Winsor & Newton Collection Drawing Ink Set (8) vs Dr. Ph. Martin's Bombay India Ink Set (12 x 0.5 oz)
Overall winner: Dr. Ph. Martin's Bombay India Ink Set (12 x 0.5 oz)
Key Differences
Winsor & Newton (A) offers an 8-color drawing ink set at a more affordable listed price and is praised for bright pigment and fast drying, but has mixed flow and some staining risk. Dr. Ph. Martin's (B) provides a 12-color Bombay set noted for vibrant, lightfast, permanent pigments and includes a mixing palette, though some users report bottle leakage
Winsor & Newton Collection Drawing Ink Set (8)
A collection of soluble-dye drawing inks in a shellac solution for strong color and quick-drying results. Includes Canary Yellow, Orange, and Carmine; suitable for dip pen drawing and color layering. Customers report vibrant pigments and good value, with mixed flow feedback
Pros
- vibrant color quality
- quick-drying ink
- includes multiple colors
- good value for money
Cons
- mixed feedback on ink flow
- potential for surface staining
Dr. Ph. Martin's Bombay India Ink Set (12 x 0.5 oz)
Ink set with 12 vibrant India inks in 0.5 oz bottles, designed for waterproof, lightfast results when dry. Customers note strong pigment quality and value for money, with easy use on watercolor paper
Pros
- vibrant pigment quality
- lightfast and waterproof when dry
- easy to use with brush or crow quill
- value for money
Cons
- bottle leakage reported
Head-to-Head
| Criteria | Winner |
|---|---|
| Price | Winsor & Newton |
| Durability | Dr. Ph. Martin's |
| Versatility | Dr. Ph. Martin's |
| User Reviews | Tie |