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product_id: 4090033
title: "4001 Bottled Ink for Fountain Pens, Brilliant Black, 62.5ml, 1 Each (329144)"
brand: "pelikan"
price: "A$35"
currency: AUD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Pelikan"
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# Brilliant deep black pigment 62.5ml easy-fill bottle design 125+ years heritage ink formula 4001 Bottled Ink for Fountain Pens, Brilliant Black, 62.5ml, 1 Each (329144)

**Brand:** pelikan
**Price:** A$35
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🖤 Elevate your writing game with the ink that’s been defining brilliance for over a century!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** 4001 Bottled Ink for Fountain Pens, Brilliant Black, 62.5ml, 1 Each (329144) by pelikan
- **How much does it cost?** A$35 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.au](https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/4090033-4001-bottled-ink-for-fountain-pens-brilliant-black-62-5ml)

## Best For

- pelikan enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted pelikan brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Smart Bottle Design:** Innovative side-tilt bottle lets you fill your pen effortlessly, using every drop without waste.
- • **Timeless Ink Formula:** Crafted from a 125-year-old recipe that safeguards your fountain pen and nib for lasting performance.
- • **Universal Compatibility:** Perfectly engineered for Pelikan and most plunger/converter fountain pens—versatility meets tradition.
- • **Flawless Flow & Definition:** Experience smooth, even ink flow with sharp, bold line clarity every time you write.
- • **Made in Germany Excellence:** Premium quality ink manufactured with precision, trusted by pen aficionados worldwide.

## Overview

Pelikan 4001 Bottled Ink in Brilliant Black is a 62.5ml premium fountain pen ink developed from a 125-year-old formula. It delivers smooth, consistent flow and sharp line definition while protecting your pen’s nib. Compatible with Pelikan and many other fountain pens using plunger or converter filling systems, this German-made ink combines heritage craftsmanship with modern convenience, making it a must-have for vintage pen enthusiasts and professionals alike.

## Description

Pelikan 4001 Bottled Ink for Fountain Pens contains an ink formula that was developed over 125 years ago. This bold color ink protects both fountain pen and nib and produces clear line definition with an even flow. Made in Germany, this bottled ink is for use with traditional Pelikan fountain pens and many other brands with plunger mechanism and converter. Easily tip the bottle on its side to fill fountain pen with every drop of ink. Brilliant Black, 62.5ml.

Review: The best ink for vintage pens. (sorry Quink) - The decision of Sheaffer to discontinue the Skrip line left me scrambling to find replacements. I use all kinds of black inks in my pens, from Kaweco, Pilot, Sailor (I quite love Gentle Black), Platinum (carbon black is another favorite), Monteverde . et al.. But Sheaffer had a very special place on my shelf. It was THE black ink that i used in any pen, regardless of vintage or how long i was planning on leaving it in there. I knew it would flow easily, wash out easily and give me a dark black line. I've used it since i was a boy in old Sheaffer pens, from the mid90s flat top range (which were the first such pens i used), to Parkers, Vintage pens of all kinds. I've just never had trouble with this ink. I never was easily able to find a replacement. Parker Quink Black is a very easy ink to clean but is not terribly dark, even as it is very wet. Herbin Perle is gorgeous but i find it tends to dry out very quickly and it is so saturated, i try to use it very quickly in vintage pens. Pelikan, i initially bought to use in pens that have noticeable nib creep, but it is such a phenomenal ink, I've just switched bit by bit, to using it in everything. It isn't as dry an ink as i assumed it would be; nevertheless, in pens with very light flow, i find this ink actually shades up a bit. It's super dark, matte-black normally. It writes smoothly in every pen i've tried. Funnily, Pelikan Blue-Black has taken Skrip Blue-Black's place on my shelf as well. It's every bit as good (if not better). I should mention waterfastness, or "bulletproofness" is not something i typically look for in an ink. I don't care in the slightest for such properties - I actively seek inks that don't have these properties - i just use these inks as daily writers, and so weigh my opinions accordingly. For anyone with a vintage pen collection trying to avoid more alkaline Japanese inks and looking for a nice dark black which won't dry out in a sac or aerometric convertor, this is really the first (and maybe only) ink you should need.
Review: Beautiful ink - Beautiful color and gray quality ink. I can't wait to buy more colors.

## Features

- Ink formula developed over 125 years ago protects both fountain pen and nib
- Ink produces clear line definition with an even flow
- For traditional pelikan fountain pens and many other brands with plunger mechanism and converter
- Tip the bottle on its side to fill fountain pen with every drop of ink
- Made in Germany

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B001TBM2XC |
| Best Sellers Rank | #5,114 in Office Products ( See Top 100 in Office Products ) #3 in Bottled Pen Ink #495 in Ink Pen Refills |
| Brand | Pelikan |
| Closure | Converter |
| Color | Brilliant Black |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (23,924) |
| Date First Available | February 16, 2009 |
| Ink Color | Black |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 6.2 ounces |
| Item model number | 329144 |
| Manufacturer | Pelikan |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 329144 |
| Material Type | Ink |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Point Type | bold |
| Product Dimensions | 3 x 1.63 x 2.75 inches |
| Size | 2.1 fl oz |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Pelikan
- **Global Trade Identification Number:** 00014173315021, 04012700329141
- **Item Volume:** 62.5 Milliliters
- **Package Information:** Bottle
- **Paint Type:** Tintenfass

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The best ink for vintage pens. (sorry Quink)
*by C***G on December 18, 2023*

The decision of Sheaffer to discontinue the Skrip line left me scrambling to find replacements. I use all kinds of black inks in my pens, from Kaweco, Pilot, Sailor (I quite love Gentle Black), Platinum (carbon black is another favorite), Monteverde . et al.. But Sheaffer had a very special place on my shelf. It was THE black ink that i used in any pen, regardless of vintage or how long i was planning on leaving it in there. I knew it would flow easily, wash out easily and give me a dark black line. I've used it since i was a boy in old Sheaffer pens, from the mid90s flat top range (which were the first such pens i used), to Parkers, Vintage pens of all kinds. I've just never had trouble with this ink. I never was easily able to find a replacement. Parker Quink Black is a very easy ink to clean but is not terribly dark, even as it is very wet. Herbin Perle is gorgeous but i find it tends to dry out very quickly and it is so saturated, i try to use it very quickly in vintage pens. Pelikan, i initially bought to use in pens that have noticeable nib creep, but it is such a phenomenal ink, I've just switched bit by bit, to using it in everything. It isn't as dry an ink as i assumed it would be; nevertheless, in pens with very light flow, i find this ink actually shades up a bit. It's super dark, matte-black normally. It writes smoothly in every pen i've tried. Funnily, Pelikan Blue-Black has taken Skrip Blue-Black's place on my shelf as well. It's every bit as good (if not better). I should mention waterfastness, or "bulletproofness" is not something i typically look for in an ink. I don't care in the slightest for such properties - I actively seek inks that don't have these properties - i just use these inks as daily writers, and so weigh my opinions accordingly. For anyone with a vintage pen collection trying to avoid more alkaline Japanese inks and looking for a nice dark black which won't dry out in a sac or aerometric convertor, this is really the first (and maybe only) ink you should need.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Beautiful ink
*by D***H on December 29, 2025*

Beautiful color and gray quality ink. I can't wait to buy more colors.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Green Color ink with exceptional flow
*by C***R on December 12, 2025*

I wanted to share my experience with your product. I have been using Mont Blanc Irish Green ink for 20 years, though the price has steadily increased over time. Out of curiosity, I tried your ink, and I’m pleased to say it performs beautifully in my Mont Blanc fountain pens. The color closely matches Mont Blanc’s Irish Green, and the flow is exceptionally smooth. I’ve experimented with green inks from other brands in the past but always returned to Mont Blanc—until now. I’m delighted to have found a new favorite.

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