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Spitfire Propeller Wood Pen
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£110.00
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Handcrafted ballpoint pen made from authentic Spitfire propeller wood, responsibly sourced from documented restoration material. This rare timber carries the unmistakable heritage of Britain’s most iconic WWII fighter aircraft. 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.
Spitfire Propeller Pen
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Crafted From the Heart of a Legend
Overview
Hand‑turned from authentic Jablo wood reclaimed from an original Supermarine Spitfire propeller, this luxury pen is a rare fusion of aviation heritage and master craftsmanship. Each piece carries the spirit of the aircraft that defended Britain’s skies and became an enduring symbol of courage, precision, and engineering brilliance. This is a writing instrument for collectors, aviation enthusiasts, and those who value history made tangible. |
The Story Behind the Wood
The Supermarine Spitfire remains one of the most celebrated aircraft in history — sleek, agile, and instrumental in securing victory during the Battle of Britain. Its laminated Jablo wood propellers were engineered for strength, lightness, and reliability, rotating thousands of times per minute as pilots fought to protect the nation.
The Jablo wood used in this pen once formed part of that propeller system. Weathered by flight, restored with care, and transformed with respect, it now offers a rare opportunity to own a genuine fragment of aviation history.
Every pen is a tribute to the bravery of the pilots, the ingenuity of British engineering, and the legacy of the Spitfire itself.
Craftsmanship & Design
Each pen is individually crafted by hand, allowing the natural character of the propeller timber to guide the final form.
- Material: Authentic Spitfire Jablo propeller wood with distinctive layered grain
- Hardware: Available in gold with gunmetal, or chrome with gunmetal
- Finish: Multiple coats of lacquer, sealed with burnished carnauba wax, then meticulously hand‑polished
- Mechanism: Smooth twist‑action
- Packaging: Branded presentation box with certificate of authenticity
- Origin: Handcrafted in Britain
A Gift of Aviation Heritage
This pen is more than a writing tool — it is a piece of wartime history, a symbol of British resilience, and a celebration of the craftsmanship that helped shape the modern world. For collectors or anyone who appreciates the extraordinary, it is an heirloom that commands attention and respect.
Limited Availability
Due to the extreme rarity of original Spitfire Jablo wood, production is strictly limited. Each pen is individually numbered and supplied with a certificate verifying its provenance.
Write With the Spirit of the Spitfire
Own a piece of the aircraft that helped define a nation’s finest hour.
Write with history. Write with purpose.