Makers looking to transform their custom sheaths and holsters will find authentic naval imagery and symbolism in this professionally crafted US Navy medallion. Durable metal is cast into a detailed high-relief design and given an authentic antique nickel finish, so this hardware piece wears the weathered, sea-tested appearance that craftsmen and naval personnel appreciate.
A sailor in uniform, wearing traditional Navy dress, takes a prominent place in the proud naval scene shown here. Behind the sailor, a modern naval vessel slices through the waves as a sign of the fleet's strength and capability, and on the left a distinctive shield set with multiple stars stands for naval heritage and excellence. Along the border, "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" curves across the top and "NAVY" across the bottom, making the piece a complete tribute to naval service.
The relief renders the naval uniform's crisp lines, the warship's angular profile and the exact geometric shapes of the shield, and every element holds sharp definition throughout. The antique nickel coating provides excellent protection against corrosion, and naval personnel and outdoor professionals will find it keeps the subdued maritime look they prefer.
Getting it on is easy. An integrated screw post on the rear goes through any standard quarter-inch eyelet or rivet hole and tightens down securely, giving you a flush, professional-looking installation that is strong enough for field use. For knife, sheath and holster makers, it adds distinctive naval character to leather work, KYDEX projects and hybrid sheath designs while their functionality stays fully intact.
Use it to honor Navy service members, to make commemorative pieces or to give your craftwork authentic maritime styling. Functional field gear and presentation pieces are both good fits, given how substantial the medallion feels and how precisely it is detailed.
Specifications
- US Navy Sailor and Shield model
- Coated in antique nickel
- Diameter measures 1.25 inches (1-1/4 inches)
- Single screw post on the reverse side
- Mounts through a #8 (0.25 inch/1/4 inch) rivet or eyelet hole
- Built from cast metal
- United States Navy theme
Below, a sample medallion appears mounted on a sheath at an existing #8 eyelet/rivet hole. Check the image and description above to see the actual model and hole pattern.
