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.37 Minatojima Island Blue - 2ml Ink Sample
Kobe
No.37 Minatojima Island Blue - 2ml
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No.37 Minatojima Island Blue - 2ml

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Kobe No.17 Shioya Blue - 2ml Ink Sample
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No.17 Shioya Blue - 2ml
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Kobe No.15 Maiko Green - 2ml Ink Sample
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No.15 Maiko Green - 2ml
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No.15 Maiko Green - 2ml

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Kobe No.66 Cobalt Sky- 2ml Ink Sample
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No.66 Cobalt Sky- 2ml
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No.66 Cobalt Sky- 2ml

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Colorverse Project Ink No.005 Milky Lavender - 2ml Ink Sample
Colorverse
Project Ink No.005 Milky Lavender - 2ml
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Project Ink No.005 Milky Lavender - 2ml

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Colorverse Project Ink No.007 Clear Cyan - 2ml Ink Sample
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Project Ink No.007 Clear Cyan - 2ml
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Project Ink No.007 Clear Cyan - 2ml

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PENBBS No.373 Jules Gabriel - 2ml Ink Sample
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No.373 Jules Gabriel - 2ml
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No.373 Jules Gabriel - 2ml

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PENBBS No.372 Verbena Officinalis - 2ml Ink Sample
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No.372 Verbena Officinalis - 2ml
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No.372 Verbena Officinalis - 2ml

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PENBBS No.278 Lhasa City - 2ml Ink Sample
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No.278 Lhasa City - 2ml
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PENBBS No.224 Tolstoy - 2ml Ink Sample
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PENBBS No.344 Mulberry - 2ml Ink Sample
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No.344 Mulberry - 2ml
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Vinta Inks Terracotta (Damili 1572) - 2ml Ink Sample
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Terracotta (Damili 1572) - 2ml
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Terracotta (Damili 1572) - 2ml

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Tono & Lims May I Help You - 2ml Ink Sample
Tono & Lims
May I Help You - 2ml
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Tono & Lims Greedy - 2ml Ink Sample
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Greedy - 2ml
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Greedy - 2ml

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Tono & Lims Tartar - 2ml Ink Sample
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Tartar - 2ml
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Tono & Lims Brazilian Chocolate (Scented) - 2ml Ink Sample
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Brazilian Chocolate (Scented) - 2ml
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Tono & Lims Dynamite - 2ml Ink Sample
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Dynamite - 2ml
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Tono & Lims Osaka (Elegant Style) - 30ml Bottled Ink
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Osaka (Elegant Style) - 2ml
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Osaka (Elegant Style) - 2ml

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Gray Navy (Jeans) - 2ml ink sample shows a cobalt-blue wash with rusty red patches, reflecting Taccia's denim-inspired color, reminiscent of watercolor art.
Taccia
Gray Navy (Jeans) - 2ml
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Gray Navy (Jeans) - 2ml ink sample shows a cobalt-blue wash with rusty red patches, reflecting Taccia's denim-inspired color, reminiscent of watercolor art.
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Gray Navy (Jeans) - 2ml

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3Oysters Bukhansan - 2ml Ink Sample
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Bukhansan - 2ml
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Kyo-Iro Flaming Red of Fushimi - 2ml Ink Sample
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Flaming Red of Fushimi - 2ml
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Flaming Red of Fushimi - 2ml

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Noodler's Ink Purple Martin - 2ml Ink Sample
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Purple Martin - 2ml
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Purple Martin - 2ml

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Ink Studio #740 - 2ml, a vivid deep blue dye-based ink swatch by Sailor, showcasing one of 100 curated shades from their collection.
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Ink Studio #740 - 2ml
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Ink Studio #740 - 2ml, a vivid deep blue dye-based ink swatch by Sailor, showcasing one of 100 curated shades from their collection.
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Kiwa Guro - 2ml (Nano Pigment Ink) shown with a plush black microfiber cloth, highlighting its ultra-black, water-resistant properties for fountain pen use.
Sailor
Kiwa Guro - 2ml (Nano Pigment Ink)
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Kiwa Guro - 2ml (Nano Pigment Ink) shown with a plush black microfiber cloth, highlighting its ultra-black, water-resistant properties for fountain pen use.
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Kiwa Guro - 2ml (Nano Pigment Ink)

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Sailor

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Red-orange watercolor swatch on white, showcasing Sailor's Ink Studio #473. Hand-painted edges highlight the 2ml dye-based ink's vibrant hue.
Sailor
Ink Studio #473 - 2ml
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Red-orange watercolor swatch on white, showcasing Sailor's Ink Studio #473. Hand-painted edges highlight the 2ml dye-based ink's vibrant hue.
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Ink Studio #473 - 2ml

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Nightshade - 2ml ink sample, showcasing a deep burgundy wash with varied saturation, highlighting Noodler's Ink's dye-based formula for versatile writing needs.
Noodler's Ink
Nightshade - 2ml
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Nightshade - 2ml ink sample, showcasing a deep burgundy wash with varied saturation, highlighting Noodler's Ink's dye-based formula for versatile writing needs.

Nightshade - 2ml

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V-Mail G.I. Green - 2ml ink swatch, displaying a dark green pigment sample on a white background, showcasing Noodler's Ink's diverse color range.
Noodler's Ink
V-Mail G.I. Green - 2ml
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V-Mail G.I. Green - 2ml ink swatch, displaying a dark green pigment sample on a white background, showcasing Noodler's Ink's diverse color range.

V-Mail G.I. Green - 2ml

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Ham #65 - 2ml ink sample, featuring an abstract blot of dark bluish-black pigment, representing Colorverse's plant-based, dye-based ink from the Trailblazer In Space Collection.
Colorverse
Ham #65 - 2ml
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Ham #65 - 2ml ink sample, featuring an abstract blot of dark bluish-black pigment, representing Colorverse's plant-based, dye-based ink from the Trailblazer In Space Collection.
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Leipziger Schwarz (2ml) ink swatch displays an amorphous, dark pool on white, with THE DESK BANDIT logo beneath, showcasing Rohrer & Klingner's hand-crafted quality.
Rohrer & Klingner
Leipziger Schwarz - 2ml
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Leipziger Schwarz (2ml) ink swatch displays an amorphous, dark pool on white, with THE DESK BANDIT logo beneath, showcasing Rohrer & Klingner's hand-crafted quality.

Leipziger Schwarz - 2ml

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Fernambuk (2ml) sample of Rohrer & Klingner dye-based ink, featuring an abstract red watercolor blotch on white background, with THE DESK BANDIT branding below.
Rohrer & Klingner
Fernambuk - 2ml
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Fernambuk (2ml) sample of Rohrer & Klingner dye-based ink, featuring an abstract red watercolor blotch on white background, with THE DESK BANDIT branding below.

Fernambuk - 2ml

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Rohrer & Klingner

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new Wearingeul Mr. Edward Hyde fountain pen ink, 30ml, featuring a deep purple swatch, ideal for creating unique shading and sheening effects in writing.
Wearingeul
Mr. Edward Hyde - 2ml
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Wearingeul Mr. Edward Hyde fountain pen ink, 30ml, featuring a deep purple swatch, ideal for creating unique shading and sheening effects in writing.
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new Wearingeul Dr. Henry Jekyll fountain pen ink, 30ml bottle, featuring a deep maroon hue with a slightly textured finish, ideal for enhancing classic literature-inspired writing experiences.
Wearingeul
Dr. Henry Jekyll - 2ml
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Wearingeul Dr. Henry Jekyll fountain pen ink, 30ml bottle, featuring a deep maroon hue with a slightly textured finish, ideal for enhancing classic literature-inspired writing experiences.
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Dr. Henry Jekyll - 2ml

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new Macro shot of Unknown Land - 25ml by Dominant Industry, showcasing the suede-like texture of the fountain pen ink's oil and dye-based formulation.
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Unknown Land - 2ml
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Unknown Land - 2ml

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new Tono & Lims Awa あわ fountain pen ink, 30ml, in muted teal with a paper-like texture, highlighting Desk Bandit's selection of quality writing supplies.
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Awa あわ - 2ml
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Tono & Lims Awa あわ fountain pen ink, 30ml, in muted teal with a paper-like texture, highlighting Desk Bandit's selection of quality writing supplies.
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Awa あわ - 2ml

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new Jacques Herbin Nude by Marc-Antoine fountain pen ink, 50ml, limited edition, featuring a warm, peachy-beige tone, ideal for elegant and refined writing experiences.
Jacques Herbin
Nude by Marc-Antoine (Limited Edition) - 2ml
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Jacques Herbin Nude by Marc-Antoine fountain pen ink, 50ml, limited edition, featuring a warm, peachy-beige tone, ideal for elegant and refined writing experiences.
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Nude by Marc-Antoine (Limited Edition) - 2ml

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Fumisome Lichen - 2ml Ink Sample Sold Out
Fumisome
Lichen - 2ml
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Lichen - 2ml

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3Oysters Gyeoul Haneul - 2ml Ink Sample Sold Out
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Gyeoul Haneul - 2ml
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3Oysters Navy Blue - 2ml Ink Sample Sold Out
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Navy Blue - 2ml
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Noodler's Ink Zhivago - 2ml Ink Sample Sold Out
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Zhivago - 2ml
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Abstract swatch of deep blue-purple pigment, representing Sailor's Ink Studio #442, a 2ml dye-based ink from a curated collection of 100 colors. Sold Out
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Ink Studio #442 - 2ml
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Abstract swatch of deep blue-purple pigment, representing Sailor's Ink Studio #442, a 2ml dye-based ink from a curated collection of 100 colors.
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Ink Studio #442 - 2ml

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