Fineliner pen Sakura Pigma Micron 12, black, line width 0.7 mm, permanent pigment ink

Sakura Pigma Micron 12 fineliner is a precision drawing and writing instrument featuring a 0.7 mm tip and black permanent pigment ink. The pen delivers consistent, clean lines for technical drawing, illustration, note-taking and archival applications. The pigment-based ink is formulated to be lightfast, water-resistant and fade-resistant, suitable for work where permanence and clarity are required.

Advantages

The Sakura Pigma Micron 12 produces accurate, uniform strokes thanks to its fixed 0.7 mm nib and single-piece feed, reducing interruptions during detailed work. Its black permanent pigment ink resists water and fading, making lines stable on paper over time and suitable for archival storage. The pen’s fine point is designed for precise detailing, lettering and technical schematics while maintaining a comfortable writing feel for extended use.

Suitable for

• Technical drawing and drafting
• Illustration and detailed sketching
• Hand lettering and journaling
• Archival documents, scrapbooking and record-keeping
• Mixed-media work where permanent ink is required

When it may not be suitable

This fineliner is not intended for broad coverage tasks where a brush or marker with a wider tip would be more efficient. The 0.7 mm line width may be too bold for extremely fine micro-detailing or too thin for large-area filling. Because the ink is pigment-based and permanent, it cannot be easily removed from non-porous surfaces or corrected with standard erasers.

Key specifications

• Tip size: 0.7 mm (fixed nib)
• Ink colour: black
• Ink type: permanent pigment, lightfast and water-resistant
• Line quality: consistent, non-bleeding on suitable papers
• Suitable surfaces: paper and other porous materials commonly used in illustration and archival work

How to use

Shake is not required; remove the cap and hold the pen at a comfortable angle to produce uniform lines. Allow ink to dry briefly before layering or applying washes to avoid smudging. For best results use on smooth, high-quality paper designed for ink work; test on a scrap if using with markers or watercolor to ensure compatibility. Replace the cap after use to prevent the tip from drying out.

What to consider before purchase

• Desired line width—0.7 mm produces medium-fine strokes suitable for detail and lettering
• Paper type and weight—to prevent bleed-through and ensure crisp lines choose paper compatible with pigment inks
• Permanence needs—pigment ink is permanent and water-resistant, which is ideal for archival work but not for erasable applications
• Frequency of use—single pens are practical for occasional tasks; consider multiple pens for prolonged projects

Usage recommendations

For technical accuracy and archival stability, use the Sakura Pigma Micron 12 on smooth, heavyweight paper and allow ink to dry fully before exposing to water-based media; store capped and horizontally or tip-up to prolong tip life.