Sakura Pigma Micron Pen Set, 6-Pack, Black Ink

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Product Features

• Fine point pen ideal for drawing and writing
• Archival quality ink for use in acid-free environments
• Chemically stable, waterproof, and fade resistant
• No smears, feathers, or bleed-through on most papers
• Includes 1 of each size: 5 1/5 millimeter; 1 1/4 millimeter; 2 3/10 millimeter; 3 2/5 millimeter; 5 1/2 millimeter; 8 1/2 millimeter

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 2.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0008G8G8Y
• Item model number: 30062
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (53 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #13 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing (See Top 100 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing)
  • #1 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing > Drawing > Drawing Media > Pens
  • #10 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing > Scrapbooking

Product Description

When accuracy, minute details, and preservation count, the unparalleled archival quality of Pigma Micron pens makes them everyone's first choice. Artist, writers, and illustrators reach for Pigma Micron and know their work is safeguarded with the permanence of Pigma ink. The first disposable technical pen using archival pigmented ink, Pigma Micron ink pen is selected for fine-point technical and artistic applications. Sakura invented and patented Pigma ink over 25 years ago.  A formulation of pigment based inks, more complex and stable than dye based inks, Pigma ink has become the standard for what is defined as reliable, permanent, archival quality ink. Experience smooth, skip-free writing and crisp ink colors that leave consistent lettering and lines every time. Available in a range of six nib sizes for precise line widths: 005 = 0.20 mm, 01 = 0.25 mm, 02 = 0.30 mm, 03 = 0.35 mm, 05 = 0.45 mm, and 08 = 0.50 mm.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

81 of 82 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Couldn't DO without them!, May 14, 2005

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Colleen Finley "macmom" (Walnut Creek, CA. United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sakura Pigma Micron Pen Set, 6-Pack, Black Ink (Kitchen)

I am an avid pen and pencil artist. I have tried several brands of pens, these being a "must have" for me. They last quite awhile, the point stays firm, and the ink does not "bleed". The smallest is .005, largest .08. My favorites are the .005 and .01, but I own all sizes and colors. I HIGHLY recommend this set to start with, but beware - once you try these, you will be hooked!

43 of 44 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A grand inking pen with many sizes to please., October 19, 2005

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Smeequat "Ash" (Where I want to be) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Sakura Pigma Micron Pen Set, 6-Pack, Black Ink (Kitchen)

These were the very first inking pens I ever got, and I was shocked by how well they worked.

First off, they come in a variety of sizes, from the fairly thick .05 to the deliciously thin .005. It offers a nice range of line widths for artwork and a must-have for comic art. (And be sure to get the Brush Pen, the pen that acts like a mini-paintbrush!)

The peeve I have about Sakura Micron is that the tip of the .005 is a bit fragile and liable to bend, but considering how tiny it is, you sort of expect that.

Overall, a good pen whose sizes and alternate colors really make them stand out, but you have to be careful with the points, especially .005.

28 of 30 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Great ink, fragile pens, November 24, 2010

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Tracy Miller (Crocket, CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sakura Pigma Micron Pen Set, 6-Pack, Black Ink (Kitchen)

Five stars for the quality of the ink - it's smooth-flowing, very black, doesn't bleed on the paper, and dries quickly. All the qualities you want in your ink. ONE STAR for the duribility of the pens. I tend to have a very hard grasp on my pens, and these just aren't up to it. The points break far too easily. After only a month of use, the area where the pen and nib joins has weakened to the point where the pens bleed all over my fingers and are unusable. If you have a light touch, you might love these pens. If not, find a more durable instrument. I'm still looking.