Are MARTCOLOR pens good for manga?

Yes. The very fine tips suit hatching and screentone-style detail, and the brush tip handles bold outlines.

Can I erase pencil under the ink?

Yes, once the ink is fully dry. Waiting a few minutes avoids smudging.

Is the ink waterproof?

The listing describes it as waterproof and fade-proof.

Best budget pens for manga

MARTCOLOR

MARTCOLOR Micro Fineliners (10-Pack)

Ten black fineliners from 0.05 mm to 1.0 mm plus a soft brush tip, with waterproof, fade-proof pigment ink. A cheap way to get a full inking range for manga and comics.

Best for: Manga and comic inking on a budget

Pens: 10
Sizes: 0.05 to 1.0 mm plus brush
Ink: Pigment, water based
Waterproof: Yes

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What we like

Very fine 0.05 mm tip for detail
Waterproof pigment ink
Soft brush tip for bold lines

Keep in mind

Fine tips wear with heavy pressure
Budget build quality

Key features

From the manufacturer's Amazon listing.

Assorted Drawing Pens Tip Size: Multi black drawing pens 10 unique nibs sizes to choose from. Includes 0.05mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 0.3mm 0.4mm 0.5mm 0.6mm 0.8mm 1.0mm 1 Soft Brush tip (1-2mm) Offering a variety of sizes for your needs,...
High-Quality Pigment Black Ink: This micro-line pens set for beginners has water based, pigmented black ink, safe non-toxic, waterproof, fadeproof, non-bleeding. Use our hand lettering pens or drawing pens to harness your...
Easy to Use: Each pen comes with a coded cap and pocket clip cap, easy to hold; Excellent for beautiful note taking, artist illustration, sketching, anime, manga, DIY gifts projects, bullet journaling, technical drawing and more
Multi-Purpose and Wide Usage: Compatible with pencil, watercolor paint, marker and highlighter, etc. Perfect for artists, designers, writers, architects, illustrators & calligraphers. Great for bullet journaling, manga, sketch,...
The Perfect Gift: Drawing pen great for drawing, doodling, drafting, calligraphy, writing and sketching; Good gift for family, neighbors, friends; For using in home, school, office and travel; Planner or journaling supplies,...

Frequently asked questions about the MARTCOLOR Micro Fineliners (10-Pack)

Are MARTCOLOR pens good for manga?: Yes. The very fine tips suit hatching and screentone-style detail, and the brush tip handles bold outlines.
Can I erase pencil under the ink?: Yes, once the ink is fully dry. Waiting a few minutes avoids smudging.
Is the ink waterproof?: The listing describes it as waterproof and fade-proof.