Charles Dickens® Pen
Charles Dickens® Pen
SKU: 005986

Description
The Charles Dickens ballpen is a smart, presentation-ready writing instrument designed for businesses that want a more polished branded pen. Made from lacquered metal with silver trim, it has a classic twist-action mechanism and writes in black ink. Each pen is supplied in a deluxe presentation case, making it especially well suited to client gifts, conference packs, boardroom use and executive stationery.
Its weighted metal construction gives it a more substantial feel in the hand than a standard giveaway pen, helping your brand leave a stronger impression. The refined finish also makes it a good choice for reception desks, signing areas and staff use where a professional appearance matters.
For branding, this pen offers several practical options depending on the look you want. Pad print is ideal for a crisp spot-colour logo, digital print on the lid supports full-colour artwork, and engraving creates a clean, durable finish that complements the metal barrel particularly well.
If you need a branded pen that feels more premium from the moment it is presented, the Charles Dickens ballpen combines elegant styling, useful everyday function and gift-box presentation in one neat package.
General Artwork Guidelines
Supplying Your Artwork/Logo
At Oakdene Merch, we’re dedicated to making your order experience seamless and hassle-free. Whether you have your own artwork or need assistance from our in-house graphic design team, we’re here to help you create high-quality, personalised merchandise that perfectly represents your brand.
Accepted File Formats
Different products utilise various print processes, and the type of artwork you provide plays a crucial role in achieving the best results. Please refer to the guidelines below to ensure you supply the correct file type for your desired product:
Vector Files: .eps, .pdf, .ai, .svg, .dxf
Why Vector? Vector files are ideal for all types of printing processes. They allow for infinite scalability without any loss of quality, ensuring crisp and clear prints on any product.
Raster (Pixel) Files: .png, .jpg, .tiff
Suitable For: Full-color designs that incorporate a wide range of colors and gradients. (300 DPI or higher) to avoid pixelation and ensure sharp prints.
Don’t Have a Vector Format?
No problem! Our talented in-house graphic design team can convert your existing artwork into a vector format, ensuring it meets all necessary requirements for high-quality printing. Simply provide us with your artwork in a high-resolution format, and we’ll handle the rest.
Free Design Proofs
We provide detailed, print-ready visuals of your artwork on any of our extensive range of promotional products. This allows you to visualise the final product before proceeding to print.
Need Assistance?
If you’re unsure about what artwork to provide or how to get started, our design team is here to help! We offer complimentary design services to help create artwork tailored to your needs. Let us help you bring your vision to life with high-quality merchandise that reflects your commitment to sustainability.
How to Submit Your Artwork
1. Prepare Your Files: Ensure your artwork is in one of the accepted formats listed above. For best results, provide vector files whenever possible.
2. Share your vision: When placing your order please let our design team know how you would like your artwork positioned and sized.
3. Review Proofs: Once we receive your artwork, our team will create a print-ready proof for your approval. Review the proof to ensure everything looks perfect.
4. Finalise Your Order: Approve the proof, and we’ll proceed with printing your customised merchandise.
At Oakdene Merch, your satisfaction is our priority. Our comprehensive support and expertise ensure that your customised products exceed your expectations. Get in touch with us today to start creating your personalised merchandise!
Charles Dickens® Pen FAQs
Do you offer design support for merchandise?
Yes, our experienced in-house design team is available to assist with artwork and design inspiration. Share your ideas with our team and they will help bring them to life.
Can I see a proof of my design before it is made?
We send all customers a digital proof for approval before production begins, giving you an opportunity to request amendments. We can often provide a physical sample for sign-off, or deliver photos and video if turnaround times are tight.
I need promotional merchandise delivered tomorrow, can you help?
The lead times on our website are a guide.
The 'Charles Dickens® Pen' usually takes working days.
If you require delivery sooner, please call us to discuss options. We will often be able to accommodate express orders.
What extra chargers are there on top of the price?
Wherever possible all charges are built into our prices. Our website prices include:
- Delivery to UK mainland
- Origination and artwork
- Printing/Engraving the product with your branding/design
- Design amendments
- Packaging
- Digital proofs
Extra charges are incurred if you require additional printing or customisation beyond the standard branding already shown on the product.