Marker Characteristics
Type: Oil-based paint marker.
Ink Quality: Permanent, opaque, fast-drying, and water-resistant.
Surfaces: Marks on almost anything (metal, wood, glass, plastic, stone, fabric, rubber).
Common Uses
These markers are heavily utilized in both industrial and creative settings:
Automotive: Marking tires, auto parts, and numbering metal components.
Construction & Logistics: Labeling pipes, tools, cables, and shipping crates.
Arts & Crafts: Creating permanent designs on mugs, rocks, wood, and canvas.
The "West Ends" (Waste Ends / Operational Tips)
"West ends" likely refers to waste ends—how to prevent the marker from drying out, ruining the nib, or wasting ink. Oil-based markers require specific handling to avoid waste:
1. Activating the Nib (First Use)
Do not press down blindly.