Personalized Bullet Casing Pen Custom Engraved Veteran Gift Military Retirement Present Hunter Keepsake Handmade in USA

$15.99




PERSONALIZED BULLET CASING PEN – A UNIQUE GIFT WITH A STORY TO TELL
Crafted from authentic recycled .308 caliber brass bullet casings, this personalized bullet casing pen transforms spent ammunition into a distinctive handcrafted writing instrument. Each pen is individually made and custom laser engraved, creating a meaningful keepsake for veterans, hunters, shooting enthusiasts, military personnel, law enforcement officers, first responders, and proud patriots.
Every previously fired brass casing is carefully cleaned, polished, and repurposed. The original firing mechanism is safely removed and replaced with premium pen components, while copper-plated accents provide a rugged yet refined appearance. An optional tactical weapon-style pocket clip upgrade is also available.
Whether you're searching for a personalized veteran gift, military retirement gift, custom hunting gift, engraved brass pen, or a unique gift for him, this handcrafted writing instrument combines history, craftsmanship, and everyday function. It is both a practical writing tool and a conversation piece that will be treasured for years to come.
PERSONALIZATION OPTIONS
Customize your pen with:
• Names
• Dates
• Military Service Information
• Unit Designations
• Special Messages
• Company Logos
• Memorial Tributes
• Important Accomplishments
FEATURES
• Handmade from authentic recycled .308 brass casings
• Custom laser engraved personalization
• Accepts readily available Cross-style ink refills
• Copper-plated accents for a premium appearance
• Functional keepsake designed for everyday use
• Individually handcrafted—no two are exactly alike
• Smooth writing performance and reliable operation
• Optional tactical pocket clip upgrade available
PERFECT FOR
• Military Retirement Gifts
• Veteran Appreciation Gifts
• Father's Day Gifts
• Hunting Enthusiast Gifts
• Groomsmen Gifts
• Law Enforcement Gifts
• First Responder Gifts
• Shooting Sports Awards
• Academy Graduations
• Promotions
• Retirement Celebrations
• Christmas Gifts
• Birthday Gifts
Unlike mass-produced imports, every ASH Woodshops pen is handmade in America, one at a time, by artisan craftsman Alan Huey.
Each bullet casing carries its own unique history. Natural markings, dents, and character from its original use ensure every pen is truly one of a kind. After careful preparation, each casing undergoes a meticulous multi-step polishing process before being engraved and assembled into an heirloom-quality writing instrument.
YOUR PEN'S STORY
Every ASH Woodshops pen is individually handcrafted in my Wake Forest, North Carolina studio. The pen body is carefully selected to complement the hardware, utilizing premium materials including domestic and exotic hardwoods, highly figured burls, acrylics, metals, stone, and resin.
Only high-quality writing instrument components are used, ensuring smooth operation, dependable performance, and a writing experience worthy of a handcrafted keepsake.
Whether you're honoring military service, celebrating a retirement, recognizing a personal achievement, or searching for a personalized executive pen with a story behind it, this recycled ammunition pen is a meaningful gift that will be appreciated every time it is used.
Superior Quality
Timeless Tradition
Always Handmade
Exquisite Craftsmanship
Fine Writing Instrument
ASH Woodshops Original
Handcrafted in America

Shipping from United States

Processing time

1-2 business days

Customs and import taxes

Buyers are responsible for any customs and import taxes that may apply. I'm not responsible for delays due to customs.

Payment Options

Secure options
  • Accepts Etsy gift cards

Returns & Exchanges

Returns & exchanges accepted within 30 days

Buyers are responsible for return shipping costs. If the item is not returned in its original condition, the buyer is responsible for any loss in value.

The following items can't be returned or exchanged

Because of the nature of these items, unless they arrive damaged or defective, I can't accept returns for:

  • Custom or personalized orders
  • Perishable products (like food or flowers)
  • Digital downloads
  • Intimate items (for health/hygiene reasons)

Privacy policy

Information I Collect
To fulfil your order, you must provide me with certain information (which you authorized Etsy to provide to me), such as your name, email address, postal address, payment information, and the details of the product that you’re ordering. You may also choose to provide me with additional personal information (for a custom order of jewelry, for example), if you contact me directly.
Why I Need Your Information and How I Use It
I rely on several legal bases to collect, use, and share your information, including:
• as needed to provide my services, such as when I use your information to fulfil your order, to settle disputes, or to provide customer support;
• when you have provided your affirmative consent, which you may revoke at any time, such as by signing up for my mailing list;
• if necessary to comply with a legal obligation or court order or in connection with a legal claim, such as retaining information about your purchases if required by tax law; and
• as necessary for my legitimate interests, if those legitimate interests are not overridden by your rights or interests, such as 1) providing and improving my services. I use your information to provide the services you requested and in my legitimate interest to improve my services; and 2) Compliance with the Etsy Seller Policy and Terms of Use. I use your information as necessary to comply with my obligations under the Etsy Seller Policy and Terms of Use.

Information Sharing and Disclosure
Information about my customers is important to my business. I share your personal information for very limited reasons and in limited circumstances, as follows:
• Etsy. I share information with Etsy as necessary to provide you my services and comply with my obligations under both the Etsy Seller Policy and Etsy Terms of Use.
• Service providers. I engage certain trusted third parties to perform functions and provide services to my shop, such as delivery companies. I will share your personal information with these third parties, but only to the extent necessary to perform these services.
• Business transfers. If I sell or merge my business, I may disclose your information as part of that transaction, only to the extent permitted by law.
• Compliance with laws. I may collect, use, retain, and share your information if I have a good faith belief that it is reasonably necessary to: (a) respond to legal process or to government requests; (b) enforce my agreements, terms and policies; (c) prevent, investigate, and address fraud and other illegal activity, security, or technical issues; or (d) protect the rights, property, and safety of my customers, or others.

Data Retention
I retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to provide you with my services and as described in my Privacy Policy. However, I may also be required to retain this information to comply with my legal and regulatory obligations, to resolve disputes, and to enforce my agreements. I generally keep your data for the following time: 4 years.
Transfers of Personal Information Outside the US
I may store and process your information through third-party hosting services in the US and other jurisdictions. As a result, I may transfer your personal information to an authority with different data protection and government surveillance laws than your authority. If I am deemed to transfer information about you outside of the US, I rely on Privacy Shield as the legal basis for the transfer, as Google Cloud is Privacy Shield certified.
Your Rights
If you reside in certain territories, including the EU, you have several unique rights in relation to your personal information. While some of these rights apply generally, certain rights apply only in certain limited cases. I describe these rights below:
• Access. You may have the right to access and receive a copy of the personal information I hold about you by contacting me using the contact information below.
• Change, restrict, delete. You may also have rights to change, restrict my use of, or delete your personal information. Absent exceptional circumstances (like where I am required to store data for legal reasons) I will generally delete your personal information upon request.
• Object. You can object to (i) my processing of some of your information based on my legitimate interests and (ii) receiving marketing messages from me after providing your express consent to receive them. In such cases, I will delete your personal information unless I have compelling and legitimate grounds to continue using that information or if it is needed for legal reasons.
• Complain. If you reside in the EU and wish to raise a concern about my use of your information (and without prejudice to any other rights you may have), you have the right to do so with your local data protection authority.

How to Contact Me
For purposes of EU data protection law, I, Alan Huey, am the data controller of your personal information. If you have any questions or concerns, you may contact me at ashuey@sbcglobal.net. Alternately, you may mail me at: Alan Huey, 3019 Sherman Rd., Pebble Beach CA 93953

Frequently Asked Questions

Custom and personalized orders

We work directly with you to determine your exact desires for custom and personalized orders. Once we reach agreement on the full scope of the order, a custom order will be created. The custom order must be paid before any materials or work will begin.

Sizing details

We add the size, colors, and shape description to each listing. Photos are of the actual item as each are made one at a time and each are unique.

Care instructions

Wood items are durable, but should never be submersed in water, or put in dishwasher. This will damage the item. Special care instructions are added where necessary on individual listings.

Wholesale availability

We do sell some items wholesale, and welcome opportunities for wholesale distribution.

Custom orders are a specialty

individual listings are difficult to customize, because the listing is the actual item. But the item can be used as reference in creating a custom order that has design features exactly to your desire. about 25% of our sales are custom orders. We are good at it, and our customer are satisfied.

Are your pens mass produced?

No, every pen is produced by me, one at a time, in my shop in North Carolina.

Is each item unique?

Yes! Because natural wood grain varies, every wood Item I make is truly one of a kind, even if the shape is similar, the Natural wood grain patterns are never exactly the same.

Are your pens comfortable to write with?

Yes. The balanced handmade wood design helps reduce hand fatigue and creates a smooth writing experience. We design our pens with comfort and balance in mind, which allows for long writing sessions with no hand fatigue or stiff fingers.

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