Sacrilege, perhaps
If it writes a reasonable line in a color I like, I'm happy.
Too, I have not pursued (perhaps I should) the history of FP ink bottles, that quest for earliest known, rare shape, what have you.
But, I admit, watching the insanity... eurrr... intensity blossom oh, 8-9 years ago regarding this scarce vintage Sheaffer ink, I figured one day I would score a bottle on the cheap, just to... well... prove I could.
So, when I spotted an ebay ad showing multiple vintage Sheaffer inks (mostly Peacock and brown), and when I noticed this wee varmint hiding in the lot, I bid and wond.
Persian Rose. Appears to be unopened.
No complaints...
regards
david