Will this ink work with any fountain pen?

Yes, it works with standard fountain pens and filling systems including converters, piston fillers, and eyedroppers. The formulation is designed for fountain pen use.

How does this gray compare to diluted black ink?

This gray is formulated as its own color rather than thinned black, so it has a warmer undertone and more consistent shading behavior. It won't look like faded writing the way some diluted blacks can.

Does the ink show shading or is it a flat gray?

It shows shading on absorbent paper, meaning you'll see variations in tone based on ink flow and nib width. On less absorbent paper it appears more uniform.

What does Luhui mean?

Luhui is a Chinese word referring to the ash left from burning. The name reflects the color inspiration, which comes from the range of grays found in burnt materials.

How long does a 50ml bottle typically last?

That depends on how much you write and how many pens you keep inked, but 50ml is enough for several months of regular daily writing for most users.

Shanghai Stationary Ink - Luhui - 50ml

The 3-second version

Gray tone derived from the color spectrum of burnt materials and ash
50ml bottle provides extended use for regular fountain pen writers
Formulation works with standard converters and filling systems
Subtler color than bold blacks or saturated blues
Glass bottle requires careful handling

Why it's on GiftsFeed

Fountain pen ink in a shade inspired by the gray spectrum of ash

Most gray inks are either diluted black or mixed from blue and red, which means they either look washed-out or shift purple under certain light. This one starts from a color concept rooted in observation of actual materials, so the tone feels grounded rather than arbitrary. That matters if you write enough to notice when your ink looks timid on the page or clashes with certain paper stocks. The reference to ash gives it a warmth that suits everyday writing without the starkness of pure black.

Good gift when

People who write daily and want a gray that isn't washed-out black
Fountain pen users looking for a neutral tone with more character than blue or black
Anyone who prefers subtlety in their writing but needs clear definition
Writers who notice how ink color interacts with different paper types

Skip it if This gray may feel too subdued if you prefer bold, saturated ink colors that stand out on the page.

Specs

Volume: 50ml
Type: Fountain pen ink
Color: Ash gray
Brand: Shanghai Stationary

What's included

One 50ml bottle of Luhui fountain pen ink

If you're giving it

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Ink bottles ship as functional supplies rather than wrapped gifts.

The details

This fountain pen ink takes its name and color inspiration from a Chinese word for the varied grays that appear in burnt materials. The resulting shade sits somewhere in the spectrum between charcoal darkness and pale flakes, offering a gray that carries more character than simple black or silver.

The 50ml glass bottle holds enough ink for extended use, whether you're filling a converter regularly or prefer to keep multiple pens inked at once. The formulation works with standard fountain pen filling systems and flows consistently across nib sizes.

Gray ink occupies a useful middle ground for people who want definition without the formality of black or the softness of blue. This particular gray references a natural process rather than industrial pigment, which gives it a warmer undertone than typical office grays. It shows shading on absorbent paper and maintains readability on cheaper stock.

The bottle design is straightforward, with a wide enough opening to accommodate most nib widths during filling. The label identifies the color name in both English and Chinese characters. Once opened, the ink should be stored upright and away from direct sunlight to maintain consistency.

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Shanghai Stationary Ink - Luhui - 50ml

Shanghai Stationary's Luhui delivers a nuanced gray tone drawn from traditional Chinese color vocabulary

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The 3-second version

Gray tone derived from the color spectrum of burnt materials and ash
50ml bottle provides extended use for regular fountain pen writers
Formulation works with standard converters and filling systems
Subtler color than bold blacks or saturated blues
Glass bottle requires careful handling

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Will this ink work with any fountain pen?: Yes, it works with standard fountain pens and filling systems including converters, piston fillers, and eyedroppers. The formulation is designed for fountain pen use.
How does this gray compare to diluted black ink?: This gray is formulated as its own color rather than thinned black, so it has a warmer undertone and more consistent shading behavior. It won't look like faded writing the way some diluted blacks can.
Does the ink show shading or is it a flat gray?: It shows shading on absorbent paper, meaning you'll see variations in tone based on ink flow and nib width. On less absorbent paper it appears more uniform.
What does Luhui mean?: Luhui is a Chinese word referring to the ash left from burning. The name reflects the color inspiration, which comes from the range of grays found in burnt materials.
How long does a 50ml bottle typically last?: That depends on how much you write and how many pens you keep inked, but 50ml is enough for several months of regular daily writing for most users.