Faber-Castell PITT Artist Pen, Warm Grey IV, Pigmented India Ink, Brush Nib, High Lightfastness, 1 Pen 167073

Illustrators, comic artists, and designers reach for the Faber-Castell PITT Artist Pen in Warm Grey IV when they need a reliable, lightfast grey tone for sketches, layouts, and detailed drawings. The brush nib flexes smoothly to vary line width from fine hairlines to broad strokes, making it ideal for expressive linework and quick shading.

Key specifications

• Ink colour: Warm Grey IV (colour code 273)
• Ink type: Pigmented Indian ink
• Nib type: Brush nib
• Lightfastness: High
• Waterproof and smudge-proof after drying
• Odourless, acid-free, pH neutral
• Quick-drying on most papers
• Quantity: 1 pen

Why choose it

The pigmented Indian ink delivers dense, even coverage that resists fading over time, while the high lightfastness ensures your artwork remains vivid. Once dry, the ink is waterproof and smudge-proof, allowing you to layer other media or handle the work without fear of smearing. The brush nib responds to pressure, giving you precise control for both fine details and bold fills.

Ideal use cases

• Comic and manga inking
• Urban sketching and illustration
• Layout and design work
• Mixed media projects requiring a stable grey tone

Good to know

The pen is acid-free and pH neutral, making it safe for use on archival papers. It dries quickly on most surfaces, including paper, canvas, and wood, so you can work without long waits between layers.