4001 is the core ink range from this lauded German manufacturer and was first introduced in 1898. It is one of the most reliable and well-behaved inks available and is our pick at Bookbinders Design for a no-nonsense ink that is safe in pens new and old.

Pelikan 4001Blue Black is one of the best Blue Blacks out. A document ink in production for over 100 years, this is a great semi-permanent ink with archival properties.

Available in a six pack of Standard International Short cartridges, 4001 is the definition of bang-for-your-buck.