruijin City - 2ml Sold Out
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