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Monteverde Midnight Black Ink Bottle - 30ml
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Monteverde Midnight Black Ink Bottle - 30ml
A key feature of this ink is Monteverde’s proprietary Ink Treatment Formula (ITF). The manufacturer states that ITF “drastically improves ink-flow quality, extends cap-off time, and lubricates and protects the ink feeding systems from corrosion and clogging.”
Performance highlights include:
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Smooth, consistent flow — users report that even after leaving a pen uncapped for a time, the ink holds up well.
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High saturation for a dye-based black; clear dark lines without appearing washed out.
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Standard glass bottle, 30 ml size (1.01 oz) — convenient for regular use and compatible with fountain pens, converter/piston fillers, etc.
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Though not marketed as water-proof or pigmented, it offers good everyday performance and reliable permanence for standard writing tasks. (It is dye-based, not pigment-based.)
Specifications & Packaging
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Brand / Collection: Monteverde USA – Core Collection
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Colour Name / SKU: Midnight Black (G309MB for 30 ml)
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Volume: 30 ml (≈1.01 oz) glass bottle
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Ink Type: Dye-based fountain pen ink with ITF lubrication and flow enhancement
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Bottle Material: Glass, standard sized to accommodate fountain pen refilling
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Features Highlighted: Lubricated, Nontoxic, ITF technology
Midnight Black is especially well-suited for:
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Writers who require a deep, dependable black ink for everyday correspondence, note-taking, business use or academic writing.
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Fountain-pen users looking for an ink with smooth flow and minimal fuss — especially when using pens that benefit from a well-flowing ink.
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Those who appreciate the flexibility of using bottled ink (versus cartridges) and who value a stable, classic colour.
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Good for both fine-nib and broader-nib use due to its saturation and flow behaviour.
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As with any ink: quality of the paper and nib matter. To get the best out of the colour and flow, use fountain-pen friendly, low-bleed, good-quality paper.
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While the ink performs well in everyday usage, because it is dye-based (not pigment-based) it may not meet more demanding archival, waterproof, or fade-resistant requirements.
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Some users in fountain-pen communities have reported occasional issues with older bottles of Monteverde inks (mould, odd smell, etc.). For example:
“More than 7 bottles of Monteverde inks have gone bad with very foul smell…”
Therefore it is wise to inspect any newly acquired bottle (check for unusual odour, sediment, clarity) and store it upright, cap tightly, in a cool dry place to minimise risk of contamination. -
Because flow is smooth and fairly generous, if you use very absorbent paper or an ultra-fine nib you may notice slightly longer drying times or light feathering compared to more conservative inks — so test if you are using delicate setups.
Product Information
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Brand: Monteverde (USA) — Core Collection.
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Colour: “Midnight Black” — a true black fountain pen ink.
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Volume: 30 ml (≈1.01 oz) glass bottle.
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Ink type: Dye-based fountain pen ink (not pigment) with Monteverde’s “ITF” (Ink Treatment Formula) for improved flow, cap-off time and feed system lubrication.
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Bottle material: Glass.
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Model / SKU: G309MB for the 30 ml size.
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Features: Lubricated flow, nontoxic, no shimmer stated.
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The Ink Treatment Formula (ITF) is highlighted by Monteverde: “improves ink-flow quality, extends cap-off time, and lubricates your fountain pen feeding system from corrosion and clogging.”
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According to a review:
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Dry time around ~20 seconds on good paper (Tomoe River) in one test.
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The ink exhibited a little shading and a tiny bronze sheen in large swabs, though mostly it behaves as a solid black.
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On lower-quality absorbent paper some feathering / show-through observed.
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From the JetPens spec page:
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Bottle size: 30 ml / 1.0 oz
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Dimensions approx. Height 6.4 cm / 2.5″, Length/Width ~3.5 cm.
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Ideal for fountain pen users who need a classic black ink: strong legibility, formal appearance, everyday writing, business notes, signatures.
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Works well with fountain-pen-friendly paper; gives good performance with medium or broader nibs, especially when you want dependable full-black lines.
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Because it’s not marketed as archival/pigmented (it’s dye-based), for applications requiring high water-resistance or permanence you may want to check review results or use a different pigment-based ink.
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Suitable for most fountain pens that take bottled ink (converter, piston fill, eyedropper etc).
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Colour behaviour: While primarily a classic black, in certain conditions (premium paper + broad nib + wet writer) there may be a hint of bronze sheen visible. Reviewers noted this is subtle.
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Paper/nib sensitivity: On very absorbent or lower-grade paper you may see some feathering or “flatness” in appearance compared to premium settings.
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Bottle & size info: 30 ml size with SKU G309MB. Also available in 90 ml size in the catalogue.
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Some users in the fountain pen community have raised concerns about quality-control issues with Monteverde inks (e.g., mould, odd smells) — though not universally experienced. For example:
“More than 7 bottles of Monteverde inks have gone bad with very foul smell…”
This does not reflect a confirmed widespread defect, but indicates that if you buy a bottle, it’s wise to inspect it (smell, clarity, sediment) before filling a high-value pen. -
Storage and handling: keep the bottle upright, tightly capped, in a cool dry place for best longevity. Because flow is generous, if you use an ultra fine nib and paper that's thin/absorbent you might notice longer dry times or bleed—so test first if you have such a setup.
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