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Pens - Full Price Breakdown

Select a size below. Prices shown per unit, qty 1, standard turnaround. Volume discounts apply automatically at checkout.

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Material / Substrate Our Price Avg Competitor You Save Est. Shipping
Standard Production
$90.09 $91.00 Save $0.91 $8.42
Premium Finish
$117.12 $118.30 Save $1.18 $8.42

How we priced this: Competitor averages sourced from GotPrint, UPrinting, VistaPrint, PrintPlace (Jun 2026 avg). Our prices are set exactly 1% below that average for every size and material combination. Competitor prices change; ours stay competitive. We review quarterly.

Material / Substrate Our Price Avg Competitor You Save Est. Shipping
Standard Production
$112.61 $113.75 Save $1.14 $8.42
Premium Finish
$146.40 $147.88 Save $1.48 $8.42

How we priced this: Competitor averages sourced from GotPrint, UPrinting, VistaPrint, PrintPlace (Jun 2026 avg). Our prices are set exactly 1% below that average for every size and material combination. Competitor prices change; ours stay competitive. We review quarterly.

Free Design Setup & Free Proof on every order. Prices above are per-unit at qty 1. Rush production tiers are available in the order form. Shipping calculated live at checkout.

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Promotional Pen Imprint Printing

Cheap pens with smeared logos get tossed before the flight home. We imprint custom pens with your logo, phone number, or URL via screen print for bold one-color marks, laser engraving for metal barrels, or full-color wrap on select styles, qty 100 through 1,000, with Free Design Setup and imprint placement proof in the calculator above.

Select Custom Pen under Item, not Pencil. Send vector logo for barrel wrap. We keep imprint height within clip clearance zone and thicken fine type for legibility at arm length on the proof.

Guide to pen imprint methods, Item selection, barrel art, FAQ. Select Custom Pen, approve proof, imprint.

Free Design SetupLogo, layout, and file prep at no extra setup fee.
Digital ProofApprove art by email before anything prints.
Nationwide ShippingLive rates after you enter your zip code.
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Popular Uses

Trade shows
Logo barrel handouts.
Bank promos
Phone number pens.
Front desks
Branded pen cups.
Clinic promos
Appointment reminder pens.
College fairs
School spirit barrels.
Client gifts
Engraved metal pens.
Product Guide

Materials, Sizes, and Install Notes

Pens vs Pencils vs Stress Balls - custom printing
Pens vs Pencils vs Stress Balls - custom printing

Pens Printing for Your Brand

Desk and expo swag.

Pens ride in pockets and purses for months of passive branding. Pencils suit school promos and construction site mark-up. Stress balls stay on desks as squeeze toys.

Select Custom Pen under Item so pricing matches barrel imprint, not pencil stock.

Screen Print, Engraving, and Full Color - custom printing
Screen Print, Engraving, and Full Color - custom printing

Screen Print, Engraving, and Full Color

Barrel method on proof.

Screen print 1-color is default for high-volume expo drops. Laser engraving on metal barrels survives years of pocket wear. Full color suits photo-rich agency gifts at lower qty.

Barrel Wrap and Clip Zone - custom printing
Barrel Wrap and Clip Zone - custom printing

Barrel Wrap and Clip Zone

Imprint safe area.

Standard barrel imprint is 1.5 inch wide by 0.5 inch tall. We center logo between clip and tip, flag when phone number needs two lines on narrow barrels.

Trade Show and Front Desk Drops - custom printing
Trade Show and Front Desk Drops - custom printing

Trade Show and Front Desk Drops

Qty 250 sweet spot.

Pen cups at registration tables empty fast at 500-attendee shows. Order 250 to 500 for regional events; 1000 for national booth footprint.

Proof, Imprint, Box, Ship

Standard 3-5 days after approval.

Pens ship bulk-packed in cartons. Individually poly-bagged option noted in comments for premium client gifts.

Free AI + Human Design Setup

Need Help With Your Artwork?

Standard barrel imprint is 1.5 inch wide by 0.5 inch tall. We center logo between clip and tip, flag when phone number needs two lines on narrow barrels.

Included with every order
  • Layout and sizing. Readable type, safe margins, and brand placement.
  • File conversion. PDF, PNG, Canva exports, and phone photos welcome.
  • Free digital proof. Nothing prints until you approve.
Use the Calculator Above
Free Guideline Templates

Download Print-Ready Templates for Pens Printing

These guideline files are filtered to sizes closest to the calculator options on this page (bleed, trim, and safe zones included). Design faster, avoid setup mistakes, or skip the file work and choose Free Design Setup above.

Browse All Templates

Template downloads for this product category are being indexed. Use the full template library link above, or request Free Design Setup and we will build the art for you.

Accepted Artwork Formats

Upload through the order form or send files during Free Design Setup.

PDF (preferred)

Vector PDF with outlined fonts, embedded images, and bleed when possible.

AI / EPS

Adobe Illustrator files with linked images packaged or embedded.

PNG / JPG / PSD

High resolution at final print size (300 DPI where practical).

Canva / phone photo

Send what you have. Free Design Setup rebuilds layout when needed.

Production Turnaround Options

Pick the tier that matches your install date. Shipping transit is added after production.

Standard (3-5 Business Days)
Selectable in the calculator. Production time starts after digital proof approval and payment.
Rush (2-3 Business Days)
Selectable in the calculator. Production time starts after digital proof approval and payment.
Next-Day (when available)
Selectable in the calculator. Production time starts after digital proof approval and payment.

Specifications and Calculator Options

Standard production details pulled from the live order form. Custom options outside this list are available on request.

ItemSelect Custom Pen under Item
ImprintScreen print 1-color, laser engraved, full color
Quantities100, 250, 500, 1,000

Material Price Comparison

See how substrate choice shifts the sample total at the same size and quantity.

Standard Production
$90.09
Premium Finish
$117.12

Relative sample totals at 100 with other calculator defaults held constant. Use the live calculator for your exact combination.

Pricing

Volume-based pricing from the live calculator. Free Design Setup and digital proofing are always included.

QuantityTotalPer unit
100$90.09$0.90
250$198.20$0.79
500$360.36$0.72
1,000$648.65$0.65

Sample pricing for calculator defaults (Standard). Change size, material, sides, and turnaround in the order form for live totals. Free Design Setup and digital proof are included.

Competitor Comparison

Pens vs Vistaprint, UPrinting, GotPrint

Shoppers comparing Pens on Vistaprint, UPrinting, GotPrint, and PrintPlace typically face add-on design fees, limited proof review, or checkout with no human backup. Cheap RUSH Printing bundles free design setup, email proof approval, live pricing about 1% below the average reliable competitor rate, and same-day professional support on every Pens order.

Where Cheap RUSH Printing wins on Pens

  • Barrel imprint zone marked on proof.
  • Screen, engrave, and full color options.
  • Custom Pen Item preset pricing.
  • Vector logo prep in Free Design Setup.
  • Nationwide bulk carton shipping.

Side-by-side service comparison

FeatureCheap RUSH PrintingVistaprintUPrintingGotPrintPrintPlace
Free design setup✓ Always freeAdd-onTemplatesLimitedSelf-serve
Free digital proof✓ Every orderLimitedLimited
Custom sizes and options✓ Live calculatorLimitedLimitedLimited
Pricing vs major shops✓ ~1% below market avgList priceList priceList priceList price
Rush production✓ When availableAvailableLimitedAvailableAvailable
Nationwide shipping✓ All 50 states
Professional support✓ Same-day replyChatLimitedEmailEmail

Service-level comparison only. Competitor pricing changes constantly - use each provider for live quotes. Last reviewed: Jul 2026.

Why Buyers Choose Cheap RUSH Printing

  • Barrel imprint zone marked on proof.
  • Screen, engrave, and full color options.
  • Custom Pen Item preset pricing.
  • Vector logo prep in Free Design Setup.
  • Nationwide bulk carton shipping.

How to Order in 3 Steps

  1. 1
    Select Custom Pen under Item, imprint method, qty.
  2. 2
    Upload vector logo.
  3. 3
    Approve barrel proof, pens imprint and ship.

Pens FAQ

What should I know about pens printing?

When ordering Pens, key facts: live calculator pricing, Free Design Setup on qualifying orders, proof before print, and nationwide shipping from Florida. Match size and material to your use case on the proof. Contact support the same business day if you need help choosing specs before you approve the proof.

Where can I order pens online with nationwide shipping?

When ordering Pens, fulfillment is Nationwide from Florida. Production completes first, then carrier transit begins. Note a ship-by date in comments if your event or install cannot slip. Contact support the same business day if you need help choosing specs before you approve the proof.

What should I know about pens printing machine?

For Pens, we produce Pens to order for US addresses. Machine-for-sale or overseas-local queries do not apply here. Use the calculator above for live specs and nationwide delivery options. Contact support the same business day if you need help choosing specs before you approve the proof.

What should I know about pens printing dubai?

On this Pens page, we produce Pens to order for US addresses. Machine-for-sale or overseas-local queries do not apply here. Use the calculator above for live specs and nationwide delivery options. Contact support the same business day if you need help choosing specs before you approve the proof.

What should I know about promotional pens printing?

With Pens, Economical Pens Printing orders follow proof-first production. Pick specs above, approve art by email, then print and ship. Note deadlines and install details in comments for a clean first proof. Contact support the same business day if you need help choosing specs before you approve the proof.

What should I know about 3d printing pens?

With Pens, configure the calculator, upload art or use Free Design Setup (Free Design Setup on qualifying orders), approve the digital proof, then we produce on the selected turnaround (3-5 business days after proof) and ship (Nationwide from Florida). Quantities: 100, 250, 500, 1,000.

What should I know about amsterdam printing pens?

For your Pens job, key facts: live calculator pricing, Free Design Setup on qualifying orders, proof before print, and nationwide shipping from Florida. Match size and material to your use case on the proof. Contact support the same business day if you need help choosing specs before you approve the proof.

What should I know about 3d printing pens for kids?

With Pens, configure the calculator, upload art or use Free Design Setup (Free Design Setup on qualifying orders), approve the digital proof, then we produce on the selected turnaround (3-5 business days after proof) and ship (Nationwide from Florida). Quantities: 100, 250, 500, 1,000.

What should I know about pens for screen printing?

When ordering Pens, key facts: live calculator pricing, Free Design Setup on qualifying orders, proof before print, and nationwide shipping from Florida. Match size and material to your use case on the proof. Contact support the same business day if you need help choosing specs before you approve the proof.

What should I know about pad printing pens?

With Pens, key facts: live calculator pricing, Free Design Setup on qualifying orders, proof before print, and nationwide shipping from Florida. Match size and material to your use case on the proof. Contact support the same business day if you need help choosing specs before you approve the proof.

What sizes are available for Pens?

Size and format options for promotional pen imprint are shown in the calculator above. Share viewing distance, mailing plans, or install notes in special instructions and we confirm readable type and trim on the digital proof.

What material options do you offer for Pens?

Calculator material choices for promotional pen imprint include Screen Print (1 color), Laser Engraved, Full Color. Not sure which fits your job? Free Design Setup recommends stock based on indoor, outdoor, hand-feel, or mail requirements and shows the pick on your proof.

How long does Pens production take?

Standard production for promotional pen imprint is 3-5 business days after you approve the digital proof. Rush tiers (Standard (3-5 Business Days), Rush (2-3 Business Days), Next-Day (when available)) appear in the calculator when available for your qty and specs. Approval day is not counted as day one of production.

Will I see a digital proof before Pens prints?

Yes, always. We email a digital proof showing layout, color, trim, and placement specifics for promotional pen imprint. Select Custom Pen under Item, not Pencil. Production and finishing start only after written approval. Send vector logo for barrel wrap. We keep imprint height within clip clearance zone and thicken fine type for legibility at arm length on the proof.

What file format should I upload for Pens?

Vector PDF or AI gives the crispest logos and small type on promotional pen imprint. High-resolution PNG at final trim size works for photo-heavy art. Free Design Setup can rebuild simple logos, add bleed, and flag risky RGB colors before print.

Is there a minimum order for Pens?

For Pens, quantities start at 100, 250, 500, 1,000 in the calculator. Higher qty lowers per-piece cost. Short test runs are fine when you need to validate art before a full campaign reorder. Contact support the same business day if you need help choosing specs before you approve the proof.

Do you ship Pens orders nationwide?

For your Pens job, we ship nationwide from Florida. Enter your zip at checkout for live ground and expedited rates after production. Tracking emails when the carrier scans the label. Nationwide from Florida. Contact support the same business day if you need help choosing specs before you approve the proof.

What is bleed and safe zone for Pens artwork?

Extend backgrounds 0.125 inch past trim on all sides for promotional pen imprint. Keep logos and phone numbers inside the safe zone at least 0.1 inch from the cut edge. We show bleed and safe zones on the digital proof before print.

What do small businesses ask before ordering Pens?

For Pens, answers for Pens start with the calculator options and the email proof. Tell us your deadline and use case in comments so we confirm stock, size, and turnaround before press. Contact support the same business day if you need help choosing specs before you approve the proof.

What mistakes do first-time buyers make with Pens files?

For Pens, first-time files often skip safe zones or pick indoor stock for outdoor use. Tell us where the piece will live, and we flag fixes on the proof before anything prints. Contact support the same business day if you need help choosing specs before you approve the proof.

How do I choose the right specs for Pens on a tight budget?

With Pens, start with a standard size, economy material tier, Standard turnaround, and a mid qty break in the calculator. Upgrade stock or rush only when the install or event requires it. Contact support the same business day if you need help choosing specs before you approve the proof.

What proof approval steps should I expect for Pens?

Upload art or send notes for promotional pen imprint, receive a digital proof by email within about one business day on most orders, mark changes or reply with approval, then we print and pack. No production time starts while the proof is pending.

How does Pens compare to other Apparel and Merchandise options?

On this Pens page, this page is for Pens specifically. Related products on our site cover different formats - use the related links and calculator specs to pick the right fit for display, mail, or handout use. Contact support the same business day if you need help choosing specs before you approve the proof.

What turnaround is realistic for rush Pens orders?

Rush production of 2-3 business days after proof approval is available for promotional pen imprint when the rush tier shows in the calculator. Carrier transit is extra. Plan total elapsed time as production days plus shipping days.

Is Free Design Setup included for Pens?

For Pens, yes on qualifying orders - Free Design Setup maps your logo and copy to print-ready layout. Complex photo art may need high-res sources noted upfront on the proof thread. Contact support the same business day if you need help choosing specs before you approve the proof.

Are there hidden setup fees on Pens orders?

When ordering Pens, use the calculator above for live specs and pricing. Upload print-ready art or request Free Design Setup, approve the digital proof, then we print and ship nationwide from Florida after approval. Contact support the same business day if you need help choosing specs before you approve the proof.

How do production time and shipping time differ for Pens?

Production time for promotional pen imprint is print, finish, and pack time on our floor after proof approval. Shipping time is carrier transit after pickup. A 3-day production tier plus 2-day ground shipping is five total days, not three.

Can I upload PDF, JPG, or PNG for Pens?

Vector PDF or AI gives the crispest logos and small type on promotional pen imprint. High-resolution PNG at final trim size works for photo-heavy art. Free Design Setup can rebuild simple logos, add bleed, and flag risky RGB colors before print.

Do you offer price matching on Pens?

For your Pens job, the calculator shows landed production cost for your specs. Shipping is quoted at checkout after production days. Send a comparable itemized quote when specs match if you want a review. Contact support the same business day if you need help choosing specs before you approve the proof.

What happens after I approve the digital proof for Pens?

After approval, your promotional pen imprint job enters production, passes final QC, packs for transit, and ships with tracking email when the carrier scans the label. Reply to the proof thread if you need a ship-by date noted for an event.

Questions before you order?

Contact our professional support team or scroll back to the order form. We always reply the same day.