RAF Gloster Gladiator Mk. II

Sierra and Bolt embedded blanks with WWII RAF Gloster Gladiator Mk. II Camouflaged Linen Relic. All blanks will come with one COA per blank. COAs are 4" x 6" card stock with foil COA seal. The RAF Gloster Gladiator Mk. II, a biplane fighter, was a symbol of Britain’s resilience during the early years of World War II. Entering service in 1937, it was the RAF’s last biplane fighter, powered by a Bristol Mercury VIII engine, delivering 840 horsepower. Despite its outdated design, the Gladiator excelled in agility, with a top speed of 257 mph and a distinctive fabric-covered frame. It saw action in the Battle of Norway, the Mediterranean, and the defense of Malta, where three Gladiators—nicknamed Faith, Hope, and Charity—famously held off Italian forces. Its rugged construction and twin Vickers machine guns made it a tenacious defender before being outclassed by modern monoplanes. Our pen blanks incorporate a rare relic: a piece of camouflage linen from the aircraft’s skin, preserving the Gladiator’s wartime legacy. Each blank is crafted to honor this historic fighter, offering aviation enthusiasts, historians, and collectors a tangible connection to its storied past. Transform the spirit of the Gladiator into a unique writing instrument, celebrating its courage and endurance. Relic Details: The camouflage linen, sourced from a Gloster Gladiator Mk. II, showcases the authentic fabric skin used in its construction, a testament to the craftsmanship of 1930s aviation technology.