USS New Jersey (BB-62) Jr. Pen Blank Set
Ship’s Seal Cap + Authentic Teak Deck Wood

Turn a piece of living naval history with this Junior-size pen blank set. It pairs a precision-cast resin cap featuring the official seal of the USS New Jersey (BB-62) with a solid lower blank cut from original teak decking recovered from the most decorated battleship in U.S. Navy history. Each set includes a Certificate of Authenticity documenting the provenance of the teak.

What's Included

• Cap blank: High-quality resin casting of the USS New Jersey ship’s seal
• Lower blank: Solid teak from the actual deck of BB-62
• Sized for Junior (Jr.) pen kits

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Historical Significance

The USS New Jersey (BB-62) is widely regarded as the most decorated battleship in the history of the United States Navy. An Iowa-class fast battleship, she was commissioned on May 23, 1943, and earned a reputation for reliability, firepower, and combat endurance that spanned five decades and four major conflicts. During World War II, New Jersey operated extensively in the Pacific, screening fast carrier task forces and participating in the Battle of the Philippine Sea. After the war she was recommissioned for the Korean War in 1950, providing heavy naval gunfire support. In 1967 the Navy recalled New Jersey for service in Vietnam—the only battleship reactivated for that conflict—where she fired more than 5,000 rounds of 16-inch ammunition. Modernized and recommissioned once more in 1982, New Jersey returned with updated electronics, Tomahawk cruise missiles, and Harpoon anti-ship missiles. Decommissioned for the final time in 1991, she is now a museum ship in Camden, New Jersey.

Material Specs & Compatibility

The teak lower blank measures approximately 3/4" x 3/4" x 5" and is solid, kiln-dried deck wood ready for turning. The resin cap blank is cast to fit standard Jr. pen kits. Both components turn cleanly with standard carbide tools and accept CA glue, epoxy, or friction finishes. Compatible with most Jr. pen kits from manufacturers such as PSI and Berea. Avoid aggressive sanding on the resin cap to preserve fine seal details.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for military history themed pens, veteran gifts, or commemorative desk sets. Pair with other Historical Materials blanks for matching letter openers or bottle stoppers. The combination of authentic teak and resin seal creates a striking contrast that highlights both the wood grain and the detailed casting.

Care & Safety

Store blanks in a cool, dry place. Wear appropriate PPE when turning and finishing. The teak may contain natural oils; test finishes on scrap before final application.