Comments on Everyday Correspondence: J. Herbin Diabolo Menthe Review on Clairefontaine ...

I really like this ink - the color. I'm findi...

2010-03-16T09:58:53.699-04:00

I really like this ink - the color. I'm finding it not such a smooth writer, quite different from the other Herbins I've used. For some reason, it seems to me to be 'grabby' on the paper - I've tried it on both Rhodia and Clairfontaine. I tried it in 4 different pens - 2 Jinhao, a Bulow, and my favorite Mont Blanc and the experience is pretty consistent. I seemed to have a better experience with an earlier pen, but don't have it handy. I think it may work better with a broad point nib. For what it's worth!

Beth, Brilliant, now I have a legitimate excuse ...

2009-11-27T23:09:37.682-05:00

Beth,

Brilliant, now I have a legitimate excuse to purchase a BB nib... and a new pen to go with it.

Thanks for the suggestion!

James

I suspect in a B or BB nib, this will be glorious!...

2009-11-27T19:11:52.905-05:00

I suspect in a B or BB nib, this will be glorious!

You're ever so welcome, Eliza. I appreciate i...

2009-11-13T02:49:22.519-05:00

You're ever so welcome, Eliza. I appreciate it when readers help give the site direction by letting me know what they'd like to see.

James

Thank you! I agree, the color does seem to be a go...

2009-11-12T19:37:00.586-05:00

Thank you! I agree, the color does seem to be a good match for the season! I can see it working in late spring, too.