Custom Holographic Lighter — Your Own Artwork, Engraved
A holographic lighter is not a sticker or a print. It is your artwork carved into metal with real depth that shifts as the light moves. Here is exactly how a custom one is made, what we need from you, and what is included in the commission.
Popular engraved designs
A sample of what is in stock right now.
How custom holographic engraving works
A holographic engraving starts from a flat image, but the finished piece is anything but flat. We convert your artwork into a depth map — a grayscale model of how deep each part of the design should sit below the surface. The laser then carves that depth into the metal, so highlights and shadows are physically there. When you tilt the lighter, the image appears to move and catch the light like a hologram.
What artwork works best
The single biggest factor is contrast. Bold, high-contrast artwork with a clear single subject reads beautifully. Very busy, low-contrast, or heavily gradiented photos get muddy because there is not enough separation between light and dark areas. We will look at your file before you pay and tell you honestly whether it will engrave well, and what we would change. No surprises after you have already paid.
What the $300 commission includes
The custom holographic commission is $300 and includes everything: the depth-map preparation, a proof for your approval, the full-surface 3D engraving, back-side engraving, a presentation wooden gift box, and tracked worldwide shipping. There are no hidden add-ons — the proof step exists so you approve the look before we cut metal.
How to order in 4 steps
1. Send us your artwork (Instagram @axlighter or the order form). 2. We review it and send a depth proof. 3. You approve or request changes. 4. We engrave, box it, and ship with tracking. Most commissions are in your hands within a few weeks of approval.
Frequently asked questions
- How long does a custom holographic lighter take?
- From approved proof to dispatch is typically 1–3 weeks. Complex artwork or peak seasons can run a little longer; we give you a date when you approve the proof.
- What if I do not like the proof?
- That is exactly what the proof is for. We revise the depth map until you are happy, at no charge, before any metal is cut.
- Can you engrave copyrighted characters?
- We engrave fan-inspired, made-to-order pieces and will not claim or imply official licensing. Send what you love and we will tell you if it will read well in engraving.
- Do you ship the lighter with fluid?
- No — flammable liquid cannot travel by air. The lighter ships with a flint and empty; you fill it with any standard lighter fluid. Details here.
- Why does a holographic commission cost $300?
- You are paying for a one-off depth map, a proofing round, full-surface 3D engraving, back engraving, a gift box, and tracked shipping — not a mass-produced print.
- Which collections pair well with a custom piece?
- The Anime Lighters and Custom Engraved Lighters pages show ready-made designs if you want something sooner.