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Grips, stocks, forearms all beg to
be engraved. The cost for stock work depends on the amount of
preparation needed and whether you use a stock design or have us create a
special design for you. Stocks must be less than 25 inches in length to
fit in the machine. The pictured forearms and stocks are in the
$45 to $90 range.
Modifications to the makeup of the patterns may required additional set up
fees. The CO2 laser cuts straight up and down and does not put an
angle on traditional type checkering. Stars, on the other hand, are very
popular and provide a superior grip. Fees do not include shipping. Prices do
not include the removal or replacement of the wood from the gun.
The Glock pistol slides engrave well. Laser engraving
leaves a silver image. The top and right side of the slide are excellent
areas for engraving.
Stainless steel guns also engrave very well. The engraving shows up black
and is very fine in detail. Satin stainless is not quite as sharp due to the
uneven surface.
The Bond Arms derringer is perfect for laser engraving. There are four flat
panels on the removable barrel and they laser engrave well, leaving a sharp
black etching on the stainless steel barrel. Prices are around $35 for the
first side and $40 for both sides of one barrel, plus S&H.
Stainless steel engraving, like the Ruger's below, starts at $85.
Prices vary on the amount of work required to create the final design, gun
disassembly and complexity.
Laser engraving on metal surfaces is not deep. The effect is more like etching and not, what I consider,
traditional engraving. The bare metal must be coated first. The laser then
etches through the coating, leaving a black etching in the metals surface.
After engraving, the coating is removed.
All pricing quotes are for
standard materials and limited graphic work. Some logos or graphics,
provided by the customer, are not useable in their original condition.
Lasers need a good line drawing for the best results. Many graphics can
be converted and made usable. At times, this can require several hours
of extra work and a graphic conversion fee may be necessary.
