{"product_id":"avpin-lancaster-pa474-lapel-pin","title":"AvPIN Lancaster PA474 Lapel Pin","description":"\u003cp\u003eHandmade in the UK using metal taken from Lancaster PA474, each AvPIN captures the molten soul of an aviation icon, enveloped within pure copper and encased in a veneer of polished silver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned and handmade in the UK.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade from an alloy of Lancaster PA474 aluminium and copper, plated in silver.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn encapsulation of aviation history made from real aircraft metal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplied in premium packaging with a certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenerously proportioned at 30mm across.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo aviation icon should go unremembered and that’s why at Icarus Originals, our sole aim is to save and repurpose small pieces of some of the most iconic aircraft, immortalising them through our products. We work to capture the essence and signature features of each icon by utilising the unique network we’ve built up over 25 years in the aviation industry, partnering with heritage groups and collectors alike to perfect the icon’s representation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith focus and emphasis on precision, each AvPIN is the result of a meticulous amount of work, created by 3D modelling scans of real aircraft and then individually cast, plated and hand polished at the heart of Birmingham’s jewellery quarter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVETERANS IN BUSINESS - ICARUS ORIGINALS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIcarus Originals Ltd was founded in 2018 by two military engineers, Alan Lock and John Mercer. Alan and John, from the Royal Navy and Royal Air Force respectively, wanted to create beautiful products that captured a small piece of aviation and military history. Icarus Originals products are unique, since they are all made in original metals melted down from iconic vehicles and ships.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Icarus founders, Sqn Ldr John Mercer and Alan Lock (RN Rtd) in their military uniforms.\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0946\/1268\/5143\/files\/Icarus-john-alan-uniform-product-text-550px.jpg?v=1773093223\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbove: Icarus founders, Sqn Ldr John Mercer and Alan Lock (RN Rtd) in their military uniforms.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom its inception, the company has sought to blend hi-tech design and manufacturing with traditional British craftsmanship. The company is proud to manufacture entirely in the UK and works with other veteran-run businesses wherever possible. The launch of Icarus Originals was particularly special for Alan, who lost his eyesight during his service in the Royal Navy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Icarus Originals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53477815255383,"sku":"JW1078","price":39.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0946\/1268\/5143\/files\/JW1078-avpin-lancaster-pa474-lapel-pin.jpg?v=1778005188","url":"https:\/\/shop.ssafa.org.uk\/products\/avpin-lancaster-pa474-lapel-pin","provider":"SSAFA Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}