Love all these Glitter Brush Markers, the colors are wonderful. I must have all the colors by now.
There is a bit of a learning curve and squeezing the barrel is hard on the hands if you have any arthritis BUT it is worth it for the great glitter effect. And, do not unscrew the base once it is seated, you will have ink all over. I did that once (fortunately over a piece of scrap paper.) Always remember to pull off the cap - do not twist.
I found it best to get the pen started on a separate piece of scrap paper each time you use it, squeezing it until the right amount of ink is flowing. The nib, or brush tip, should be fuller saturated, if the nib is producing scratchy, dry marks, squeeze the barrel some more.
This red one is a particularly rich deep cherry or Christmas red. It is gorgeous!