by Salty Dog Old School | Jan 31, 2023 | Crows Nest
Custom engraved US Navy challenge coins are metal coins that are designed to commemorate the United States Navy. They typically feature the emblem, motto, or other important information of the Navy, and are engraved with high-quality details to ensure a long-lasting...
by Salty Dog Old School | Jan 29, 2023 | Crows Nest
“Gator Navy” is a nickname for the United States Navy. The origin of the nickname is not clear, but it is believed to have been in use since at least World War II, when the US Navy operated a number of amphibious assault ships and landing craft. The...
by Justin Kessen | Jan 29, 2023 | Crows Nest
Ever wonder what a Bluenose is? If you’ve spent time on a warship, you’ve seen Plankowners, Shellbacks, members of the Order of the Ditch and the Safari to Suez, maybe even a couple members of the Order of Magellan. Some people go through their entire...
by Salty Dog Old School | Jan 28, 2023 | Crows Nest
A Boatswain’s Mate (BM) in the US Navy is a non-commissioned officer (NCO) who is responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the ship’s deck, boats, and equipment. This includes tasks such as painting, chipping, and scraping the ship’s hull, as...
by Salty Dog Old School | Jan 28, 2023 | Crows Nest
“Chief Anchored” is a reference to a Chief Petty Officer (CPO) in the United States Navy. The rank of Chief Petty Officer is the first level of non-commissioned officer (NCO) and is considered to be the highest enlisted rank in the Navy. We honor the US...
by Salty Dog Old School | Jan 28, 2023 | Crows Nest
Minesweepers are ships that are specifically designed to locate and neutralize naval mines. The United States Navy operates several types of minesweepers, including mechanical, acoustic, and magnetic sweepers. We created our Navy Minesweeper US Navy Challenge Coin in...
