HMS Warrior 1860 Teak Pen
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£90.00
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Handcrafted ballpoint pen made from authentic teak recovered from HMS Warrior (1860), Britain’s first iron‑hulled armoured warship and a landmark of Victorian naval engineering. This historic teak carries over 160 years of character from one of the most significant ships of the 19th century. Each pen is finished with eight coats of lacquer and a burnished layer of carnauba wax for a deep, lasting sheen.
Available in chrome plate with gunmetal or gold plate with gunmetal hardware, featuring a twist‑finial mechanism, pocket clip, decorative detailing above the nib, and compatibility with standard G2/Parker refills. Supplied in a branded presentation box with a certificate of authenticity.
HMS Warrior (1860) — Teak Pen
A Piece of Ironclad History, Crafted for Today
This handcrafted pen is made from authentic teak recovered from HMS Warrior, the Royal Navy’s first iron‑hulled, armoured warship. The timber carries the character of a vessel that changed naval engineering forever. Holding it is like carrying a preserved fragment of Victorian innovation and maritime heritage.
The Story of HMS Warrior (1860)
Launched in 1860, HMS Warrior was the world’s first iron‑hulled, armoured warship — a revolutionary leap forward in naval design. Faster, stronger, and more advanced than anything afloat, she rendered every wooden warship instantly obsolete. Her arrival sparked a global shift in naval architecture and marked the beginning of the ironclad era.
Although she never fired a shot in anger, Warrior’s power lay in her presence. She served as a deterrent, a symbol of industrial might, and a demonstration of Britain’s technological leadership. After her active career, she spent decades in reserve and later as a depot ship before being restored to her former glory.
During restoration work, sections of her original teak were removed — timber that had endured over a century of service, weather, and history. This material has now been transformed into a limited number of handcrafted pens, each one a tribute to a ship that changed the course of naval engineering.
Craftsmanship & Finish
Every pen is individually hand‑turned on the lathe, shaped to highlight the natural grain and character of the historic teak.
It is then finished with:
Hardware & Refill Details
Choose from:
Presentation & What’s Included
Your pen arrives in a branded presentation box, complete with:
Why This Piece Matters
Owning this pen means carrying a tangible link to HMS Warrior — the ship that ushered in the age of iron and steam. It’s a reminder of innovation, craftsmanship, and the moment naval history changed forever.
Specifications
This handcrafted pen is made from authentic teak recovered from HMS Warrior, the Royal Navy’s first iron‑hulled, armoured warship. The timber carries the character of a vessel that changed naval engineering forever. Holding it is like carrying a preserved fragment of Victorian innovation and maritime heritage.
The Story of HMS Warrior (1860)
Launched in 1860, HMS Warrior was the world’s first iron‑hulled, armoured warship — a revolutionary leap forward in naval design. Faster, stronger, and more advanced than anything afloat, she rendered every wooden warship instantly obsolete. Her arrival sparked a global shift in naval architecture and marked the beginning of the ironclad era.
Although she never fired a shot in anger, Warrior’s power lay in her presence. She served as a deterrent, a symbol of industrial might, and a demonstration of Britain’s technological leadership. After her active career, she spent decades in reserve and later as a depot ship before being restored to her former glory.
During restoration work, sections of her original teak were removed — timber that had endured over a century of service, weather, and history. This material has now been transformed into a limited number of handcrafted pens, each one a tribute to a ship that changed the course of naval engineering.
Craftsmanship & Finish
Every pen is individually hand‑turned on the lathe, shaped to highlight the natural grain and character of the historic teak.
It is then finished with:
- Eight coats of lacquer
- A burnished layer of carnauba wax
- A smooth, durable sheen designed to last
Hardware & Refill Details
Choose from:
- Chrome plate with gunmetal
- Gold plate with gunmetal
- Twist‑finial mechanism
- Pocket clip
- Decorative detailing above the nib
- Compatibility with standard G2/Parker refills
Presentation & What’s Included
Your pen arrives in a branded presentation box, complete with:
- Certificate of authenticity
- Material origin details
- Care information
Why This Piece Matters
Owning this pen means carrying a tangible link to HMS Warrior — the ship that ushered in the age of iron and steam. It’s a reminder of innovation, craftsmanship, and the moment naval history changed forever.
Specifications
- Material: Teak from HMS Warrior (1860)
- Hardware: Chrome plate with gunmetal / Gold plate with gunmetal
- Mechanism: Twist‑finial
- Refill: Standard G2/Parker
- Finish: Lacquer + carnauba wax
- Packaging: Presentation box + certificate