Private-Label Brass Gifts: How It Works for Brands and Online Sellers (Minimums, Samples, Branding)
Quick answer: OakiWay makes private-label brass compasses, sundials and other brass keepsakes for brands, online sellers and shops in any country: your brand engraved on the piece, on custom gift boxes, pouches and story cards, or on an exclusive design made only for you. Engraving your brand on our existing designs starts from 100 units on most products, samples are free, and production typically takes 2–4 weeks after sample approval. To start, send an inquiry through the quote form on our wholesale page.
This guide is for anyone who wants to sell brass gifts under their own name. It covers what can carry your brand, how private label differs from engraving and new product development, how an order works, what to check before you sell online, and what to send us for a quote.
Private-label brass gifts at a glance
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What carries your brand? | The piece itself (engraved logo or name), the packaging (gift boxes, pouches, inserts, story cards), or an exclusive edition made only for you |
| Products | Brass pocket compasses, sundial compasses, hourglasses, desk clocks and other brass keepsakes; candle holder figurines on request |
| Minimum order | Engraving from 100 units on most products; private-label projects are quoted per project; for new products (OEM), the minimum depends on product complexity |
| Samples | Free |
| Production time | Typically 2–4 weeks after sample approval |
| Shipping | International; delivery to your country is included in your quote |
| Selling online | Order directly and ask about resale terms (products bought through Faire may only be resold in a physical shop) |
| How to start | Quote form on our wholesale page |
What is a private-label brass gift?
A private-label product is made by one company and sold under another company's brand. For brass gifts, that means a compass, sundial or keepsake that we make and that reaches your customer with your name on it: engraved on the lid or face, on the box, or both. You choose the design from our range (or develop a new one with us), and the brand and the customer relationship stay yours.
Private label, custom engraving, OEM or standard wholesale: which do you need?
| Standard wholesale | Custom engraving | Private label | New product (OEM) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whose brand | OakiWay | Your text or logo on our design | Yours, on the piece and packaging | Yours, on a design made for you |
| Best for | Shops stocking our range | Awards, events, corporate gifts, souvenirs | Brands and online sellers | Brands that want something no one else sells |
| Minimum | Small quantities to large programs | From 100 units on most products | Quoted per project | Depends on product complexity |
| First step | Choose from the catalog | Pick a design and send your text or logo | Send your logo and packaging ideas | Share your concept; we develop a prototype |
The routes can be combined: for example, an existing design with your engraved logo plus packaging in your branding. Our guide to how a custom brass order works covers engraving and OEM in more detail.
What can carry your brand?
- The piece: your logo or brand name engraved on a compass lid, a sundial face or another brass keepsake, plus a quote, a date or coordinates if they fit your line.
- The packaging: custom gift boxes, pouches, inserts and story cards in your branding, so each piece is retail-ready.
- The design: a custom finish, exclusive editions sold only by you, or custom shapes and brass designs developed from a prototype.
Which brass products work for private label?
Our brass range includes pocket compasses, sundial compasses, hourglasses, desk clocks and other brass keepsakes; the brass catalog (PDF) shows every design with its code, which makes quoting faster. Our candle holder figurines with LED candles are also available wholesale and can be customized; describe what you need and we will advise on options and quantities.
How does a private-label order work?
- Concept: tell us your brand, the products you want, the quantity, your market and your launch date.
- Quote: we reply with a quote for the design, branding, packaging and delivery to your country.
- Design: we place your logo and text on the piece and the packaging, or develop a new design with you.
- Sample or prototype: you review a free sample before production; for new products we develop a prototype first.
- Production: typically 2–4 weeks after you approve the sample.
- Packaging and delivery: your pieces are packed in your branded boxes or pouches and shipped to you, in any country.
When a design sells well for you, ask us about a repeat production program.
Can you sell private-label brass gifts online?
It depends on how you buy. Products bought through Faire may only be resold in your physical shop, not online (for example on Amazon, eBay or Walmart). If you plan to sell online, order directly with OakiWay and ask about resale terms in your inquiry.
If you plan to sell on Amazon under your own brand, check Amazon's Brand Registry requirements early. Amazon's Brand Registry page says a brand needs a pending or registered trademark for its brand name or logo, and a logo that includes the brand name permanently affixed to its products or packaging. Requirements vary by country, so confirm the current rules for your Amazon store and ask your own adviser about trademarks.
What to send us for a private-label quote
- Your brand name, your company and your delivery country.
- The designs you are interested in (catalog codes help) and the quantity.
- Where your brand should appear: engraved on the piece, on the packaging, or both.
- Your logo file (a vector file such as SVG, AI, EPS or PDF usually engraves cleanest) and any packaging ideas.
- Where you will sell (your own shop, your website, a marketplace) and your launch date.
- Whether you would like free samples first.
Why brass for a private-label line?
Brass has been prized since Roman times, and for centuries navigators trusted it for compasses and instruments: it stands up to sea air, holds fine detail and never disturbs a compass needle. That history gives a brass compass or sundial a story your brand can tell, and because brass holds fine detail, it suits an engraved logo. Our brass products are made in polished brass with a warm golden finish.
Related guides
- Custom engraved brass gifts: how a custom order works
- Wholesale brass compasses and sundials for gift shops
- Custom engraved compasses for corporate, award and organization gifts
- Museums and heritage sites: our Museum & Heritage page
Private-label brass gifts FAQ
What is the minimum order for private-label brass compasses?
Engraving your brand on our existing designs starts from 100 units on most products. Full private-label projects are quoted per project, and for new products (OEM) the minimum depends on product complexity.
Are samples free?
Yes, samples are free.
How long does a private-label order take?
Production typically takes 2–4 weeks after you approve the sample, plus design, sample and shipping time. Work back from your launch date.
Can you put our logo on the box as well as the compass?
Yes. Custom gift boxes, pouches, inserts and story cards are available, so your brand can appear on the piece, the packaging, or both.
Can we sell the products on Amazon or our own website?
Products bought through Faire may only be resold in a physical shop. For online sales, order directly with OakiWay and ask about resale terms in your inquiry.
Do you ship private-label orders internationally?
Yes. Tell us your delivery country and we will include delivery in your quote.
Can you make a design that only our brand sells?
Yes. We offer exclusive editions and new product development (OEM), from prototype to production and packaging.
How much does a private-label brass gift cost?
Prices are quoted per project, based on the design, quantity, branding, packaging and delivery.
Ready to launch brass gifts under your own brand? Send an inquiry through the quote form on our wholesale page with your brand, designs, quantity, country and launch date, and ask for free samples. Download our brass catalog (PDF) to choose a design.
Updated October 28, 2026. Terms as published on our Wholesale and Museum & Heritage pages on October 28, 2026. Sources: Amazon Brand Registry requirements from Amazon's Brand Registry page (checked October 28, 2026).