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26 Years
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Custom Engraving Services in Grand Rapids | Personalized Gifts & Memorials
Custom Engraving has been transforming ordinary objects into cherished keepsakes since 2000. Based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, our team brings over 70 years of combined experience to every project, specializing in personalized engraving for gifts, memorials, and awards. Our expertise spans engraving on diverse materials including metal, wood, and acrylic, ensuring precision and artistry in every creation. We pride ourselves on understanding the emotional significance behind each item, whether it's a family heirloom, corporate recognition, or memorial tribute. Our commitment to quality craftsmanship and customer satisfaction has established us as a trusted leader in the engraving industry.We serve individuals, businesses, and organizations seeking to preserve meaningful moments through custom engraving solutions. Our process combines advanced technology with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring lasting impressions that withstand the test of time. From concept to completion, we prioritize clear communication and personalized service to exceed client expectations. With a proven track record of delivering exceptional results, we continue to innovate while maintaining the personal touch that defines our business.
Services
Personalized Gifts
Engraved Memorials
Custom Awards
Trophies & Medals
Acrylic Awards
Signs & Plaques
Badges & Ribbons
Personal Item Engraving
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We have over 70 years of combined experience in custom engraving.
- Our expert team handles both individual and organizational projects.
- We guarantee precision engraving on diverse materials including metal and wood.
- We offer personalized service for creating meaningful memorials and gifts.
- Our process combines advanced technology with meticulous attention to detail.
What people say
Beautiful items
Exceeded expectations
Cherish these forever
Exquisite detail
Amazing job
Services
Personalized Gifts
Transform ordinary items into meaningful presents through precision engraving. Ideal for birthdays, anniversaries, and special occasions. Our team ensures lasting quality and emotional impact in every personalized creation.
Engraved Memorials
Create lasting tributes for loved ones with custom memorial engravings. Available on durable materials for indoor or outdoor display. Includes photo engraving and personalized wording options for meaningful remembrance.
Custom Awards
Design corporate or organizational awards with custom engraving. Options include trophies, plaques, and acrylic awards. Perfect for employee recognition, academic achievements, and special commemorations.
Trophies & Medals
Custom engraved trophies and medals for sports teams and competitions. Available in various styles and materials. Personalize with names, dates, and event details for lasting recognition.
Acrylic Awards
Elegant acrylic awards with precision laser engraving. Suitable for corporate recognition, academic honors, and special achievements. Customizable with text, logos, and detailed designs for professional presentation.
People
Chris Freybler
Owner/President
Founder with 23 years of engraving expertise, passionate about preserving memories through personalized engraving. Combines technical skill with creative vision to lead the company's artistic direction.
Brent Lenhart
Operations Manager
22-year engraving industry veteran overseeing daily operations. Specializes in production efficiency while maintaining quality standards for custom engraving projects.
Brandy Cooke
Designer/Customer Service
Memorial design specialist since 2014, creating personalized tributes with attention to emotional significance. Balances artistic creativity with technical precision in every engraving project.
Dennis Koepke
Production Team
Skilled production specialist ensuring quality control across all engraved items. Brings meticulous attention to detail from design to final product delivery.
Questions
What materials can you engrave?
We engrave metal, wood, acrylic, glass, and more. Our team works with diverse materials to create lasting impressions on any surface.
Do you offer bulk order pricing?
Yes, we provide competitive bulk pricing for corporate gifts, awards, and organizational projects. Contact us for a customized quote.
Can I submit my own design for engraving?
Yes, we accept custom designs. Upload your artwork or photos through our website, or email them for review by our design team.
How long does an engraving order take?
Most orders complete within 5-7 business days. Rush options available for urgent requests. We'll confirm timelines during order processing.
Do you engrave existing personal items?
Yes, we can engrave items you send us. Package carefully and include return shipping instructions with your submission.
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Reviews (6)
Erika McDowell
May 22, 2021
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Cannot recommend enough! They did excellent work and were incredibly quick and friendly to work with.
Kelli Doezema
May 19, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness
Wonderful business to work with! They made a quick turn around in a last minute gift and went out of their way to make it happen. Great quality engraving on a watch. Would definitely recommend!
Wonderful business to work with! They made a quick turn around in a last minute gift and went out of their way to make it happen. Great quality engraving on a watch. Would definitely recommend!
Dusti Bellitto
Jan 13, 2020
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Had to get a Christmas package in the mail ASAP. I called Custom Engraving this morning and my package is in the mail today! I'm very appreciative of their accommodating me with this last minute request and for taking it a step further and working with me to create a custom design! I would highly recommend Custom Engraving and look forward to doing business with them in the future!
William Murphy
Dec 30, 2019
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Nice staff. Good service. Food was just a little off. Steak was to rare. Chicken was over dun and dry so were the ribs. They were skimpy with the BBQ sauce and gravy.....The carrot cake was fabulous to die for was the consensus.......they did make the effort to make everyone happy.....
Ryan Bailey
Sep 21, 2019
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I do a lot of engraving every year. Every time I am in a bind Chris and Brent bail me out. Thank you just isn't enough. I appreciate you guys!
Jeff Watkins
Jun 13, 2019
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Needed engraving done, they had it done in a matter of hours. Great customer service, had the sample printed out and laid out in minutes. Excellent work, great finished product will be back for more.
