19057 VMail Mandalay Maroon

This ink holds up beautifully on paper without smudging, and the water resistance is a huge plus for my daily journaling. The rich maroon color is exactly what I was hoping for, and the 3 oz bottle is generous for the price.

The water-resistant claim held up perfectly through a coffee spill on my desk—the page wiped clean with zero smudging. That rich maroon shade has a depth that shifts from brick to wine depending on the nib, and the 3 oz bottle feels endless for the price.

Finally an ink that survives my commute without smearing when I inevitably get caught in rain. The bottle's a generous 3oz and the water-resistance holds up on cheap paper after just a few seconds of drying, which is all I need for signing documents.