Helio Ascari Leather Wrapped Vintage Military Safety Pin

Each Ascari pin is hand finished in his signature Italian leather wrap. The leather is twisted on by hand and then coated with varnish, giving each pin a rich cognac color. On the static side of the pin, the leather is twisted over itself, creating a beautiful helix. A hand made knurled brass grip aids in the opening of each pin. 

The pin began life as a functional military object used in WWII. A pin was used to secure the top of a duffel bag filled with laundry. The corresponding number on the face identified the (thousands) duffle bags sent to laundry facilities.

We use the pin as a key chain, a clip on a piece of luggage, or simply as a beautiful desk object. The sharp point of each pin has been ground down by hand to ensure safety. 

• Pin numbers 188 and 157 are slightly longer and measure 5 1/2" long.
• All other pins are 1/2" smaller in length and measure 5" long.
• All pins measure 1 1/4" at the widest point.
• Brass with nickel plating. As the nickel plating fades away the brass is revealed. 
• Italian Leather