History for Noodler's

An independently made U.S. ink brand run by Nathan Tardiff as a solo venture. Bottle labels in general used to be historically and/or politically themed with a strong focus on free speech and anti-inflationary economic policy. A couple labels in particular caused controversy because they portrayed two Jewish economists using antisemitic imagery. After the uproar and some stores removing Noodler's stock, Tardiff apologized and initiated a full review of ink labels and names, introducing changes. A write-up about the controversy is compiled on Reddit and can be read [here](https://www.reddit.com/r/fountainpens/comments/142w0bi/the_noodlers_ink_drama_in_one_spot_content/). 

Noodler's inks tend to be highly saturated and run very wet, and bottles are filled right to the brim. This is to deliver the maximum value to the consumer - Nathan encourages you to dilute the ink to extract further value and reduce wetness. Fountain pen enthusiasts debate the quality of this brand. Please be careful when opening the bottles and do so on a level table, preferably on a tray.

Many people stay away from the brand due to QC issues and/or the owner's political stances. IfBut youhe needdoes offer permanent, fraud and forgery-proof ink that’s actuallyis tested for performance in this capacity, you really don’t have any other options. .