Engraving Options

Professional Engraving — Attention to Every Detail

We offer rotary, diamond, and laser engraving, choosing the method suited to the material and design. We focus on clean lettering, crisp lines, and a well-finished appearance. Our rotary engraving cuts into the metal to create recessed lettering you can actually feel.

Custom artwork, logos, and emblems receive careful attention to clarity, balance, and recognizable detail, even on a surface as small as a dog tag. For suitable aluminum tags, laser engraving can also reproduce fine lettering and detailed designs.

Military Text Layouts

You can choose the wording and the order of the lines on your dog tag. A traditional military layout is available, but you are welcome to create your own arrangement.

For traditional formats by branch of service, visit our Military Dog Tag Text Formats page.

Lettering & Font

Our standard dog tag engraving uses Times New Roman-style lettering in ALL CAPITAL LETTERS for a clean, traditional appearance. Capital letters help keep the wording readable on a small engraving surface, where lowercase letters can become difficult to see.

Prefer another font, lowercase lettering, or a different arrangement? Let us know. If we feel a requested style may not look right on the finished tag, we'll contact you to discuss the options before engraving.

How Many Lines & Characters Can Be Engraved?

Our standard text engraving allows one word, one line, or up to five lines, generally with up to 30 characters per line, including spaces and punctuation. Standard engraving is offered at one flat price, regardless of how many of those lines you use.

But five lines isn't necessarily the limit! Our Custom Samples include personal and memorial messages engraved in six, seven, and even eight lines. Some custom layouts have accommodated 40 or 50 characters per line.

The selected dog tag blank, its available engraving surface, and the engraving method determine what can fit. More lines or characters mean smaller lettering, so we consider readability along with the message you want to preserve. Additional lines or longer text (such as 40 or more characters per line) may increase the engraving price. If there is an additional charge, we will contact you to discuss it and obtain your approval before beginning.

Front & Back Engraving

Want a message on both sides of your dog tag? Double-sided engraving may be possible, depending on the tag and its construction. It can provide additional room for a name, meaningful dates, or a personal message.

Reverse-side engraving is a custom request and is not offered as a standard option during online checkout. Additional charges apply. Please contact us to discuss availability and pricing before ordering.

Beyond Standard Engraving — Just Ask!

Have a longer message, a custom emblem, a special layout, or something a little out of the ordinary? Your Message. Your Ideas. Let's See What's Possible.

We welcome custom engraving requests and enjoy exploring new possibilities. Tell us what you have in mind, and we'll help determine what may work on your chosen tag. Looking for a particular metal emblem? Ask us whether we have one available for your project.

Custom Engraving & Pricing

We welcome your special requests and enjoy bringing unique ideas to life. Custom engraving beyond our standard options may require additional time and involve an additional charge. We'll discuss the possibilities and any additional costs with you before beginning your project.

Engraving Ideas — Make It Personal

Not sure what to engrave? Here are just a few ideas to get you started:

• Names, dates, and special occasions
• Military service information, ranks, and unit designations
• Memorial tributes and messages of remembrance
• Personal messages to family, friends, or loved ones
• Inspirational words, favorite sayings, or meaningful quotes
• Custom logos, emblems, and special designs

These are just suggestions, not limitations. Have something different in mind? We'd love to hear your ideas!

Personal Information & Safety

We do not recommend engraving Social Security numbers or other highly sensitive personal information. Where appropriate, consider using a service number or other identification number instead.

Review Before Ordering

Please review your engraving text carefully before submitting your order. Engraved items are custom-made and generally non-refundable; please see our Returns & Exchanges policy for details.

If we have concerns about clarity, fit, or appearance, we'll contact you to discuss the options before engraving. Have a question before ordering? Send us a message.