INK REVIEW: Noodler’s Baystate Concord Grape

Posted on by

Noodler’s Baystate Concord Grape Ink Swab

Disclaimer: While I usually scan the sheets of paper for my ink reviews, these images are coming right out of my iPhone. That explains the inconsistencies in color and quality.

Second Disclaimer: I realize that this post flies in the face of what I said last week about putting up with some other things as long as the color and saturation are there. What can I say? I’m fickle.

If you’ve been in the fountain pen community for any length of time, you  have probably heard of Noodler’s Baystate Blue. Famous for it’s amazing color and it’s amazing ability to stain (or even ruin?) your most loved pens.

But Blue isn’t the only Baystate color from Noodler’s. There is Concord Grape and also Cranberry.

Today, we discuss Concord Grape.

No likeie.

The color is what I expected – very saturated, very purple. No complaints there.

But here’s the problem….

Baystate Concord Grape – Apica Paper Test
Noodler’s Baystate Concord Grape – Levenger Paper Test
Noodler’s Baystate Concord Grape – HP 32lb Paper Test

It’s the feathering. Click on the images to see the full-size or have a look at these screenshots from the original images.

If it was just one paper (especially the Levenger, which has been questionable with a number of inks), I could let it go. The color is so great that a problem here or there is ok with me, but this ink was a problem on almost every paper I used.

I was using a Pilot Metropolitan (medium nib). It’s a pen I’m very familiar with and have had no problems with in the past. After the ink sat in this pen for a day or so, the flow was terrible – I eventually had to open the pen and give the squeezie converter thing a little squeeze to get things flowing again.

With most of my ink reviews, I use the ink regularly for an entire week before posting. I was only a few days into the week before I realized that I wasn’t reaching for this ink at all. It was making a mess out of my work notebook (a Rhodia) with all of its ugly feathering.

Now, of course, your mileage may vary and I’m no expert in pens and inks (just love me some pretty colors and shiny things). If you’ve tried Baystate Concord Grape, I would love to hear about your experiences.

4,723 thoughts on “INK REVIEW: Noodler’s Baystate Concord Grape”

  4. ремонт замков Ремонт замков – восстановление работоспособности замков любой конструкции. Выполняем ремонт любой сложности, продлевая срок службы вашего замка.

    Reply ↓

  10. корги Aesthetic Files – это не просто набор данных, это калейдоскоп впечатлений, где каждый файл – отражение моей души, увлечений и взглядов на мир. Здесь сериалы переплетаются с пылью старых книг, а жизнь, во всем ее многообразии, находит свое отражение в каждом пикселе.

    Reply ↓

  34. Unquestionably consider that which you stated. Your favourite justification appeared to be at the web the simplest factor to be aware of.
    I say to you, I definitely get irked at the same time as other people think
    about issues that they just don’t know about. You managed
    to hit the nail upon the highest and outlined out
    the entire thing without having side effect , other folks could take a signal.
    Will likely be again to get more. Thanks

    Reply ↓

  41. Контракт в армии – это стабильная форма службы с фиксированным доходом. Выплаты начисляются регулярно и официально. Условия известны заранее. Оформление проходит по установленному порядку: служба по контракту в сургуте

    Reply ↓

  42. https://writeablog.net/larrybrown190/discover-the-comfort-of-a-modern-gas-fireplace When I started looking into gas fireplaces, I didn’t expect the market to be this diverse. There are major differences between brands in terms of construction materials, burner systems, and flame presentation. Reading detailed product information and real usage feedback helped me understand what actually matters in the long run — things like maintenance access, fuel efficiency, and consistent performance. It’s definitely not something you want to choose only based on cost or appearance alone

    Reply ↓

  49. Greetings from Colorado! I’m bored to tears at work so
    I decided to check out your blog on my iphone during lunch break.
    I really like the info you provide here and can’t wait to take a look when I
    get home. I’m amazed at how fast your blog loaded on my mobile ..
    I’m not even using WIFI, just 3G .. Anyhow,
    very good blog!

    Reply ↓

Leave a Reply to 1xbet_eusi Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *