Abstract: An ink stamp with a handle having a downwardly extending shaft from which a pre-inked stamp is suspended. An intermediate member is threaded onto the shaft and abuts the top of a hollow base housing the pre-inked stamp to limit downward movement of the stamp when making an impression. A spring is positioned between the intermediate member and the base to urge the shaft and handle upwardly. Adjustment of the intermediate member along the shaft varies the extent of movement of the pre-inked stamp according to the amount of ink it holds.