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U.S. Orders:
- Free Shipping: We offer free shipping for all U.S. orders over $20, including Alaska and Hawaii.
- Standard Shipping Fee: For U.S. orders below $20, a flat shipping fee of $5.99 will be applied.
International Orders:
- Shipping Rates: International shipping rates are calculated based on the weight of the package and the destination country.
- Exclusions: Currently, we do not offer shipping to Russia and South Africa.
Quietly confident and endlessly usable, the Kaweco Smokey Grey Ink Bottle brings a refined neutral to everyday writing. Its cool, silver-grey tone reads clean and composed on the page, offering contrast without starkness for notes, journals, and professional correspondence.
Craftsmanship & Color
This understated grey leans balanced and modern, with a soft translucency that suits both minimal layouts and sketch annotations. The hue sits comfortably between light graphite and slate, adding character while preserving clarity across a variety of papers.
Writing Experience
Expect reliable flow and legible lines that pair well with extra-fine through broad nibs. The ink shows gentle shading on quality paper, lending texture to headers and margins without overwhelming text. It is a practical daily choice that stays readable in margin notes and long-form entries alike.
Technical Specifications
- Color: smokey grey (cool, silver-grey tone)
- Ink type: dye-based, water-soluble
- Format: bottled fountain pen ink
- Shading: light to moderate, varies by nib and paper
- Compatibility: standard fountain pens using converters or piston mechanisms
Had not tried the Kaweco inks before so I ordered two a Smokey Grey and Midnight Blue. Both are clear, flow nicely, and the grey doesn't show much on the Tomoe River paper. Nice inks.
