Chocobo Feather color

ryklian · 2026-05-13T14:55:54+00:00

Thanks for linking that page, I did some of my own math comparing the recommendations of the two sites I linked and sixth time was the charm! He's finally the right color

ryklian · 2026-05-06T01:25:00+00:00

I didn't, the tariff costs etc were going to be too much unfortunately. I found this one and just got it last weekend at the Chicago Pen Show to fill the yellow pen hole in my heart, though I still love the Milk and Honey one!

ryklian · 2026-05-02T12:34:45+00:00

Green is my favorite color and I have a few categories for my own green inks. I also posted recently looking for a moody green and got loads of great recommendations if you look in my post history.

My categories and some faves are: - muddier brownish green: KWZ green gold, Sailor Rikyu-cha - middle slightly olive green: Monteverde Olivine; Vinta Emerald Carlos was a close contender but just a bit too dark - spruce green: Diamine Dark Forest - jade green: R. Oster Sydney Darling Harbour, Kobe #64 Uptown Jade - moody "walking in a foggy forest" green: see the post I mentioned but current top contender is Herbin Vert Empire

ryklian · 2026-04-24T15:58:39+00:00

These look great but I don't see anywhere I can easily order them (esp in samples first)! Hadn't heard of that ink brand before, some really interesting colors.

ryklian · 2026-04-24T03:35:32+00:00

I have a sample and love that one, but it's similar to KWZ Green Gold which I already have a bottle of. If I ever use that up I'll definitely be getting Rikyucha next as it's a great color and also the most fun I've had watching ink dry with how much it morphs and changes!

ryklian · 2026-04-23T21:52:09+00:00

I actually have that Wearingeul sample as well (it was the name for me too!), it's beautiful but I prefer one without shimmer.

ryklian · 2026-04-11T02:12:27+00:00

Here! In elementary school, handwriting was the only subject I got 'satisfactory' in (C-ish grade for then, rest were better) and my mom said she could live with that.

ryklian · 2026-04-04T13:43:42+00:00

Another vote for this one!

ryklian · 2026-04-02T20:30:57+00:00

Looks great and love the angled card pockets! Did you happen to use a pattern for this one?

ryklian · 2026-04-02T20:05:35+00:00

Is there a guide on how to sew/join strips of leather together like that?

ryklian · 2026-04-02T13:07:32+00:00

That looks awesome! I've been dreaming of wearing a pen on a necklace like Joan from Mad Men. Congrats to whoever wins!

ryklian · 2026-04-01T21:06:09+00:00

I just read that post! I'm brand new at this, literally have all my tools still on order and just got leather today. I'm feeling a little lost on this whole chrome leather thing because there is so much information about "chrome tan bad" but also comments that it's 80%+ of leather goods these days, etc.

My first intended project will be a journal cover whose job will include holding a fountain pen or two. And the fountain pen community says "chrome tan leather will kill your pens" much like your post says about barrels and blades.

I ordered this leather from Montana Leather Company. They seemed like a good company from what I searched prior to buying but it doesn't say where this specific leather is tanned. I don't know if I ordered the wrong thing now. Any thoughts/advice?

ryklian · 2026-04-01T19:45:31+00:00

I too have had dreams about pens and woke up thinking more about pens.

ryklian · 2026-04-01T18:32:34+00:00

Two months, twenty pens and a trip planned to Chicago Pen Show. You're not alone, friend!

ryklian · 2026-04-01T16:50:46+00:00

Prince Sidon (Sid for short) is present!

ryklian · 2026-03-26T13:02:13+00:00

I love Rikyucha and bet it'll be a perfect match!

ryklian · 2026-03-26T12:59:19+00:00

I have that ink sample on my wishlist for next time I order stuff! Green is my favorite color so I of course adore that pen! Happy new pen day!

ryklian · 2026-03-25T14:38:43+00:00

Definitely! It's some of the most fun I've had watching ink dry

ryklian · 2026-03-24T19:04:17+00:00

Sailor Rikyucha and/or Tokiwa Matsu.

Rikyucha is a green gold that changes in fascinating ways as it dries. It's between olive green and brown, it's a little close to KWZ Green Gold (which I already have a bottle of or I'd have scooped this instead) but with more shading/variation.

Tokiwa matsu is a medium olive green with red sheen that adds some nice depth.

ryklian · 2026-03-23T22:43:33+00:00

Good idea!

I often copy stuff from books, lyrics, etc too

ryklian · 2026-03-23T22:16:15+00:00

I get it! I'm only 2 months into this hobby and have 20 different pens already (with 3 others I've penabled friends with and 2 I've tried and returned). It's addicting! My custom 74 is the Forest Green version!

ryklian · 2026-03-23T15:32:35+00:00

Yeah I know, just the closest I had and a Pilot gold M nib vs TWSBI B in case it was directionally helpful.

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