ZIG Cartoonist Mangaka — Manga Drawing Pens, All Sizes

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ZIG Cartoonist Mangaka — Manga Drawing Pens, All Sizes

ZIG Cartoonist Mangaka — Manga Drawing Pens, All Sizes

ZIG Cartoonist Mangaka pens are Kuretake’s drawing pens made for manga and comics — fine pin-point tips from ultra-fine 003 to bold 08, plus flexible brush-tip versions, all with black water-based pigment ink. Once dry, the ink is lightfast and does not smudge under alcohol markers or watercolour.
Ink Type

Water-based pigment ink, black
Available Widths
Nib Material

Pin-point fibre tip (outline pens) · Flexible brush tip (Flexible range)
Waterproof

Yes — smudge-proof under alcohol markers and watercolour once dry
Refill Type

Disposable / Non-refillable
Additinal Spec

Lightfast · Keep capped · Do not press hard on the finest tips
Origin

Japan — Kuretake ZIG
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Packaging: 

We know art supplies are fragile. All professional pair and boards are shipped in reinforced rigid flat mailers. No tubes, no folds, no crushed corners. 


Order Processing Times: 

Orders are processed within 1–2 business days - we always aim to dispatch all “in-Stock’ items within 24 hours..

Note: Orders placed after 2 PM GMT on Fridays will be processed the following Monday.

Domestic Shipping (UK):

Standard (2–4 days): £3.50 (Free for The Illustrator & Studio Master tiers).

Priority (1–2 days): £4.50 (Free for Studio Master tier)

International Shipping: 

We ship globally. Costs are calculated at checkout based on weight and destination. Please note that customers are responsible for any local customs duties or taxes.

Order Tracking: 

You will receive a tracking link via email the moment your tools leave our studio. 
Returns

30-Day Change of Mind: 

We offer a 30-day return window (exceeding the UK legal minimum of 14 days). Items must be unused, in original packaging, and in "as-new" condition.

Faulty Goods: 

In the rare event of a defect, you are entitled to a full refund or replacement within 30 days. We will cover all return shipping costs for faulty items.

Defective Nibs: 

Occasionally, a pen may arrive dry or a nib maybe scratchy. Contact us within 7 days of purchase with a photo/video of the issue and we will send a replacement immediately.

Exclusions:

Due to the nature of the product, unless faulty we cannot accept returns on opened markers or used paper pads returned.

Digital Goods: 

The "Birthday Palette" and other digital downloads are non-refundable once accessed.


How to Start a Return: 

Email studio@inkwellartsupplies.com with your order number. We aim to process all refunds to the original payment method within 5–10 business days of receiving the item
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Made for the manga workflow

Manga is inked in black, then toned, coloured or scanned — and every stage after inking can ruin a line that is not fully fixed. The Mangaka range uses pigment ink that stays put under alcohol markers and watercolour, so linework survives colouring. Kuretake’s ZIG brand has made pens since the 1970s; Mangaka is its dedicated range for comic artists.

Why so many sizes

Different parts of a page need different lines: 003 and 005 for hair, eyes and hatching; 01–03 for figure outlines; 05 and 08 for panel borders and bold contours. The Flexible pens add brush-like swell for expressive linework in a pen you do not need to dip.

Honest Note:

The finest tips (003, 005) are delicate — press hard or draw over rough paper and they will fold or wear. Use them on smooth paper such as Bristol with a light touch. Line widths differ between brands, so an 01 here is not identical to an 01 from another maker. These are disposable pens; when the ink runs out, they are finished.

Who is it For?

• Manga and comic artists who colour with alcohol markers
• Illustrators who want a full range of fineliner widths from one maker
• Beginners setting up a first manga kit
• Art journallers who add watercolour over linework

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUSTIONS (FAQ)

Will the ink bleed under Copic markers?

Not once fully dry. Allow a moment for the ink to set before colouring.

Which sizes should I start with?

An 005 for detail, an 03 for outlines and an 08 for borders cover most of a page.

What are the Flexible pens?

Brush-tip versions of the same ink — they give thick-to-thin lines with pressure, like a brush pen.

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