The customer’s always write…

Feedback from our many satisfied customers:

“I treat every order as if it were going on my boat. I insist on taking the time to make sure your lettering looks perfect.”

Since 1991, Cap’n John’s has provided quality lettering to boat owners like you. Growing up, John showed a talent for art and could regularly be found with a pad and pencil in hand. At the age of 18, he discovered a knack for hand lettering when his neighbor asked him to paint the name on his boat. It turned out so well that he received several more requests to paint names on boats. This inspired him to seek work in a sign shop. Over the next few years he honed his craft, eventually opening his own shop. When computer cut vinyl replaced paint and brushes, John set himself apart by continuing to put an artistic flair into his work. In the late 1990s, as franchises began to dominate the lettering industry, he found it increasingly difficult to compete with their huge ad budgets. He decided his talents would best be served by specializing in what he loved the most, making lettering for boats. He soon became the exclusive lettering provider for several of Central Florida’s largest boat dealerships. It was around this time he changed the name to Cap’n John’s Boat Lettering. Cap’n John’s was one of the earliest adopters of online ‘do-it-yourself’ boat lettering. In 2003, he added a simple Boat Name Designer to his website. It was originally intended as a convenient way for clients to approve their lettering before it was made. Within a matter of weeks he started receiving calls from boaters all over the country wanting to order lettering for their boat. A payment system was added and within a year, online orders surpassed local orders. Today, Cap’n John’s remains a leader in quality boat lettering. His attention to detail, superior service, and reputation for using quality materials has earned him a loyal following. Over 60% of his business is from referrals and repeat clients.

“I just want to say Thank You for our boat’s name lettering. The installation was easy, and the font that you found matched the old former lettering spacing perfectly! The silver accents set off the blue letters and makes them leap out. My wife and I have already had many complements on the name! Thank you for taking the time to find the original font that the former owner removed.” Gary and Kathy Henderson (B N Nauti) “Thanks for turning my idea into reality. I have received countless compliments on the graphics. Thanks again.” Bob Carbonaro (Brooklyn Bambino) “Thank you so much for helping me yesterday on the phone. Because of the conversation we had I was able to install the name quickly and without problems. I did need to talk to someone who does this all the time and there you were, sharing your experience with me. Again thank you and looking for our next business in the future.” Zoltan Szalva (BAGARRE) “Thanks for all your help with the boat lettering. If you hadn’t called I would have ended up with something way too small for this boat. Looks great. Thanks again.” Mark Boyette (Serenity Now) “The lettering turned out great! Thanks for all your help!” Jared Stumpp (Beach Bumz) “My Son just installed the lettering and I couldn't be more pleased with the final result. Thank you for getting them to me in such a timely manner. It was important to us to have the name and numbers when we put her in for the first time. The font and color scheme really worked out perfect and my son gives you kudos for the way you do your decals. He used to do the "Indy" cars professionally and appreciated the ease with which he could install these. Many thanks Cap'n John!” Dan Baker (“Dream’n Again”) “We ordered from you back in 2010. The side shot of the yacht is from 2022. This material really holds up well!” Bruce Schwaegel (Seraph) "Fantastic product! It looks GREAT! The installation was easy too. I followed your directions and all came out perfect." Vince Bizilj (VINDICATOR) "The instructions you provided made installation quick and easy. The service you provided both in design work for my boat's name and getting me the boat lettering quickly, made it a pleasure to do business with you. Thanks again... the boat looks great and I will utilize your services again for my next boat!" Dennis J. Leahy (Wake Up!) "Thank you for the awesome lettering! We had it on our boat within an hour and it looks great! Thanks again..... we'll be sure to refer you to our boating friends!" The Lindberg's (Swede Tamale) "The letters worked fine and look AWESOME! You did a great job. If anyone asks me where I got them, I will definitely point them in your direction. Thanks again, you have a great product." Louie LaBonte (PLAYMATE) "Thank you for the superb job on the boat name. We are absolutely delighted and thrilled with its appearance." John Crandle (Grand Finale) "The lettering that you sent went on easy and looks perfect. Thank you very much." Pat Guerra (GET SUM) "The quality was excellent and the install instructions were easy to follow. Thanks." Clifford Pickering (SUNDAZE) "We received our graphic and we are SO pleased with the way it turned out. It looks perfect!!! We appreciate your time and effort with our order. We will certainly recommend your services to anyone who needs graphics! Thanks again!" Nichole and Charlie Tavacol (Cloud Nine) "Just wanted to write you a note to thank you for our boat lettering. Your suggestions were just what we wanted and we received it so quick. It looks great on the boat. Thank you." Pamela Coite (Hotel California) "I got my lettering order this week. Wow!! It looks GREAT! Register me as another one of your satisfied customers." Dan Sorenson (Double Ease) "I installed the letters on the boat today and they look great. We are absolutely thrilled. Installation was easy and the instructions were easy to follow." Lark Leazar (Perfect Chemistry) "You did a beautiful job on our boat lettering. It looks great on the boat and went on just as instructed. Thanks so much for the quick and high quality service." Jeff Schiff (NaviGator) "Great job! This was our first time with "do it yourself" lettering and it came out GREAT!! It looks like it was professionally done." The Schroders (COD-ZILLA) "We got the lettering on yesterday and took her out! We LOVE her! The name looks fabulous..... Thank you so much." Carol Ann Sheaffer (Blondie) "Thank you for your outstanding service that exceeded my expectations. Your preview was a perfect depiction of what I received... no problems." Bruce Parker (Wetever) "Thank you so much for working with my son and I on the boat name. It looks wonderful and everyone loves it" Maryann Moreno (For Pete's Sake) "This was my first time installing vinyl and there were no problems. With my limited exposure to boat lettering, I was very pleased with the experience." Ed Demerest (MELEDY) "...Awesome... I did not expect the personal service I was given and the installation was easier than I thought. Simple actually. I will recommend you to everyone at the Lake of the Ozarks. Thanks again!" Steve Walkenbach (LaReve) "We put on the lettering this afternoon and it looks great. We followed your instructions and it worked perfectly. We're looking forward to running the boat with the new name! Thank you for your help." Clark Beeson (Clarkspoon) "The name and custom graphics arrived today and they look great. What fantastic service!! I would highly recommend you to one and all." Pam and Ted Rogowski (Pampurrrred) "We just wanted to thank you for the lettering you put on the boat today. It looks great and we are very happy with it. Thanks again for all your help and taking the time to make sure everything was right." Margaret & David Sayne (Outlaw) "The lettering looked great and it was nice to have it on there for our maiden voyage. Again, thanks for the fast, courteous service. You can be sure we will refer you when the occasion arises. Well done." Jack McCormack (HydroGlide) "Thank you soooo very much for the terrific job lettering our new boat. The size and placement of the lettering was perfect! We will pass your name along to our friends!" Ted and Sue Miller (Playin' Hooky) "I wanted to thank you for your time and skill. I have received many complements on the boat lettering and numbers. I think you did a great job, and you seem to be a very nice guy. I will recommend you whenever I get the opportunity." Glenn Shaller (Pure Adrenaline)

The customer’s always write…

Feedback from our many satisfied customers:

Since 1991, Cap’n John’s has provided quality lettering to boat owners like you. Growing up, John showed a talent for art and could regularly be found with a pad and pencil in hand. At the age of 18, he discovered a knack for hand lettering when his neighbor asked him to paint the name on his boat. It turned out so well that he received several more requests to paint names on boats. This inspired him to seek work in a sign shop. Over the next few years he honed his craft, eventually opening his own shop. When computer cut vinyl replaced paint and brushes, John set himself apart by continuing to put an artistic flair into his work. In the late 1990s, as franchises began to dominate the lettering industry, he found it increasingly difficult to compete with their huge ad budgets. He decided his talents would best be served by specializing in what he loved the most, making lettering for boats. He soon became the exclusive lettering provider for several of Central Florida’s largest boat dealerships. It was at this time he changed the name to Cap’n John’s Boat Lettering. Cap’n John’s was one of the earliest adopters of online ‘do-it-yourself’ boat lettering. In 2003, he added a simple Boat Name Designer to his website. It was originally intended as a convenient way for clients to approve their lettering before it was made. Within a matter of weeks, he started receiving calls from boaters all over the country wanting to order lettering for their boat. A payment system was added and within a year, online orders surpassed local orders. Today, Cap’n John’s remains a leader in quality boat lettering. His attention to detail, superior service, and reputation for using quality materials has earned him a loyal following. Over 60% of his business is from referrals and repeat clients.

“I just want to say Thank You for our boat’s name lettering. The installation was easy, and the font that you found matched the old former lettering spacing perfectly! The silver accents set off the blue letters and makes them leap out. My wife and I have already had many complements on the name! Thank you for taking the time to find the original font that the former owner removed.” Gary and Kathy Henderson (B N Nauti) “Thanks for turning my idea into reality. I have received countless compliments on the graphics. Thanks again.” Bob Carbonaro (Brooklyn Bambino) “Thank you so much for helping me yesterday on the phone. Because of the conversation we had I was able to install the name quickly and without problems. I did need to talk to someone who does this all the time and there you were, sharing your experience with me. Again thank you and looking for our next business in the future.” Zoltan Szalva (BAGARRE) “Thanks for all your help with the boat lettering. If you hadn’t called I would have ended up with something way too small for this boat. Looks great. Thanks again.” Mark Boyette (Serenity Now) “The lettering turned out great! Thanks for all your help!” Jared Stumpp (Beach Bumz) “My Son just installed the lettering and I couldn't be more pleased with the final result. Thank you for getting them to me in such a timely manner. It was important to us to have the name and numbers when we put her in for the first time. The font and color scheme really worked out perfect and my son gives you kudos for the way you do your decals. He used to do the "Indy" cars professionally and appreciated the ease with which he could install these. Many thanks Cap'n John!” Dan Baker (“Dream’n Again”) “We ordered from you back in 2010. The side shot of the yacht is from 2022. This material really holds up well!” Bruce Schwaegel (Seraph) "Fantastic product! It looks GREAT! The installation was easy too. I followed your directions and all came out perfect." Vince Bizilj (VINDICATOR) "The instructions you provided made installation quick and easy. The service you provided both in design work for my boat's name and getting me the boat lettering quickly, made it a pleasure to do business with you. Thanks again... the boat looks great and I will utilize your services again for my next boat!" Dennis J. Leahy (Wake Up!) "Thank you for the awesome lettering! We had it on our boat within an hour and it looks great! Thanks again..... we'll be sure to refer you to our boating friends!" The Lindberg's (Swede Tamale) "The letters worked fine and look AWESOME! You did a great job. If anyone asks me where I got them, I will definitely point them in your direction. Thanks again, you have a great product." Louie LaBonte (PLAYMATE) "Thank you for the superb job on the boat name. We are absolutely delighted and thrilled with its appearance." John Crandle (Grand Finale) "The lettering that you sent went on great and looks perfect. Thank you very much." Pat Guerra (GET SUM) "The quality was excellent and the install instructions were easy to follow. Thanks." Clifford Pickering (SUNDAZE) "We received our graphic and we are SO pleased with the way it turned out. It looks perfect!!! We appreciate your time and effort with our order. We will certainly recommend your services to anyone who needs graphics! Thanks again!" Nichole and Charlie Tavacol (Cloud Nine) "Just wanted to write you a note to thank you for our boat lettering. Your suggestions were just what we wanted and we received it so quick. It looks great on the boat. Thank you." Pamela Coite (Hotel California) "I got my lettering order this week. Wow!! It looks GREAT! Register me as another one of your satisfied customers." Dan Sorenson (Double Ease) "I installed the letters on the boat today and they look great. We are absolutely thrilled. Installation was easy and the instructions were easy to follow." Lark Leazar (Perfect Chemistry) "You did a beautiful job on our boat lettering. It looks great on the boat and went on just as instructed. Thanks so much for the quick and high quality service." Jeff Schiff (NaviGator) "Great job! This was our first time with "do it yourself" lettering and it came out GREAT!! It looks like it was professionally done." The Schroders (COD-ZILLA) "We got the lettering on yesterday and took her out! We LOVE her! The name looks fabulous..... Thank you so much." Carol Ann Sheaffer (Blondie) "Thank you for your outstanding service that exceeded my expectations. Your preview was a perfect depiction of what I received... no problems." Bruce Parker (Wetever) "Thank you so much for working with my son and I on the boat name. It looks wonderful and everyone loves it" Maryann Moreno (For Pete's Sake) "This was my first time installing vinyl and there were no problems. With my limited exposure to boat lettering, I was very pleased with the experience." Ed Demerest (MELEDY) "...Awesome... I did not expect the personal service I was given and the installation was easier than I thought. Simple actually. I will recommend you to everyone at the Lake of the Ozarks. Thanks again!" Steve Walkenbach (LaReve) "We put on the lettering this afternoon and it looks great. We followed your instructions and it worked perfectly. We're looking forward to running the boat with the new name! Thank you for your help." Clark Beeson (Clarkspoon) "The name and custom graphics arrived today and they look great. What fantastic service!! I would highly recommend you to one and all." Pam and Ted Rogowski (Pampurrrred) "We just wanted to thank you for the lettering you put on the boat today. It looks great and we are very happy with it. Thanks again for all your help and taking the time to make sure everything was right." Margaret & David Sayne (Outlaw) "The lettering looked great and it was nice to have it on there for our maiden voyage. Again, thanks for the fast, courteous service. You can be sure we will refer you when the occasion arises. Well done." Jack McCormack (HydroGlide) "Thank you soooo very much for the terrific job lettering our new boat. The size and placement of the lettering was perfect! We will pass your name along to our friends!" Ted and Sue Miller (Playin' Hooky) "I wanted to thank you for your time and skill. I have received many complements on the boat lettering and numbers. I think you did a great job, and you seem to be a very nice guy. I will recommend you whenever I get the opportunity." Glenn Shaller (Pure Adrenaline)

“I treat every order as if it were going on my boat. I insist on taking the time to make sure your lettering looks perfect.”