19853 Black Swan Australian Roses

The color is genuinely complex—it shifts from a deep burgundy to a dusky purple depending on the nib and paper, which keeps every writing session interesting. The 16 oz bottle is a commitment, but at this price per ounce, it's hard to complain about having too much of a good thing.

The color shifts beautifully from a deep burgundy to a muted rose depending on the paper, which keeps every page interesting. It dries quickly enough for left-handed writing, though I wish the bottle had a wider opening for easy filling.

The color really shifts beautifully as it dries—dark purple one moment, moody maroon the next. It flows well in my everyday pen, though it does take a little longer to dry than I'd like on coated paper.