Permanent, craftsman-quality engraving powered by a professional MOPA fiber laser — built for gun owners who take pride in the details.
ForgeMark Industries at Pete’s Guns and Stuff offers professional laser etching and engraving services for firearms parts, accessories, and keepsakes using a MOPA fiber laser — the same class of equipment used by serious production shops and custom builders. Unlike entry-level diode or CO₂ lasers, a MOPA fiber laser delivers precise, permanent grayscale marking on steel, aluminum, titanium, and anodized surfaces without removing structural material or compromising coatings. The result is a crisp, durable mark that won’t peel, fade, or wear under normal use. Whether you’re personalizing a build, commemorating a family heirloom, or adding decorative detail to a custom part, every piece that comes through our shop is treated with the same care and attention you’d expect from a licensed, detail-obsessed craftsman.
What We Etch
Customer-Supplied Non-Serialized Parts & Accessories — We work with customer-owned parts that are not serialized receivers or regulated frames — no transfer required, no FFL paperwork triggered. - Handgun slides (non-serialized) - Rifle upper receivers (non-serialized ARs and similar) - Magazine bodies and base pads - Handguards, rail covers, and foregrips - Muzzle devices, compensators, and barrel shrouds - Optic bodies and scope rings - Knife blades, multi-tools, and EDC gear
Custom Firearm Decoration & Personalization — Add tasteful, permanent decorative marking to your build — unit insignia, logos, patterns, or personal touches that make a firearm distinctly yours. - Military unit crests and service branch insignia - Custom maker’s marks and builder logos (non-regulatory) - Geometric patterns, stippling overlays, and decorative borders - Club, organization, or team branding - Limited-run custom build identifiers
Memorial, Heritage & Tribute Marking — Preserve a legacy in steel — memorial engravings that honor service members, family heirlooms passed down through generations, or tribute pieces built to last a lifetime. - Name, dates, and rank tributes for fallen service members or veterans - Family crest and heritage markings on heirloom firearms - “In memory of” inscriptions on stocks, plates, or receivers (non-serialized) - Commemorative build plaques and display pieces - Anniversary or retirement gift personalization
About the Finish
A NOTE ON COLORED & RAINBOW EFFECTS: You may have seen laser-engraved firearm parts with striking gold, blue, or multi-color finishes. To be clear about what our laser does and does not do — our MOPA fiber laser produces high-resolution grayscale marks. It does not generate color on its own. The vibrant colors you see on some engraved pieces come from the substrate itself: anodized aluminum, Cerakoted surfaces, or heat-colored (rainbow) stainless steel that was pre-treated before engraving. When our laser etches those surfaces, it removes or alters the colored layer to reveal crisp grayscale or contrasting detail beneath. If your part already has a colored finish, the laser can create beautiful contrast. If your part has a standard matte or blued finish, the result will be a precise, permanent grayscale mark. We’ll always tell you what to expect based on your specific part — no surprises.
How to Submit a Part
- Inquire & Describe Your Project — Use the quote request form below or email us directly. Describe your part, the marking or design you want, and upload a reference image if you have one. We’ll confirm whether your project falls within our current scope.
- Receive Your Written Quote — We’ll review your design, confirm the material and scope, and send you a written quote with turnaround estimate. No work begins until you approve the quote in writing.
- Drop Off or Ship Your Part — Local customers in the [City/Region] area may drop off parts at our licensed premises by appointment. Shipping customers send cleaned, unloaded parts via appropriate carrier per applicable firearm shipping regulations. We’ll confirm the address and any packaging requirements.
- We Etch & Inspect — Your part is etched with our MOPA fiber laser to the approved design spec. We inspect every piece for depth, clarity, and alignment before it leaves the bench. You’ll receive a photo confirmation before shipment or pickup.
- Pick Up or Receive Your Part — Local customers pick up by appointment. Shipped parts are returned via tracked carrier. Parts are always handled and packaged with care.
Our Work
Take a look at what a MOPA fiber laser can do. The pieces below are demonstration and sample marks on non-serialized parts and accessories — a preview of the detail, contrast, and durability you can expect on your own project. Want your part featured? Ask about a sample mark when you request your quote.
All pieces shown are finished MOPA fiber-laser engraving work on pre-finished stainless. Custom slide, grip, knife, and gun-part sample marks available on request.
Pricing
We believe in straight pricing with no hidden setup fees. The tiers below reflect typical project complexity — your final quote will be confirmed in writing before any work begins.
Minimum per part: $45. This covers file prep, fixturing, and machine setup for any single piece. Multi-part sets and production runs are quoted at a reduced per-part rate.
- Basic Text or Simple Mark — Starting at $45 Single text line, simple logo mark, or basic serial-style text block on a standard flat surface. Ideal for name tags, slides, receivers (non-serialized), or mag base pads.
- Text + Artwork Combination — Starting at $85 Combined text and vector artwork, monograms, unit crests, or standard graphic elements on a flat or low-contour surface.
- Detailed Artwork or Memorial Piece — Starting at $150 Detailed scenic artwork, portrait-style etching, fine-line patterns, or wrap-around engraving on curved surfaces. Includes memorial and heritage tribute pieces.
- Multi-Part Sets & Production Runs — Quoted individually — contact us Multi-part sets (e.g., matching rifle and pistol), serialized or NFA-reviewed work (case-by-case, see compliance note), or production runs of 5+ identical pieces.
Custom artwork, complex multi-pass designs, large surface areas, or jobs requiring artwork creation from scratch are quoted individually. All prices are for labor and setup only; customer supplies the part unless otherwise arranged. Quotes are valid for 14 days.
Compliance
COMPLIANCE NOTE — Serialized Receiver & NFA/SBR Frame Engraving: Marking or engraving on serialized receivers, frames, or NFA-regulated items (including SBR conversions, manufacturer marking, and required-by-law serial application) is reviewed strictly on a case-by-case basis. Each request is verified against current ATF regulations and the applicable license type (FFL/SOT) before any work is accepted or performed. We do not perform any marking that would violate federal, state, or local law. Customer age verification and legal eligibility may be required. When in doubt, we will decline the work — no exceptions. This note is not legal advice; consult a qualified firearms attorney if you have questions about your specific situation.
Ready to Mark Something That Lasts a Lifetime?
Request a Quote
Compliance & Firearms Notice
ForgeMark Industries / Pete's Guns and Stuff does not sell or transfer firearms or serialized components through this website. Our laser etching is a service performed on items you already lawfully own or provide. We work with non-serialized parts and accessories that trigger no FFL transfer or paperwork. Any marking of a serialized receiver, frame, or NFA item is reviewed and verified case-by-case against ATF requirements and applicable license type before any work is performed. All work complies with federal, state, and local law; age and eligibility requirements apply.
Firearm Component Engraving — Important Compliance Information
Custom engraving on regulated firearm components is performed through our affiliated licensed FFL, Pete's Guns and Stuff (home-based FFL, East Texas).
- FFL transfers: Any regulated firearm or serialized component must ship to and from a licensed FFL dealer — never directly to an unlicensed individual. You are responsible for arranging a receiving FFL in your state.
- Age requirement: You must be at least 18 (long-gun components) or 21 (handgun components) as required by federal and state law. By ordering, you certify you meet all applicable age requirements.
- Legal eligibility: You certify you are not prohibited from possessing firearms or firearm components under federal, state, or local law.
- State restrictions: We cannot accept orders that violate the laws of your state or locality. It is your responsibility to know and comply with your local laws.
- Non-regulated items: Display art, plates, and decorative pieces are not regulated firearms and ship normally.
All firearm-related work is handled in accordance with applicable ATF, federal, and state requirements. See our Firearms Compliance & FFL Policy for full details.