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 4001Brilliant Brown is a great "classic brown" if there is such a thing with just enough shading to give it character,

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