What is the difference difference between the Bombay ink and the hydrous watercolor?

The Hydrus Watercolor can be reactivated with water after it's dry, and the Bombay Ink is waterproof. While wet, both act very similarly. Both are pigmented and do not use dyes, so neither will fade for many years, and both possess very similar transparency. Hydrus Watercolor will not clog pens because it readily dissolves in water.

Can these inks be used with dip pens for calligraphy?

The Dr. PH Martin's Bombay India Inks can be ussed with dip pens for Calligraphy. They should not, however, be used in fountain pens, as it will clog them quickly, and the clean up effort is nearly impossible.

if you are a watercolorist, have you tried these, alongside more traditional wc paints? if so, how well did they perform together? (thank you)

I've used these with both professional Holbein paint and student grade Winsor & Newton paint. They blend, mix and lift just the same.

How do you apply the ink?

I use these inks as a permanent watercolor. I allow the first layer to draw before the next. All layers are very diluted. It's a very concentrated ink and will go a long way.

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Dr. Ph. Martin's Bombay India Ink (Set 1) Ink Set, 1.0 oz, Set 1 Colors, 1 Set of 12 Bottles

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Brand
Dr. Ph.
Global Trade Identification Number
Item Volume
30 Milliliters
Package Information
Bottle
Paint Type
Watercolor

🎨12 vibrant colors

💧waterproof & permanent

🖋️dropper bottles for precision

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Description

🎨 Unlock your masterpiece with every drop!

MIX MATCH PALETTE - Includes a custom mixing palette to blend unique shades and unlock your signature style.
VERSATILE APPLICATION - Compatible with brushes, dip pens, technical pens, and airbrushes for limitless creativity.
WATERPROOF PERMANENT - Once dry, inks resist water and fading—perfect for lasting professional artwork.
VIBRANT SPECTRUM MASTERY - 12 brilliantly pigmented, lightfast colors to elevate every creative project.
PRECISION DROPPER BOTTLES - Each 1.0 oz glass bottle features a dropper for mess-free, exact ink control.

Dr. Ph. Martin's Bombay India Ink Set 1 offers 12 premium 1.0 oz glass bottles of vibrant, lightfast, and waterproof India inks. Designed for precision with dropper stoppers and a mixing palette, these inks deliver professional-grade permanence and versatility across multiple artistic tools and surfaces.

Specifications

ASIN	B0056AE8G6
Best Sellers Rank	#34,860 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ( See Top 100 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ) #57 in Drawing Inks
Brand Name	Dr. Ph. Martin's
Container Type	Bottle
Customer Reviews	4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (1,473)
Global Trade Identification Number	00090385480016
Item Type Name	Ink Set
Item Weight	2.4 Pounds
Manufacturer	Salis International, Inc.
Manufacturer Part Number	BOMB10OZSET1
Model Number	BOMB10OZSET1
Number of Items	1
Paint Type	Watercolor
UPC	090385480016
Unit Count	12.0 Fluid Ounces
Volume	30 Milliliters
Warranty Description	No Warranty

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