Walker's Forge Posted September 3, 2015 Share Posted September 3, 2015 I am looking at getting a makers mark done so I can mark my work. I have the design already but am having trouble with finding someone to do it.So far I have contacted about a dozen different engineering/fabricator metal shops and only one has got back to me and quoted approximately $850 for a treated tool steel punch with the design being about 30mmThe other day in town I found a tiny little store with a guy who does leather and metal work and he said he can do it for $150. I am most likely going to use him as a.) it supports a small local business, b.) he will do it by hand and has done loads before. Also the fact that he is nearly an 1/8th of the price helps too.Would like to hear your stories (and see your marks) of how you got your makers marks made. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wpearson Posted September 3, 2015 Share Posted September 3, 2015 you con start here google "touch mark; site iforgeiron.com" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glenn Posted September 3, 2015 Share Posted September 3, 2015 Contact stampman a member of this site. He and his business does this type work professionally for the industry and individuals.The size and complexity of the stamp may influence the price of any stamp. Stampman can advise you in that area. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GottMitUns Posted September 3, 2015 Share Posted September 3, 2015 I used Columbia Marking Tools. I think that is Stampmans company. It is what they do for a living and it came back perfect russell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neg Posted September 3, 2015 Share Posted September 3, 2015 When you get your stamp made, ask for a little more length. I got mine back and it was about 4" long. Doesn't feel great on your hand when you're hot-stamping. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jerry W. Posted September 3, 2015 Share Posted September 3, 2015 I second Columbia Marking Tools. I got two different ones from them several years ago and they are still going strong. Much more reasonable than your $850.00 quote. If I remember right, they were about $100.00 each. Good luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DSW Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 Oh come now, you know someone had to post this up... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arkie Posted September 5, 2015 Share Posted September 5, 2015 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ausfire Posted September 5, 2015 Share Posted September 5, 2015 I'm on the other side of the world where it seems we cannot make such things. I was more than happy with Columbia for my touch mark. They made it exactly as I wanted and even with hefty freight the price was reasonable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forging Carver Posted September 5, 2015 Share Posted September 5, 2015 You can try to make one if you have a Drexel or rotary tool. Note that this will be a very slow and tediousness process, but the end result will be worth it. I have seen a few videos on YouTube showing how to make one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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