HMS Dreadnought, the UK’s first nuclear powered submarine has been commemorated with a unique limited edition lapel pin which has been designed and produced by specialist badge maker Selcraft UK.
The bespoke pin which was manufactured using metal salvaged from an aluminium storage bin from within the submarine, was commissioned by the HMS Dreadnought Association to celebrate the lives and service of those crew and submariners during its 20 years of active service.
The submarine which is also celebrating 60 years since being commissioned, remained in service until 1980 and holds many fond memories for those who have been part of its history. In particular, it’s famous trip to the North Pole in early 1971 and many other worldwide missions, the stories of which are held within the history of the metal of the limited edition lapel pins, of which only 200 have been made.
Selcraft are no strangers to high profile, special commissions with 50 years’ experience in designing and producing high quality badges, medals and insignia for a diverse range of clients across the globe. The skilled staff at Selcraft embrace the latest technology and used their diverse knowledge to bring a challenging commission to fruition.
Carl Huxley, Director at Selcraft explains, “We were absolutely delighted when the HMS Dreadnought Association commissioned Selcraft to design and produce the commemorative lapel pin. Once the storage bin from the submarine’s starboard turbine generator in the engine room in the upper level had been removed by Rosyth MOD staff and then transferred to a member of the ex-crew, it was then entrusted into our care to mark a special moment in history.”
Carl adds, “The transformation of the metal bin from the initial concept through to the final 200 limited edition lapel pins, comes with an individual certificate in a fitted and personalised presentation box with its own unique badge number. Going the extra ‘nautical’ mile is what we do best and we would like to thank the HMS Dreadnought Association for allowing us to be part of this very remarkable project… thank you, we are honoured to have worked on such a prestigious commission”.
Renowned for their creative design and special commissions in commemorative pieces, Selcraft UK leads the field with cutting edge technology using a variety of materials, to suit any budget. Their personal service and highly skilled team, sets them apart in the industry, taking ideas and turning them into pieces to treasure.
For more information about the commemorative lapel pin produced for the HMS Dreadnought Association, please email Carl Huxley at [email protected].