Sailor Manyo Ink Bottle (Sumomo - 50 ML) 13-2009-221

Sailor Manyo Ink Bottle (Sumomo - 50 ML) 13-2009-221

Product Snapshot

• Product Name: Sailor Manyo Ink “Sumomo”

• Model / Code: 13?2009?221

• Edition: Part of the Manyo Ink series (4th edition group)

• Volume: 50?mL

• Ink Type: Water?based dye ink

• Bottle Dimensions (approx.): W 53 × D 44 × H 70 mm

• Package: Comes in a paperboard box ~ 55 × 47 × 76 mm

• Weight with packaging: ~203?g

• Barcode / EAN: 49?01680?19825?3

???? Inspiration & Color Narrative

• The Manyo Ink line takes its name from Manyoshu (???), one of Japan’s oldest and most revered poetry anthologies. Sailor uses natural and floral motifs from Japanese tradition to inspire the ink colors.

• “Sumomo” refers to the plum (or Japanese plum) flower, which blooms earlier than cherry blossoms and is considered a herald of spring.

• The intent is to evoke the delicate warmth and bloom of early spring—a light flourish of color amid seasonal transition.

???? Color Characteristics & Behavior

• Hue / Tone: Sumomo is described as a pink?red or “red (Sumomo)” tone.

• Shading: It offers light to moderate shading, which gives some variation in tone depending on nib size, paper absorption, and saturation.

• Shimmer / Sheen: There is no shimmer or glitter in Sumomo, and it does not present strong sheening effects.

• Water Resistance: It is not water-resistant. Exposure to water is likely to cause smearing or loss of color.

• Flow & Performance: It is formulated to be safe for fountain pens, with a smooth flow in many pens.

• Drying Time: As a typical dye ink, drying time will depend on paper type, nib wetness, and ink load. No special fast-dry formulation is indicated.

???? Usage & Practical Notes

• Sumomo works well in fountain pens that accept bottled ink (via converter, piston fill, or eyedropper).

• Because it is a dye ink and not water-resistant, it's better suited for personal writing, journaling, and decorative purposes rather than archival or legal documents.

• Regular cleaning (flushing) is recommended to prevent any residue buildup, especially with saturated or richly colored inks.

• As with many specialty inks, some users find that Sailor Manyo inks can lean toward being dry, especially in finer or less wet pens. Some users mitigate this by adjusting feed, using wetter pens, or adding minimal (very small) amounts of surfactants or “flow enhancers.”

???? Pricing & Availability (as of current listings)

• On Scooboo (India), the MRP is ?1,870 (incl. taxes) for the 50?mL Sumomo variant.

• On P.W. Akkerman (Europe / international retailer), Sumomo is priced at ?2,650.56 in their listing.

• On Goulet Pens, it is listed at $24.00 (USD) for the 50?mL bottle.

• On Goldspot Pens, it's also listed at $24.00 (USD) for 50?mL.

• On Makkura (France), it is described as in?stock and available for European customers.

???? Suggested Description / Marketing Copy (Long)

Sailor Manyo Ink “Sumomo” • 50?mL
A poetic celebration of early spring in your writing. This delicate pink?red ink is inspired by the sumomo (plum blossom), which blooms ahead of cherry blossoms and signals the coming of spring. Part of Sailor’s Manyo series—drawing from Manyoshu poetry and ancient Japanese nature imagery—this ink brings elegance and softness to your pen strokes.

In your fountain pen, Sumomo flows with grace, delivering a smooth, consistent line. Expect gentle shading, from lighter blush to stronger pink-red tones, depending on nib, ink load, and paper. While it isn’t water-resistant or richly sheening, it excels in delivering a clear, expressive color full of character.

Encased in a solid square glass bottle (53 × 44 × 70?mm) with a paperboard box, Sumomo is designed for both style and practicality. It’s safe for all fountain pens, and its refined tone invites you to celebrate the subtle beauty of seasonal change with every word.