{"product_id":"uss-wisconsin-bb-64-jr-pen-blank-set-ships-seal-cap-authentic-teak-deck-wood","title":"USS Wisconsin (BB-64) Jr. Pen Blank Set Ship’s Seal Cap + Authentic Teak Deck Wood","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSS Wisconsin (BB-64) Jr. Pen Blank Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eShip’s Seal Cap + Authentic Teak Deck Wood\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003eTurn a piece of living naval history. This Junior-size pen blank set pairs a precision-cast resin cap featuring the official seal of the USS \u003cem\u003eWisconsin\u003c\/em\u003e (BB-64) with a solid lower blank cut from original teak decking recovered from the last \u003cem\u003eIowa\u003c\/em\u003e-class battleship to be commissioned.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCap blank\u003c\/strong\u003e: High-quality resin casting of the USS \u003cem\u003eWisconsin\u003c\/em\u003e ship’s seal\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLower blank\u003c\/strong\u003e: Solid teak from the actual deck of BB-64\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eSized for Junior (Jr.) pen kits\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach set includes a Certificate of Authenticity documenting the provenance of the teak.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor guidance on tube sizes and compatible pen kits, see our detailed reference:\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/stadiumpenblanks.com\/blogs\/news\/understanding-tube-sizes-for-pen-kits-at-stadium-pen-blanks\"\u003eUnderstanding Tube Sizes for Pen Kits at Stadium Pen Blanks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr class=\"product-template-hr\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHistorical Significance of the USS Wisconsin (BB-64)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe USS \u003cem\u003eWisconsin\u003c\/em\u003e (BB-64) is the last of the four \u003cem\u003eIowa\u003c\/em\u003e-class battleships to be commissioned and one of the most enduring symbols of American naval power in the 20th century. Laid down in January 1941 and commissioned on April 16, 1944, she joined the fleet at the height of World War II and went on to serve in three major conflicts spanning nearly five decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDuring World War II, \u003cem\u003eWisconsin\u003c\/em\u003e operated in the Pacific Theater. She screened fast carrier task forces, provided anti-aircraft defense, and delivered heavy shore bombardment in support of the invasions of the Philippines, Iwo Jima, and Okinawa. Her nine 16-inch guns and robust anti-aircraft batteries made her a valuable asset during the final, intense campaigns against Japan. After the war she was placed in reserve.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReactivated for the Korean War in 1951, \u003cem\u003eWisconsin\u003c\/em\u003e conducted extensive naval gunfire support along the Korean coast. She struck enemy supply lines, troop concentrations, and fortifications with the accuracy and destructive power that only a battleship could deliver. In one notable incident she was struck by enemy shore fire but continued operations, earning a reputation for toughness that matched her sister ships. She was decommissioned again in 1958.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNearly three decades later, \u003cem\u003eWisconsin\u003c\/em\u003e was modernized and recommissioned in 1988 as part of the Reagan-era naval expansion. Equipped with Tomahawk cruise missiles, Harpoon anti-ship missiles, and updated electronics while retaining her powerful 16-inch guns, she returned to active service as a formidable multi-mission surface combatant. During Operation Desert Storm in 1991, \u003cem\u003eWisconsin\u003c\/em\u003e fired Tomahawk missiles against Iraqi targets and later used her big guns in shore bombardment, becoming the last battleship to fire her main battery in combat. Decommissioned for the final time in 1991, she now serves as a museum ship in Norfolk, Virginia, preserving her legacy for future generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMaterial Details \u0026amp; Turning Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe teak lower blank is authentic deck wood with natural color variation and grain patterns typical of aged marine teak. The resin cap blank is cast for clean machining and accepts standard finishes. Both pieces are sized specifically for Junior pen kits. Turn with sharp tools, take light passes on the resin section, and finish with CA, epoxy, or your preferred pen finish. Always verify tube lengths against your chosen kit before turning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProject Ideas\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIdeal for military tribute pens, veteran gifts, naval history collectors, or one-of-a-kind executive gifts. Pair with chrome or gunmetal hardware for a classic service look.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare \u0026amp; Safety\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStore blanks in a stable environment to prevent warping. Wear appropriate PPE when turning and sanding. This product is sold for crafting use only.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stadium Pen Blanks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51615512166633,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/stadiumpenblanks.com\/products\/uss-wisconsin-bb-64-jr-pen-blank-set-ships-seal-cap-authentic-teak-deck-wood","provider":"Stadium Pen Blanks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}