EXPERIENCE, QUALITY, AND SERVICE SINCE 1986. FROM A VETERAN OWNED COMPANY! Make us your source for your Custom US Military Hats, Pins, Patches, Coins, & Flags! Items are added daily, so bookmark this page & return often, for you will never know what we`ll have for sale from our stock of 14,000 items EC2383!!!!! US AIR FORCE MAINTENANCE COLLECTOR COIN! THIS GREAT COLLECTOR MEASURES 1 1/2 INCHES! Are you looking for a meaningful birthday, holiday, or anniversary gift? This item is the perfect way to show case your loved one’s service and honor. This coin is a prized piece for any collection…. Especially for the Aviator or Love One, who has served or is still serving with pride! Order extras for friends & family to show your appreciation for your love one’s service! Coins fuel for me a passion for Aviation history connected to a very distinguished heritage. These coins tie us back to our history, to the people who came before us, to all of the giants and to all of the little people… That’s really what these coins represent. It’s about it’s about people & their airplanes/equipment that make the US. The BEST IN THE WORLD! WE VALUE YOU AS A CUSTOMER! We strive to deliver 5-star customer service, please contact me ASAP, if there are any problem so we can make things right…. THIS IS NOT A CHEAP CARNIVAL/MID-WAY. THIS IS THE “REAL DEAL”. REMEMBER YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR! This is an excellent gift for YOU or the SPECIAL LOVE ONE on your list, to honor a special day or for any other gift giving occasion. This collector Coin is the most desirable of all Air Force Coins & is considered the “crème de la crème” of aviation coins as born out by the exceptional detail! The outstanding quality and detail in this coin will amaze you…. This is the perfect gift for the special people in your life! A GREAT COIN FOR YOUR COLLECTION OR TO GO ALONG WITH thE excitement of TIME SPENT IN THE AIR FORCE! BEWARE OF COINS THAT SELL FOR CHEAPER PRICES OR SECONDS THAT WILL FADE WHEN EXPO S ED TO SUNLIGHT! Land of the free… Because of the brave! We have staked the whole future of American civilization, not upon the power of government, far from it. 1778 to the General Assembly of the State of Virginia. Now, for the first time, you can enjoy that same quality merchandise, that we sell to our museum& Air Force accounts! Our specialty is authentic collector items supplied from the same patterns as the original units. GIVE US A CALL NOW AND LETS TALK ABOUT US MAKING YOUR CUSTOM PATCHES, PINS, HATS, & COINS FOR YOU OR YOUR UNIT OR REUNION! This coin is displayed proudly! WE TRADE FOR & CARRY ONE OF THE LARGEST SELECTION OF MILITARY ITEMS, FROM MANY OF THE BIGGEST & BEST NAME COMPANIES IN THE USA! Giving a Coin, with a unit’s or individual’s insignia is a military tradition intended to readily identify past and present. This is an impact award for immediate excellence. It does not have to go through a bureaucracy. Giving it to others is a sign of mutual respect… And shows pride in the individual and the Unit! You’ll receive lots of compliments…. NEW AIR FORCE LOGO DESIGN COIN THAT YOU WILL ABSOLUTELY LOVE AND WILL NOT WANT TO PUT IT DOWN! THIS IS A VERY HIGH QUALITY COLLECTOR COIN! What better way to show that you are a true fan, than with this awesome new Collector Coin for you special love one or you! This is the BEST Coin made.. Check out the complete tight pattern, detail trim, trend setting style of this Coin, unlike others for a cheaper price…. You get what you pay for here! THIS DESIGN features the USAF MAINTENANCE with bold font. Great colors and design combine to make this Coin a classic. This is by far one of the best looking and exceptionally made Coins out in the market and will make. A GREAT COLLECTOR PIECE THAT WILL LAST! This COIN IS A MUST FOR ANY SERIOUS COLLECTOR! This great coin can be used for challenges or use it in a shadow box or display it as part of a military memorabilia collection. MAKE NO MISTAKE, THIS IS THE BEST-MADE AIR FORCE COIN EVER! THIS COINS MAKES A GREAT ADDITION FOR ANY COLLECTION OR AS AN INCREDIBLE GIFT! THIS COIN IS AN ABSOLUTE MUST FOR ANY SERIOUS COLLECTOR. THIS COIN IS A GREAT SOURCE OF INDIVIDUAL AND PRIDE IN THE US AIR FORCE! If you do not see a coin you want… We should be able to obtain one from one of our many sources. We have access to thousands of molds or we can custom make a coin… EITHER BY TANK, HELO, OR WHATEVER MEANS POSSIBLE… A COMMENT FROM ONE OF OUR GREAT CUSTOMERS! Rec’d the hat today… It’s the best. The bonus sticker was a real nice touch. I’ve learned my lesson and I’ll be back to shop with you again. I have left you positive feed back and would appreciate the same. Carl Nelson CPL – USMC 1983 – 1986 Weapons Co. 2/9 81’s Platoon. Need This Item In A Hurry? WE ALSO MAKE CUSTOM PINS, PATCHES, DECALS, LANYARDS, STICKERS, AND COINS. AND YES WE ARE STILL ONE NATION UNDER GOD! HISTORY OF THE CHALLENGE COIN. During World War I, American volunteers from all parts of the country filled the newly formed flying squadrons. Some were wealthy scions attending colleges such as Yale and Harvard who quit in mid-term to join the war. In one squadron, a wealthy lieutenant ordered medallions struck in solid bronze carrying the squadron emblem for every member of his squadron. He himself carried his medallion in a small leather pouch around his neck. Shortly after acquiring the medallions, the pilot’s aircraft was severely damaged by ground fire. He was forced to land behind enemy lines and was immediately captured by a German patrol. In order to discourage his escape, the Germans took all of his personal identification except for the small leather pouch around his neck. In the meantime, he was taken to a small French town near the front. Taking advantage of a bombardment that night, he escaped. However, he was without personal identification. He succeeded in avoiding German patrols and reached the front lines. With great difficulty, he crossed no-man’s land. Eventually, he stumbled onto a French outpost. Unfortunately, saboteurs had plagued the French in this sector. They sometimes masqueraded as civilians and wore civilian clothes. Not recognizing the young pilot’s American accent, the French thought him a saboteur and made ready to execute him. Just in time, he remembered his leather pouch containing the medallion. He showed the medallion to his would-be executioners. His French captors recognized the squadron insignia on the medallion and delayed long enough for him to confirm his identity. Instead of shooting him, they gave him a bottle of wine. Back at his squadron, it became a tradition to ensure that all members carried their medallion or coin at all times. This was accomplished through a challenge in the following manner: a challenger would ask to see the coin. If the challenged member produced his coin, the challenging member was required to pay for the drink. This tradition continued throughout the war and for many years after while surviving members of the squadron were still alive. The fighting men and women of the 48th Intelligence Squadron proudly continue this tradition. Some Organizations even have regulations regarding Military Coins. Here is an example. A’Coin Check’ consists of a challenge and a response. The challenge is initiated by drawing your coin, holding it in the air by whatever means possible and state, scream, shout or otherwise verbally acknowledge that you are initiating a coin check. Another, but less vocal method is to firmly place it on the bar, table, Or floor (this should produce an audible noise which can be easily heard by those being challenged, but try not to leave a permanent imprint). If you accidentally drop your coin and it makes an audible sound upon impact, then you have just “accidentally” initiated a coin check. This is called paying the price for improper care of your coin. The response consists of all those persons being challenged drawing their coin in a like manner (other organizational coins are invalid). You must produce a coin with YOUR UNIT’S LOGO on it. Coin checks are permitted, ANY TIME, ANY PLACE’. Keep OPSEC in mind, be smart! There are no exceptions to the rules. They apply to those clothed or unclothed. At the time of the challenge, you are permitted one-step and an arms reach to locate your coin. If you still cannot reach it — SORRY ABOUT THAT! A Coin is a coin. Coins attached on belt buckles are considered belt buckles. ” Coins on key chains are considered “key chains. ” Coins placed in a “holder/clasp and worn around the neck like a necklace are valid and are considered a coin. GOD BLESS YOU AND I LOOK FORWARD TO YOUR ORDER! SEMPER FI Marine motto Always faithful! Sometimes computer protection programs will reject emails and sent them back to me rejected. YOUR SATISFACTION IS OUR NUMBER 1 GOAL! WE MEAN JUST THAT! We hold ourselves to the highest standard…. We don’t compromise on our ethics for any reason, period! Many companies claim a “customer first” motto. Our mentality borders on extreme: just satisfying a customer’s expectations isn’t good enough. We strive to amaze, astonish, & delight each customer by not just meeting – but exceeding – your expectations in every regard. Delighting YOU delights us. We’re addicted to receiving ecstatic testimonials – our customer comments are like oxygen for us. We need it to survive. This is me a few years ago…. No I was not a hero… But I served in a Platoon full of them! MWCS-38 3d Maw/ 3/9 Marines / MCRD San Diego (Boot Camp)/ Edson Range Camp Pendleton/ SOMS MCAS El Toro! United States Marine Corps Honorable Discharge. If You’re Proud To Be An American Wave. This Flag In Honor Of The Fallen Men. And Women Who Served Our Country. For those who have served in the past. For those who are serving now. And For Those Who Are Still Fighting. THANK YOU AMERICAN HEROES! We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your interest in our products and services. Next time you go out, show off this attractive Coin and notice how much attention is generated. Coins are a great way to meet new people through appealing to the natural curiosity we all possess. Coins are great for starting conversations, excellent gifts, ideal for fundraisers, conveying a special message, and fun to collect and trade! WE MAKE CUSTOM PINS, PATCHES, STICKERS, LANYARDS, AND COINS. Emper Fi Mac is an established, since 1986, and trusted name in the Coin business. We strive to provide our customers, who include Military, Police, Fire, and many other organizations, with products and service at the best prices. All our products are inspected carefully to ensure that the highest quality is offered. The materials used, on these Coins, are of the finest quality. Our products come with a 100% satisfaction guarantee! This is critical, with not only our auctions, but to any ebayer! SCHOOL CIRCLE THIS IS IMPORTANT. Our company provides both stock and custom Coins to Museums, Exchanges, Army/Navy stores, VFW posts, CAF Exchanges, Sea Cadet & Civil Air Patrol, Air Force, Navy, Air National Guard, Marine and Coast Guard Units world wide. REMEMBER: AMERICA IS NUMBER 1 THANKS TO GOD’S BLESSINGS! A FEW GREAT COMMENTS FROM A FEW OF THE FINEST! I thought that hat looked good on the web it is awesome, thanks man!!! You represent everything that is good about shopping with other veterans. Service was prompt the hat is excellent it arrived in perfect condition & the sticker & business card was a totally unexpected treat. I will be a multiple repeat customer & I will turn my buddies onto your e-bay store. I did my best there for you! Norm Copeland FTCS/SS USN RET. Y & R E A G A N. IF YOU CANNOT FIND YOUR PIN OR PATCH… WE ALSO HAVE SPECIAL REUNION PRICING PACKAGE… BE SURE TO VISIT US AT AN AIRSHOW! A’Veteran’ — whether. Active duty, discharged, retired, or reserve — is someone who, at one. Point in his life, wrote a blank check made payable to’The United States. Of America,’ for an amount of’up to, and including his life. STOP BY & SEE US AT AN AIRSHOW!!!!!! We look forward to hearing from you TODAY! Please let me know if we can be of any other assistance. Thank you for your business, it is sincerely appreciated. We hope you will come back to see us again. Referrals are nice too….. BAILED OUT & SHOT AT…. THIS WWII PILOT MADE A HISTORIC KILL! One of Those Stories For The Ages…. It goes without saying but we’ll do it anyway…. World War II was the bloodiest conflict in the world, sending the most amount of soldiers to a fight which ended with the greatest civilian & military casualties ever recorded. That’s saying a lot. There are a myraid of books written about this horrendous time in history. There were probably hundreds of thousands of acts of heroism that we’ll never hear about & maybe even more miracles that went unnoticed…. We are glad to say that we found one of those stories that include both! Head A studious man, he graduated from pilot training in just five months & was sent to Burma, flying a B-24 Liberator. What happened the following year is one of those stories we just described! On March 31st, 1943, Baggett & his squadron were sent on a mission to destroy a bridge of strategic importance. On their way, the B-24s were intercepted by Japanese Zeros which hit the squadron hard. Baggett’s plane was riddled with bullets to such an extent that the crew was forced to bail out. While parachuting, a Japanese pilot decided that downing the plane wasn’t enough. He circled around & started shooting at the bailed out pilots, killing two of the crew….. Seeing this, Baggett did the only think he could do…. Not convinced Baggett was dead, the Zero pulled up to him at near stall speed, the pilot opening his canopy to check on his horrendous work….. Not wasting any time & think on his feet (no pun intended), Baggett pulled out his pistol & shot the pilot right in the head! This is considered the best shot by a Caliber. 45 M911 pistol of ALL TIME! The last thing he saw was the Zero spiraling toward earth. When he landed, he & the other bailed out crew members were captured & sent to a POW camp where they remained till the end of the war. They were liberated by OSS agents (WW II version of the modern CIA) & Baggett was recognized as the only person during the War to shoot down a Zero with a pistol…. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\Militaria (Date Unknown)\Air Force”. The seller is “semperfimac.net” and is located in this country: US. 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