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Using an imprint image reproduction
process, Cross will recreate your
company trademark or symbol on an
Aventura writing instrument in one
or multiple colors of your choice.
Imprints are also available on
Century II, Tech3, and ATX writing
instruments that feature a satin finish
and chrome appointments, in silver
tone only.
Extremely accurate design and
color reproduction is possible.
Standard imprint colors are listed
below. A PMS color-match fee will be
charged for other requested colors.
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IMPRINT LOCATIONS |
| Your logo may be positioned in any of the locations shown below. Please be sure to indicate position when ordering imprinted writing instruments. |
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STANDARD IMPRINT COLORS
Red, Blue, Yellow, Green, Black, White, Gold tone, and Silver tone |
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STANDARD IMPRINT TYPE STYLES:
Maximum 3 lines |
GIFT BOX IMPRINT EXAMPLE
Band=7 3/8" wide x 2"high, click HERE |
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Cross request that artwork be prepared to sm@rt code specifications. Sm@rt code 1S applies to this type of decoration. Please CLICK HERE for the sm@rt code website. |
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PRODUCT IMPRINT |
GIFT BOX IMPRINT |
Minimum order (no imprint inventory held at Cross)
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24
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24
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| Standard imprint type styles |
see here |
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| Imprint color for Century II, Tech3, and ATX satin finishes with chrome appointments |
Silver tone |
Black
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| Aventura imprint color |
see here |
Black
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| Tooling Charge |
$80.00*A |
$80.00*A
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| Decoration price |
5.50A |
2.50A
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| Each additional color (per color) |
OVER 1 - .70A |
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| Each additional imprint |
5.50A |
2.50A
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| PMS color match charge(per color) |
40.00A |
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| Sample set-up/color revision charge |
20.00A |
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| Copy change charge (each copy change must meet catalog minimum) |
40.00A |
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| Color paper proof - new artwork only |
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| Black/white paper proof - new artwork only |
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| Color paper proof for repeat orders |
40.00A |
40.00A
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| Black/white paper proof for repeat orders |
20.00A |
20.00A
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| Less-than-minimum fee |
100.00A |
100.00A
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Standard imprint type styles
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see HERE |
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| Imprint color for satin finishes with chrome appointments |
5.50A (per unit); Silver tone |
Black
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| Gift box/Belly band custom imprint decoration price |
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2.50A
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*One color imprint tool only. Multi-color imprint tools will incur an additional charge.
Contact your Cross customer service representative for details. |
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IMPRINT ORDERING REQUIREMENTS
The following must be submitted with orders for custom imprinting.
- Item numbers, descriptions and quantities
- Cross prefers to receive artwork prepared to sm@rt code specifications.
Artwork for imprints should be prepared based on sm@rt code 1S. Please CLICK HERE for the sm@rt code website. We
will also accept digital vector artwork in Adobe Illustrator, Corel Draw 9.0
or earlier, and Freehand 9.0 or earlier. Please convert all fonts to paths;
do not send actual fonts. Email files to artwork@cross.com, referencing
your P.O. number and distributor name in the subject line. You may also
provide artwork on a 3.5” floppy or Zip disk formatted for PC. Please
send disks via FedEx or DHL. While we will accept artwork that is not
vector-based (black and white line art, enlarged to 300% of desired size),
kindly note that a fee will be incurred. Halftones or screen images are not
acceptable for reproduction purposes.
- Imprint location and type style
- For new orders, submit a design name, for example, "Texaco Star". For repeat orders, submit the name and number of the existing imprint.
- Refill color, refill point size, and fountain pen nib size (if other than standard)
- Ship to address, required delivery date and preferred shipping method
Click Here for additional charges, PMS colors, and paper proof information.
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LEAD TIMES
A lead-time is the number of working days required to process and ship an order from Cross. Lead-times begin after receipt and approval of an order by Cross. Orders for decorated product are not approved until final artwork is received and approved. Working days = Monday through Friday, excluding national and factory holidays.
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| DESCRIPTION |
LEAD-TIME |
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| Color paper proof |
5 working days |
| Black and white paper proof |
3 working days |
| Sample for approval |
6 working days |
| New design order |
6 working days |
| Repeat design order |
6 working days |
| Imprinted and emblematic order* |
10 working days |
| *Standard emblem shapes. Click Here for silk-screened and die-struck emblem information. |
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