The 303 Squadron Legacy Pen – Camouflage Edition
A tribute to 303 Squadron and the Polish airmen who fought in the Battle of Britain.
In the summer of 1940, Polish airmen who had already fought for their homeland and in France took to the skies over southern England. Flying with the RAF as 303 Squadron, they quickly demonstrated extraordinary skill, determination and courage.
Flying the Hawker Hurricane, 303 Squadron became one of the most effective fighter squadrons of the Battle of Britain, helping defend Britain at a moment when the outcome of the war remained uncertain. They fought not only for Britain, but for the Poland they had been forced to leave behind.
Yet their story did not end with victory. In 1946, the Polish squadrons were excluded from the main London Victory Parade. While Britain celebrated the end of the war, these airmen were left on the margins, their homeland now behind the Iron Curtain.
The 303 Squadron Legacy Pen is a small act of remembrance for these remarkable men and their contribution.
Crafted in camouflage acrylic with refined metal fittings, the pen pays tribute to the Hawker Hurricane flown by 303 Squadron during the Battle of Britain. The propeller-style clip is hand engraved with “303”, commemorating the squadron at the heart of its story. Each pen is accompanied by a carefully prepared record of the pilots who flew with 303 Squadron during the Battle of Britain.
Limited to 16 pieces worldwide, representing the 16 aircraft that reflected the operational strength of a fighter squadron.
Also available in Black Edition.
$731.35
DESCRIPTION
A tribute to 303 Squadron and the Polish airmen who fought in the Battle of Britain.
In the summer of 1940, Polish airmen who had already fought for their homeland and in France took to the skies over southern England. Flying with the RAF as 303 Squadron, they quickly demonstrated extraordinary skill, determination and courage.
Flying the Hawker Hurricane, 303 Squadron became one of the most effective fighter squadrons of the Battle of Britain, helping defend Britain at a moment when the outcome of the war remained uncertain. They fought not only for Britain, but for the Poland they had been forced to leave behind.
Yet their story did not end with victory. In 1946, the Polish squadrons were excluded from the main London Victory Parade. While Britain celebrated the end of the war, these airmen were left on the margins, their homeland now behind the Iron Curtain.
The 303 Squadron Legacy Pen is a small act of remembrance for these remarkable men and their contribution.
Crafted in camouflage acrylic with refined metal fittings, the pen pays tribute to the Hawker Hurricane flown by 303 Squadron during the Battle of Britain. The propeller-style clip is hand engraved with “303”, commemorating the squadron at the heart of its story. Each pen is accompanied by a carefully prepared record of the pilots who flew with 303 Squadron during the Battle of Britain.
Limited to 16 pieces worldwide, representing the 16 aircraft that reflected the operational strength of a fighter squadron.
Also available in Black Edition.
PEN SPECIFICATIONS
High-density acrylic
Onoto Size 7 Gold-Plated Stainless Steel
Clip – Bronze propeller
Capped (closed): 156mm
Uncapped including nib: 136mm
Posted including nib: 170mm
Barrel diameter: 15mm
Cap diameter: 15mm
Cap length: 70mm
28gms
Upgrade to 18ct Gold available.
Fine, medium or broad nib as standard
Customised stub, italic or other styles available to order
Converter (provided) or standard European cartridge
Conversion kit available to order separately
DELIVERY OPTIONS
All of our deliveries will be tracked and insured. The delivery charges are based on destinations:
UK under £50 – standard: £4.99 + vat; upgrade to Courier delivery: £9.99+vat
UK over £50 – standard: Free; upgrade to Courier delivery: £9.99+vat
EU - standard: 14.99 no vat; upgrade to Courier delivery: £24.99 no vat
Rest of World – standard: £19.99 no vat; upgrade to Courier delivery: £29.99 no vat
EU countries include Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Republic of Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain and Sweden.
Items with standard specifications, i.e. no options are chosen, will normally be dispatched within 2-3 working days. Delivery lead time can be delayed in some circumstances. For example if you have requested personalisation of your order such as engraving or change of fittings.
If for any reason we are unable to meet our delivery commitments, we will contact you with a revised estimated delivery date or offer you the option to cancel or select other goods.
