Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Custom Engraving & Trophy Services in Stockton, CA
Stenson's Engraving & Gifts has served the Stockton community since 1966, offering personalized engraving solutions and custom gift creations. Founded by Ward and Marion Stenson, the business transitioned to long-time employee Shawna Shaw in 2017, maintaining its family-owned legacy while embracing modern techniques. Our expertise spans traditional router engraving, laser technology, sandblasting, and photo-imprinting on diverse materials including crystal, glass, metals, and leather. We specialize in transforming ordinary items into cherished keepsakes through personalized engravings for individuals and businesses. With over five decades of experience, we combine craftsmanship with innovation to create awards, plaques, trophies, and custom gifts that meet both personal and corporate needs.Our commitment to quality is demonstrated through precise attention to detail and a dedication to customer satisfaction. We offer competitive pricing with transparent setup fees and character charges, along with expedited services for urgent requests. Located in Stockton, California, our team works directly with clients to ensure each engraved item perfectly captures their intended message. This hands-on approach, combined with our extensive material selection and engraving techniques, positions us as a trusted local resource for meaningful, customized engravings.
Services
Engraving Services
Trophy Creation
Plaque Production
Award Manufacturing
Custom Gift Engraving
Details
- Year established: 1966
Highlights and features
- Family-owned legacy with 58 years of local engraving expertise
- Offering 6+ engraving techniques including laser and sandblasting
- Create custom designs on 10+ material types from crystal to leather
- Provide same-day engraving services with 3-day standard turnaround
- Skilled artisans handle complex custom trophy and plaque projects
Services
Engraving Services
We offer precision engraving on diverse materials including crystal, glass, and metals using advanced techniques like laser engraving and sandblasting. Our services transform ordinary items into personalized keepsakes with custom text, logos, and designs. With over 50 years of experience, we ensure lasting quality for both individual and corporate clients.
Trophy Creation
Our custom trophy manufacturing includes multi-tiered designs with resin decorations, logos, and personalized engravings. Available in various metals and finishes, we create awards for sports, corporate recognition, and special events. Each trophy is built from scratch to meet specific client requirements and event themes.
Plaque Production
We produce wooden and acrylic plaques in multiple sizes and styles with personalized engravings. Options include cherry wood bases, color-filled text, and logo integration for corporate recognition or commemorative purposes. Our plaques serve as lasting tributes for achievements and milestones.
Award Manufacturing
Our custom awards feature crystal, acrylic, and metal designs with personalized engravings and decorative elements. We create recognition pieces for businesses, organizations, and events with options for color accents and multi-component displays that make lasting impressions.
Photo-Imprinting
We offer full-color photo-imprinting on various items including mugs, keychains, and acrylic displays. This service transforms personal photos and digital designs into durable keepsakes using advanced printing techniques that maintain image clarity and vibrancy over time.
People
Shawna Shaw
Owner
Shawna Shaw has operated Stenson's Engraving since 2017 after working as bookkeeper since 2000. She continues the Stensons' legacy while expanding service capabilities through new engraving technologies and techniques.
Ward Stenson
Founder
Ward Stenson established the business in 1966 and operated it for over five decades. He mentored Shawna Shaw before retiring at age 86, ensuring continuity in craftsmanship and customer service standards.
Marion Stenson
Co-Founder
Marion Stenson co-founded the business with her husband Ward in 1966. She worked alongside him for decades, establishing the company's reputation for quality engraving and personalized service before retirement.
Questions
What engraving materials do you work with?
We engrave on crystal, glass, metals, leather, wood, and plastics using multiple techniques to accommodate various materials and client preferences.
Can you engrave personal items brought from home?
Yes, we engrave personal items with setup fees starting at $30, plus $0.75 per character. Additional charges may apply for special handling or multiple engraving locations.
What's your standard engraving turnaround time?
Our standard turnaround is 3 business days, with same-day service available for an additional $20 fee when requested in advance.
Do you create custom corporate awards?
Yes, we create custom corporate awards with logos, resin decorations, and personalized engravings on various materials including crystal, acrylic, and metal.
What trophy options are available?
We offer trophies with marble or plastic bases, multi-tiered designs, and custom resin decorations. Options range from small figures to elaborate custom creations.
Can you match specific color requirements?
Yes, we offer color-filled engravings and can match specific color requests using our sandblasting and painting capabilities for personalized items.
Reviews (5)
May L.
Jun 08, 2021
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The plaques I had ordered were just as we asked and perfect. However, the service had a few bumps along the way. While I understood there was a delay due to a machine repair, when I arrived to pick up my order, the shop was very disorganized and I had to leave and come back a few hours later when they had finally located my plaques. Good products, just slightly unorganized service.
Boxer Boss
Mar 17, 2021
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Great service! Had engraving done for my pet boxer dogs urn, very pleased with the work. I highly recommend.
Michelle Adams
Jan 09, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism
I absolutely love this place. I go there several times a month to pick up my wish packages. These ladies are the sweetest and most helpful people I have ever met. I will definitely be going back again and again.
I absolutely love this place. I go there several times a month to pick up my wish packages. These ladies are the sweetest and most helpful people I have ever met. I will definitely be going back again and again.
M. Clark
Aug 31, 2020
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These people are super friendly. Oh and I love the cats. They are so big! But truthfully, every time I go in there they are always smiling and just make the whole experience is awesome!
Norm Elliott
Aug 13, 2020
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Stenson is a wonderful place. For Engraving work please take your things there to get Engrave they do Beautiful work.
