Tuesday 29 April 2008

Engraved Pens Make a Superb Pen Gift

A luxury pen can make a wonderful gift for an occasion such as a birthday, anniversary or wedding. It is a practical present that will get a lot of use, and won’t be put away like many other gifts. A personalised pen with an engraved message makes a pen gift even more special. A pen is ideal for engraving because the long barrel allows a perfect space for a good sized piece of text. A message can also be engraved on the pen cap. Most pens can be engraved, as long as they have a flat surface. Today, engraving is carried out by a computer controlled machine that works to pinpoint accuracy. To read more about the process of pen engraving view the Gravograph website at;
http://www.gravograph.co.uk/Engraving%20Machines/Laser_Engraving.php.
Metal pens, when engraved, leave a very clear mark behind. Metal pens that have a lacquer or coloured finish usually leave a bronze or silver mark behind. Pens with a patterned finish, particularly resin, can be engraved by using a silver or gold leaf to fill in the engraved portion. If you are looking for a personalised pen, have a look at Pen Heaven at;
http://www.penheaven.co.uk./engraving.html.
They have a very large range of leading designer pen brands that can be engraved, and offer 2 elegant font choices.