Fineliner Staedtler Pigment Liner 308

The Staedtler Pigment Liner 308 is a fine black fineliner designed for precise writing, technical drawing and detailed illustration. Featuring a fine metal-clad tip and pigment-based ink, this single pen provides consistent line quality suitable for everyday note taking, sketching and archival artwork. The pen is available in black and grey and combines waterproof, lightfast ink with an ergonomic barrel for comfortable, controlled use over extended periods.

Advantages

The ink is pigment-based, waterproof and resistant to fading, which preserves lines and drawings over time. The fine metal-clad tip delivers uniform strokes with minimal fraying and accurate line widths for detailed work. The barrel shape supports a steady grip and reduces hand fatigue during prolonged use. The pen’s reliability and ink performance make it suitable for both quick sketches and meticulous technical work.

Suitable for

• Technical drawing and drafting
• Illustration and inked artwork
• Note-taking and journaling
• Architectural and engineering sketches
• Outlining and inking over pencil work

Key specifications

• Tip type: metal-clad fine tip
• Line width: fine (suitable for detailed lines)
• Ink type: pigment-based, waterproof and lightfast
• Available colours: black and grey
• Barrel: ergonomic design for comfortable grip

How to use

Use the fineliner on paper surfaces suited to ink, such as sketchbooks, drawing paper or technical drafting sheets. Shake gently before use if necessary and keep the pen capped when not in use to prevent drying. For precise results, draw with steady, even pressure and allow ink to dry fully before erasing underlying pencil lines or applying wet media over the ink. Test on a scrap of the same paper when combining with markers or washes to check for bleed-through.

Recommendations

Store the pen horizontally or with the tip pointing down to maintain consistent ink flow. For archival work, choose acid-free paper to maximize the pigment ink’s longevity. Replace the cap promptly after use to preserve tip condition and prevent the ink from drying out.