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Personalized Toothpick Holder

A personalized toothpick holder makes a great gift for men. They can be given for Father's Day, a high school or college graduation, or as gifts of appreciation for the groomsmen in a wedding. Toothpick holders also make great promotional items to use as a giveaway at trade shows or as a usable business card for sales representatives who are meeting with customers. These can be printed with the company name, logo, or slogan, and can be purchased in bulk at reasonable prices. Whatever the intended use, a personalized holder can be a great gift for any occasion as long as the holder itself is carefully chosen and well-made.

The Typical Personalized Toothpick Holder

As the search for the perfect toothpick holder begins, it's natural to turn to the Internet to find just the right one. Unfortunately, many sites offering a personalized toothpick holder are offering the same one. This particular holder is silver-plated and about the size of a lipstick. It holds 12 toothpicks, and ranges in price from $4.98 to $9.98 plus shipping. Some sites offer engraving at no extra charge, but others charge a fee of around $6.00. Some sites allow an entire first and last name to be engraved, but a few limit the engraving to three initials. This toothpick holder has the advantage of being cheaply priced and very easy to find, but it isn't the best choice for someone looking for a unique gift.

The Bullet Toothpick Holder

Sunshine Products USA offers toothpick holders that are bullet replicas. The holders are priced at $59.95 and come in four varieties: 375 Holland and Holland, 600 Nitro Express, 405 Winchester, and a 416 Winchester Express. Each of the holders features a solid brass casing and a copper bullet with a threaded screw-on lid. These hold a lot of toothpicks, and can be fitted with a key ring. Engraving does cost $30.00 extra for up to ten letters, but these are top-of-the-line toothpick holders and would make a very special gift for any hunter or sportsman. Each type of bullet has its one distinct history, making these holders highly collectible.

The Rolls Royce of Toothpick Holders

Priced at $159.95, this solid bronze toothpick holder with a clip attachment is built for maximum durability. For an extra $30.00, the manufacturer can engrave the holder with up to ten letters, and a velvet gift box is available for an additional $6.50. Interestingly, special ornate toothpicks are available for purchase with this holder, priced at $6.50 for 360 picks, Tea tree and cinnamon flavored toothpicks are also available at $5.95 for 100. This could be a wonderful retirement or eighth anniversary present, as bronze gifts are traditional for that year.

Economical Toothpick Holders

Not everyone is prepared to spend over $100 on a toothpick holder. For the especially money-conscious, Sunshine Products also offers a solid brass toothpick holder for $39.95. Engraving is available for $20.00 for this holder, and it includes a key ring at no extra charge. This holder also features a locking mechanism that keeps the holder sealed when the lid is screwed on tightly, protecting the toothpicks from moisture. If $39.95 is still a bit much, there is a $29.95 model that comes in a brass or stainless steel finish. It features a built-in snap clip that will snap on a belt loop or to a key ring. Engraving for this holder costs $14.00 extra for up to 15 letters.

Another option for the thrifty gift-giver is a metal toothpick holder from Kyle Designs. This holds quite a few toothpicks and can also double as a holder for chewing gum. The holder costs $19.50, and engraving can be done to the back of the holder in several different fonts for only $5.95. The holder comes in a silver or gold finish, and hundreds of designs are available for the front, making this an inexpensive and highly customizable toothpick holder.

Custom-Imprinted Toothpick Holders

Companies can also offer a personalized holder as a giveaway item for their sales staff. Customers love freebies, and giveaway items are practically a requirement at trade shows. The custom-imprinted toothpick holder is a nice change from the pens and magnets most companies offer. Epromos offers a plastic toothpick holder in red, blue or white that starts at $.98 with a 305-unit minimum order quantity. The set-up charge for the imprinting is a one-time $50 fee, so the additional cost wouldn't apply to any reorders. The holders come individually bagged and hold 12 toothpicks.

Buying and Personalizing a Toothpick Holder

Toothpick holders can be a great gift for any occasion, and are available in a variety of styles and price ranges. The best gift is one that's chosen with the recipient in mind, so know what features are important to the person receiving the toothpick holder. Maintaining good dental hygiene on the go is always easy with a pocket toothpick holder, and personalization makes the gift just a bit more special for that special dad, brother, or friend.

By Myrrh Hector