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Graf von Faber-Castell
Garnet Red
Reds & pinks
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A premium line from the Faber-Castell family brand, with muted, refined tones aimed at the higher end of the hobby.
Specs
Color familyReds & pinks
Approx. hex#8E2E3E
SheenNot typically noted
BrandGraf von Faber-Castell
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About Graf von Faber-Castell
Relaunched in 1978 as Faber-Castell's premium line, Graf von Faber-Castell focuses on fine materials — wood, precious resin, platinum-plated fittings — aimed at the higher end of the hobby.
Germany
Founded 1978 (revived)
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Paper & pairing notes
Reds and pinks show the most dramatic shading of any color family — expect real variation between the edges and center of each letter. This ink will behave predictably on most fountain-pen-friendly paper. Cheap, highly absorbent paper (standard copier paper) will dull any ink's saturation and can cause feathering or bleed-through with wetter nibs.
Storing and using the bottle
Bottled fountain pen ink has an effectively long shelf life when kept capped and out of direct sunlight — most inks remain usable for years. The main risk isn't the ink spoiling, it's a pen sitting inked and unused for weeks: that's what causes clogs, not the ink's age.
Frequently asked questions
What color family is Garnet Red?
Garnet Red falls into Inktend's reds & pinks family based on its typical swatch color.
Does Garnet Red have sheen?
Garnet Red is not typically noted for sheen. If you want that effect, browse similarly colored inks tagged with sheen in the ink library.
How should I store a bottle of Garnet Red?
Bottled fountain pen ink has an effectively long shelf life when kept capped and out of direct sunlight — most inks remain usable for years. The main risk isn't the ink spoiling, it's a pen sitting inked and unused for weeks: that's what causes clogs, not the ink's age.
What paper works best with Garnet Red?
Reds and pinks show the most dramatic shading of any color family — expect real variation between the edges and center of each letter. This ink will behave predictably on most fountain-pen-friendly paper. Cheap, highly absorbent paper (standard copier paper) will dull any ink's saturation and can cause feathering or bleed-through with wetter nibs.
Similar shades
Color shown is a close digital approximation of a typical swatch, not a calibrated color match.