Ink Review #805: Galen Leather x Robert Oster Rust Orange

For this week’s ink review, I am thrilled to say that we will be taking a look at Galen Leather x Robert Oster Rust Orange. We will be reviewing a total of three ink collaborations from Galen Leather.

Galen Leather Company was founded in Istanbul-Turkey and specializes in a variety of products, including notebook covers, pen sleeves, and bags. Their Writer’s Medic Bag was quite popular on Reddit a few years back. As for me, I purchased a pen sleeve and slim notebook cover in 2018 and have been very happy with their products. The leather is very thick and holds up to daily use.

Galen Leather Ink Collaborations with Diamine and Robert Oster

Courtesy of Galen Leather: complimentary pen sleeve, evil eye charm, and tea

Swabs:

Rust Orange is a warm orange-red with low shading and no sheen.

Tomoe River Paper 52 gsm

Dry Time/Water Resistance:

Tsubame Note Ink Collection Card

This ink had an average dry time of 20 seconds and low water resistance.

Writing Sample:

Tomoe River Paper 52 gsm

Tomoe River Paper 52 gsm

Rust Orange was well-saturated with a smooth, even flow.

Overall: Rust Orange is a medium orange ink with red undertones with a smooth flow. I enjoyed using this ink and think that it would be well-suited for the summer.

Disclaimer: This ink was kindly sent to me by Galen Leather. All opinions/photos are my own.