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[honeychile]

3,4 (is there an appreciable difference?) or 9.

[winnieb]

i like 2 and 8--- they are simple and nice. by stamp, do you mean the jewelers stamp that would mark the piece? if so, i would think something nice, clean with nice lines so it wears well.

[tunatartare]

the first one

[VandalSquirrel]

I would see that it is VF for Vulcan Forge a lot easier if the F flowed into the V from below, instead of the F flowing upwards from the V.

I think either 8 or 9 would look good if the F went up and the top cross of the F was at the bottom of the V.

[valkyrie]

My choice would depend on what type of customer you're trying to attract. With a name like "The Vulcan Forge," my guess would be that you want to appeal to a Ren Faire/sci fi/D&D kind of person, and so I'd say 10 or 11 would be a good choice. Personally, and I don't think I'm your target consumer, I think 5 is cool as hell. It's kind of retro/stylish/simple/classic/beat/whatever. 7, 8, and 9 look too much like Van Halen.

I also disagree with shinerbock, because apparently that's my new hobby. Seriously, though, a logo can be more than enough in the fashion world -- see Louis Vuitton, Fendi, Kate Spade, etc.

[jadis96]

I like 9 and 10. Both are clear on being a V and a F, but also have some artistic value to them. I agree though that what type of costomer you are wanting to attract makes a huge difference.

[adpiucf]

Number 2 is a simple and clean mark where you can clearly designate the V from the F. It will be easy to reproduce at various sizes.

Good luck with your new venture!

[Rio_Kohitsuji]

Originally Posted by valkyrie

My choice would depend on what type of customer you're trying to attract. With a name like "The Vulcan Forge," my guess would be that you want to appeal to a Ren Faire/sci fi/D&D kind of person, and so I'd say 10 or 11 would be a good choice. Personally, and I don't think I'm your target consumer, I think 5 is cool as hell. It's kind of retro/stylish/simple/classic/beat/whatever. 7, 8, and 9 look too much like Van Halen.

I also disagree with shinerbock, because apparently that's my new hobby. Seriously, though, a logo can be more than enough in the fashion world -- see Louis Vuitton, Fendi, Kate Spade, etc.

Haha! Actually the D&D-er's aren't our target audience (but you did give me something to think about...). Our target will be male 25-35 (heck, older too!) who are scared to death of the typical jewelry store atmosphere. Right now we're only focusing on engagement rings that are heavy in the customization and light on cost. Why it's the Vulcan is do to the myth and also due to he does all his work in a homemade outdoor kiln, I don't know how else to describe it except for badass, heh.

[kddani]

Originally Posted by Rio_Kohitsuji

Haha! Actually the D&D-er's aren't our target audience (but you did give me something to think about...). Our target will be male 25-35 (heck, older too!) who are scared to death of the typical jewelry store atmosphere. Right now we're only focusing on engagement rings that are heavy in the customization and light on cost. Why it's the Vulcan is do to the myth and also due to he does all his work in a homemade outdoor kiln, I don't know how else to describe it except for badass, heh.

The word "Vulcan" is well-known to most as something from Star Trek, so it could really be misleading and also could turn off a lot of potential customers. Might also want to check with a lawyer (as anyone starting a business should) about any potential trademark issues in using this term.