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Spitfire Jablo Propeller Wood Ballpoint Pen, Own a Piece of History, Handmade

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Spitfire Jablo Propeller Wood Ballpoint Pen, Own a Piece of History, Handmade

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This unique and historic ballpoint pen made from reclaimed Jablo 1941-1945 era wooden propeller. The wood is hand turned by me in my own workshop and this is the actual pen you will receive.

The wood is obtained from a reputable dealer in the UK and a certificate of authenticity, provided by the supplier, will be included with the pen (see pictures). The metal pen parts are obtained from another UK provider, renowned worldwide for supplying premium pen parts for woodturners, these are the most expensive parts the provider sells (sirocco ballpoint pen). The fittings are in premium quality gunmetal and gold. This is an expensive and exclusive pen due to its historic value hence I wanted to use the highest quality pen parts in its construction.

While the Spitfire's Merlin engine roared and its elliptical wings sliced through the air, its success hinged on a crucial, often-overlooked component: the propeller. In the early years of WW2, vital metals like aluminium were in desperately short supply. British ingenuity answered with Jablo!

Jablo wood-composite propeller blades were used on Supermarine Spitfires primarily from 1940–1941 through the end of World War II in 1945. This pen is a unique piece of this legacy, showcasing the rich grain and character of the unique Jablo constructed wooden propellor blade. It comes with a certificate of authenticity detailing its origin, ensuring its provenance.

Comes with the velvet hard case shown.

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Designed by David Pye in leigh, Lancashire

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