So I'd like to get a tool engraved for a gift...

[methomas70]

I've got a new Snap-On 1/4 ratchet that I'd like to give as a gift.
I'd like to get it professionally engraved with the recipient's name.
Something that would look much nicer than what I could so with an electric engraving pen.

Anyone ever do this?
Do I go to a trophy shop?
I'd imagine the material used in plaques is softer than a chrome ratchet.
Suggestions?

Thanks.

 

[pedrodagr8]

I've got a new Snap-On 1/4 ratchet that I'd like to give as a gift.
I'd like to get it professionally engraved with the recipient's name.
Something that would look much nicer than what I could so with an electric engraving pen.

Anyone ever do this?
Do I go to a trophy shop?
I'd imagine the material used in plaques is softer than a chrome ratchet.
Suggestions?

Thanks.

Any shop with a laser etcher should be able to handle it.

 

[Wamsutta]

I had one done at a luggage shop once.

 

[rsanter]

A lot of the shopping malls have a store called Things Remembered or something like that.
They do engraving on stuff you buy from them but you can ask about them doing something for you

Bob

 

[Major Ramifications]

Any engraving place will be able to do it. They may not be willing, but able.

 

[x95braat]

If you find an awards or trophy shop with a laser, ask if they have any metal marking options. Cermark is the big name behind the material. It leaves a black finish that is very durable without cutting into the tool, but bonding to the surface.

I tend to use it on Stainless and aluminum parts for marking and on some plaque plates.

 

[gearhead1]

A lot of the shopping malls have a store called Things Remembered or something like that.
They do engraving on stuff you buy from them but you can ask about them doing something for you

Bob

I did this for the Best Man and Groomsmen and they loved it. I bought good Leathermans and had Things Remembered laser etch them. They did good work!