The Pen-O-Rama® writing instrument most often comes to mind when Garland is mentioned. This collection was the first series introduced with the flared dome design and continues to be very popular. The high-gloss molded resin barrel distinguishes the Founder’s Collection from all other Garland pens. Information here pertains to barrel imprinting requirements and suggestions for our Founder's Collection only, the 390 and 395 series’.

One-Color Imprint on Founder’s Collection High Gloss Resin Barrel

There is a minimum run of 50 pens or pencils per barrel color, imprint copy and imprint color. Please note: pens and pencils may not be combined to reach the 50-piece minimum. You have two choices for one-color imprint on the barrel. Either send us high contrast camera-ready black and white artwork or have Garland typeset your message. There are no prep charges or per piece running charges to typeset or setup for a one-color imprint when selecting one of our 21 standard ink colors listed below. Changes of copy or ink color are available at $10.00 (x) per change. For example, if you would like to have 100 white barrels imprinted in dark blue, and 100 royal blue barrels printed in silver, one additional charge of $10.00 (x) will be incurred. Each change of copy, change of ink color, or change of barrel color must meet the 50-piece minimum.

Two-Color Imprint on Founder’s Collection High Gloss Resin Barrel

Due to the additional processing, there is a minimum of 100 pieces per barrel color, imprint copy and imprint color for ordering a two-color imprint copy on pens or pencils from our Founder’s Collection. Color-separated black and white artwork must be provided for a two-color imprint with custom logos, images or non-standard typestyles. There is an additional set-up charge of $35.00 (G) for the second-color imprint. The running charge for a two-color imprint copy is $.10 (G) per piece.
   Change of copy or ink color change is not available for two-color imprint orders. Any change of copy or ink color would need to be submitted and priced as a separate order.

Standard Imprint Ink Colors for Founder’s Collection

Ink colors available: White, Black, Silver, Gold, Process Blue, Reflex Blue,Yellow
PMS108, Orange PMS1505, Warm Red, Bright Red PMS 185, Maroon PMS 201, Pink PMS 225, Purple PMS 2597, Dark Blue PMS 281, Medium Blue PMS 300, Teal PMS 320, Dark Green PMS 3415, Medium Green PMS 347, Buff PMS 141, Brown PMS 463 and Dark Grey PMS 11.
The PMS numbers listed above are closest approximate PMS colors when printed on white barrels. "Close as possible" requests will be imprinted with one of the above standard ink colors. All other colors are considered a color match. Samples for approval are strongly recommended for your initial order especially when very close color matches are required. Actual imprint color may vary slightly from color chart, from exact color match request, or on repeat orders.

Sample Charges

For sample charges and information, please visit the Founder’s Collection Product Page and review the Product Details Section.

Color Match for Imprinted Inks on Founder’s Collection

The first time formulation of a custom colored ink requires a minimum order run of 250 units. Please provide PMS colors and we will match as close as possible. The minimum quantity for repeat orders using the same formulation is 50 pens or pencils. A mixing charge of $30.00 (G) is billed for both new and repeat orders. Samples are required the first time that a new custom color is run. The color match charge will be billed on your sample and waived for your order, provided that the sample for approval is approved within 60 days from date of shipment.

Imprint Set-Up and Color Selection for Founder’s Collection

There are several tips we'd like to share with you for imprint set-up on our Founder’s Collection.
   Your choice of barrel color combined with an ink color will affect the appearance of your message. Choose your barrel color and imprint color carefully so there is adequate contrast and a pleasing color combination. For example, our standard Purple ink is very close to PMS 2597 when printed on a white barrel, but would not necessarily look the same shade when printed on a grey barrel and would be almost invisible on a teal barrel. The color of the underlying barrel when combined with the ink color will most definitely affect the appearance of the product.
   Contrast is very important when selecting your colors. Silver and gold imprint are metallics and always look great with our Founder’s since they match the polished chrome and golden caps. Black and other very dark inks will stand out on light color barrels, but may provide less contrast on barrels that are not as dark, such as medium green. White, yellow and other very light imprint inks do not have the same depth of color as a metallic ink and do not always provide good coverage when imprinting a very large logo area on some of the dark barrel colors. But, printing several lines of standard size (8 to 10 point) text would look fine. Confusing? Yes, but much of the success of the customization process has to do with the size and style of a font, logo or typestyle, the detail and quality of the artwork submitted, the color combinations and contrast, and most importantly—personal preference. Subtle or dramatic. Classic or non-conformist. Are you trying to tout your message to the world, or discreetly reward or recognize important associates or achievements? It’s your writing instrument and your choice!
   So, how to proceed? Random samples can provide a starting point to check out standard ink colors on the various barrel colors. If your barrel artwork/copy or your color combinations are not workable, our product specialists will contact you with suggestions. Instead of running red on black, maybe we can try black on red. Or, upgrade to a two-color imprint using both red and black on white. Custom samples are always very much recommended when you are not sure exactly what you want or how your artwork and copy will reproduce. Our product sample charges have not been increased in over 20 years because we believe in the importance of custom samples that permit the buyer to evaluate exactly what they will be receiving. Samples resolve issues before they become problems.
   Finally, please keep in mind that the taper of the barrel on the Founder’s Collection (390-395 Series) will affect the appearance of your imprint copy if you have many long lines of copy that wrap around a large percentage of the barrel.

Imprint Size and Imprint Typestyles on Founder’s Collection

If black and white artwork is not available, Garland can typeset your message. It is important that you provide your desired message in typewritten form to avoid spelling and spacing errors. For the most pleasing barrel imprint, we recommend combining no more than three typestyles. You may choose from the standard typestyles that we offer, indicating point size for each line. Unless specifically requested, all lines of copy will be centered. Please keep in mind that the maximum imprint area on the barrel of our Founder’s Collection is 1 1/4” (31.75mm) long x 1” (25.4mm) high.