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Description
Loved by sketchers and note-takers, Noodler's Lexington Gray is a cool, pencil-like grey fountain pen ink that becomes permanent on paper once it dries. This is the big 4.5oz (133ml) bottle, item 19804.
Key highlights
- Colour: cool, graphite or pencil grey
- Property: 'bulletproof': bonds with cellulose paper when dry
- Water resistance: high once dry
- Best for: sketching, line art and everyday notes
- Volume: 4.5oz / 133ml
- Item number: 19804
- Made in: USA
The look of pencil, the permanence of ink
Lexington Gray writes in a soft, cool grey that looks a lot like graphite. Unlike pencil, though, it will not smudge once dry. Noodler's classifies it as a 'bulletproof' ink: it reacts with the cellulose in paper and becomes permanent, while any excess on the surface can rinse away.
Why artists love it
Urban sketchers and illustrators use Lexington Gray for line work because the grey is gentle and does not dominate a drawing. Once dry, it resists water well, so you can add light colour over it. A heavy wet brush may lift a little surface ink, so test with your own paper and paints before a big piece.
Good for everyday writing too
- A calm, low-contrast colour for long note-taking sessions
- Durable for envelopes, forms and labels
- Ideal for people who prefer pencil tones but want permanence
Tips
Use good paper, because cheaper paper can feather with this ink. As with any permanent ink, clean your pen with water regularly and do not let it dry out inside the nib.
Frequently asked questions
Is it really waterproof?
It is highly water resistant once fully dry on cellulose paper; excess surface ink may lift slightly.
Is it safe for my fountain pen?
Yes, it is designed for fountain pens. Flush the pen when changing inks.
Why buy the large bottle?
If you sketch or write a lot, 133ml lasts a very long time and is excellent value.
Pen pairing ideas
Pair Lexington Gray with a fine or extra-fine nib for sketching, or a flexible nib for expressive line work in a sketchbook.
Noodler's Lexington Gray: specifications
- Brand: Noodler's Ink (USA)
- Item: 19804
- Colour: cool grey
- Water resistant: yes (bulletproof on cellulose paper)
- Shimmer: no
- Volume: 4.5oz / 133ml
- Bottle: glass
- Made in: USA
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Technical Specification
Title
Noodler's 19804 Lexington Gray Ink Bottle, Grey - 133ml
Brand
Noodler's
Collection
Grey
Product Origin
USA
Product Type
Ink Bottle
Colour
Grey
Fast Drying
No
Shimmer
No
Water Resistant
Yes
Size
133ml
Bottle Material
Glass
Diameter
14.3mm
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