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Expert Jewelry & Metal Engraving Services in Honolulu
R K Specialties has been a trusted name in jewelry and metal engraving since 1974. Our expertise spans five decades, specializing in manual pantograph engraving for precious metals, stainless steel, and plated items. We serve Honolulu and surrounding areas, offering personalized service for rings, watches, baby items, military memorabilia, and custom corporate gifts. Our team combines traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques to deliver precise, lasting engravings. We pride ourselves on quick turnaround times, including same-day service for select items, and maintaining a legacy of quality recognized by local customers.Our shop also offers engraved merchandise like AA recovery medallions, Koa wood pens, and Fisher Space Pens. With a focus on customer satisfaction, we provide transparent consultations and honor our 51-year commitment to excellence. Our experience ensures every project meets exact specifications, whether for individual keepsakes or bulk orders. We maintain partnerships with local businesses and community organizations, supporting personalized gifting solutions. Our dedication to preserving traditional engraving methods while adapting to client needs has solidified our reputation as Hawaii's premier engraving specialists.
Services
Jewelry Engraving
Metal Engraving
Koa Wood Pens
AA Recovery Medallions
Baby Item Engraving
Military Memorabilia
Corporate Gifts
Custom Templates
Same-Day Service
Laser Engraving
Details
- Year established: 1974
Highlights and features
- We have 51 years of specialized engraving experience since 1974
- Offer same-day engraving service for select items
- Expert manual pantograph engraving on precious metals and stainless steel
- Custom template service for Kanji, logos, and foreign language engravings
- Carry Hawaii's largest selection of AA recovery medallions and chips
What people say
Quick turnaround
Expert craftsmanship
Exceptional customer service
Successful engraving projects
Personalized attention
Services
Jewelry Engraving
Specializing in precious metal engraving for rings, watches, and pendants using traditional manual pantograph techniques. Our 51-year expertise ensures precise, lasting impressions on gold, silver, platinum, and stainless steel items. Customers receive personalized font selection and expert consultation for optimal engraving placement.
Koa Wood Pens
Offering handcrafted Koa wood pen engraving with laser technology for personalized gifts. Each pen receives precision engraving while maintaining the wood's natural beauty. Available with same-day service for select orders, these pens make ideal corporate gifts or commemorative items.
AA Recovery Medallions
Providing engraved AA medallions and recovery tokens in various sizes and metals. Our inventory includes 24-hour to 60-year tokens with customization options. Special group pricing available for organizations and support groups seeking personalized recovery items.
Baby Item Engraving
Engraving services for baby cups, forks, and spoons in sterling silver, pewter, and stainless steel. Our team creates lasting keepsakes with names, birth dates, and personalized messages. Includes engraving for baby picture frames and teething rings.
Military Memorabilia
Specialized engraving for military challenge coins, swords, and commemorative items. Capable of handling complex military insignias and unit markings on various metal types. Supports veterans organizations with personalized items and awards.
People
Richard Kawan
Owner
Richard has operated R K Specialties since its 1974 founding, developing expertise in manual pantograph engraving and personalized gift creation. With over 50 years in business, he maintains Honolulu's premier engraving service while expanding merchandise offerings.
Questions
What engraving services do you offer?
We provide jewelry engraving, metal item engraving, baby keepsakes, AA medallions, and military memorabilia services using traditional manual and laser techniques.
How quickly can you complete engraving projects?
Most items take 1-5 days. Same-day service available for select items with advance appointment. Custom template work requires 1-2 weeks.
Can you engrave foreign languages or logos?
Yes, our template service handles Kanji, Korean, logos, and foreign alphabets with proper copyright clearance for custom projects.
Do you accept credit cards?
We accept all major credit cards and Apple Pay for in-store purchases and services.
Are you located in Honolulu?
Yes, we're located at 1481 S. King St. #234 Honolulu, HI 96814 in the Kaheka Professional Center.
Reviews (6)
Osho M.
Sep 06, 2021
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I had such an awesome experience with Richard and R.K. Specialties! Richard was very friendly and accommodating with my requests, and I'm so happy I found this place. I needed a metal keychain engraved for my girlfriend's birthday but I work long hours during the week. I emailed him explaining my situation and he was very quick to respond. I had my friend drop the keychain off and he completed my order the exactly the way I wanted, within the same day! My girlfriend loved the engraving and I would totally go back when I need any jewelry or keychain engraved. The photos are from when I
Bubba S.
Sep 02, 2021
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Simply great customer service and goes out of his way to accommodate customers needs!!! Always get my space pens and refills here as well as some engraving, quick...friendly and quality products with a fair price!!! Highly recommended!!!!!
Hyunwoo J.
Mar 03, 2021
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Brother and I went to get our watch casebacks engraved. The spot was small but comforting once stepping in. The owner immediately looked at our watches, told us the cost and amount of time it takes for engraving. While we were at it, we checked out his displayed work on the glass, and we came across some space pens that can be engraved and used underwater and literally in zero gravity environments. Piqued by its uses we purchased them and got free engravings for them as well so that we gift them to people at work. The owner was realistic about what he can and cannot do, and the biggest thing was
Jericho G.
Nov 04, 2020
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Excellent work on a watch and military statue plate! Excellent value for the level of workmanship provided! I couldn't be happier! Thank you!
Greg S.
Aug 04, 2020
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I was looking for someone who could do metal "engraving" on a steel blade. Richard explained how the grains on a knife blade could be hard to read and I didn't even noticed that there were grains on the blade. We decided on italics to help the lettering stand out more. I think the lettering came out really nice and as time goes on (meaning as dirt and oil get in there) it will really stand out.
Service: Friendly and excellent
COVID: He requires everyone to wear a mask and has sanitizer on a table in front of the display case to distance. One person in the store at a time and you
Service: Friendly and excellent
COVID: He requires everyone to wear a mask and has sanitizer on a table in front of the display case to distance. One person in the store at a time and you
Saia M.
May 22, 2020
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I needed to engrave something on a watch. Found Richard on here, with all the good reviews I went with him. Richard is kind and does great work. You won't be disappointed. Watch came out great and we'll definitely use his service again.