Custom Crafted Pens and Pencils as Gifts - A Thoughtful and Appreciated Choice

By Tom Herzer

Finding a gift that stands out as personal and will be treasured by the recipient can be a challenge. One answer to this dilemma is to give a custom crafted pen or pencil. Perhaps unknown to readers, is the fact that these crafted treasures are easily found and purchased, but not at your typical gift or department store. In addition to where to find them, this article will guide you through selection, purchasing and what happens behind the scenes in the crafting process.

The place to look for such items is on the internet. As a provider of these special gifts, I am keenly aware that there are legions of sites that offer custom crafted pens and pencils. As I mentioned in my earlier article, Custom Gifts Online - Have Your "Gift Vision" Crafted by an Artisan, just be sure to look for indicators of a good site to do business with. At a minimum the web site should be visually appealing, easy to navigate, and have a secure site certificate.

Once you find a web site you are comfortable with, look for a site map or products overview page to begin your selection process. Be sure you are in the crafted to order product section. Categories might include ballpoint pens, rollerball pens, fountain pens, pencils, or pen and pencil sets.

After finding the type and model of writing instrument, it is time to be creative. Each specific product should provide you with options of component plating and wood or synthetic body material. For example, you might select rhodium component plating and redwood burl for the body. Make your selections and go to checkout.

Now that you have done your part, what is happening behind the scenes until your order is delivered? Depending on variables such as customer back log and whether components need to be ordered, you can expect the crafting process to take from a few days to a few weeks. The crafting process consists of preparing the body blank, forming the body on a lathe, polishing, and assembly.

Custom crafted writing instruments make unique and personal gifts that are beautiful, functional, and affordable. Remember to search for these items on the internet as they are not typically available at department stores or gift shops. The process of selection involves narrowing your focus to the particular style and model and then choosing the component plating and body material. Crafting time will vary between a few days and weeks depending on component availability and customer back log. Plan ahead for the time it takes and you and your gift recipient will be pleased with this choice.

Are you considering a unique gift for a customer, business associate, family member, or friend? Tom is the owner of HerzerCraft in Beaverton, Oregon. HerzerCraft specializes in custom crafted, exotic wood pens, pencils, and unique gift items. You are invited to visit HerzerCraft at: http://herzercraft.com