Crusader Copper

09/13/2026

09/13/2026

There are a number of newer followers so I’m going to share this again.

During one of my trips to Jerusalem a number of years ago, a American Franciscan Priest friend on mine that lives there gave me the wonderful gift of this Crucifix. Inside the embedded theca is a piece of the rock of Golgotha/Calvary.

I would like to share this with all of you in the only way that I can. All orders of Christian themed items will have each item touched to this piece of the rock on which Our Lord was crucified. May it deepen and strengthen your faith.

Please pray for me and each other. We are in trying times and we need God’s help more than ever. Know that you are all in my prayers.

09/11/2026

Yeah Chief, that’s how today feels…

09/11/2026

25 years… Somedays it seemed like a long time ago and some days, it seems like yesterday. Most of us remember where we were and what we were doing at the moment we heard about the towers being struck in NYC, the Pentagon, and the plane crashing into that field in PA.

I was on terminal leave from the Army making a transition in careers from about 6 1/2 years of uniformed military service to becoming a federal agent. Just about exactly halfway through my two weeks of leave before starting training. Not knowing what the outcome would be from the attacks, but determined to be in some way part of the defense of our nation and our way forward, whatever that would be. When I showed up for training a week after the attacks, I looked around the room to see other former soldiers, former law enforcement from local/state/federal agencies, and others who had other various backgrounds. For the most part, they were there to serve and do their part. Starting that training wasn’t just starting something new, it was the beginning of a mission forged out of the ashes and rubble that our country had experienced.

After over 23 years as a federal agent and serving in numerous war zones and hotspots, that career came to an end at the end of 2024. After over 29 1/2 years total of federal service. I look back on a number of days at the two careers and how intertwined they are to the post 9/11 timeframe of our country and the GWOT. I remember how things were on 9/10 and before, and those that lost and gave their lives on 9/11 at ground zero, the Pentagon, and on that field in PA. Along with those who gave the last full measure of devotion for this country in the following days and years. We owe it not just to all of them, but to ourselves and each other to never forget their sacrifice.

So on this 25th anniversary of 9/11 and on the appropriately named Patriot Day, please join me in praying for our country, those we lost, and for each other. May God bless the United States of America.

09/03/2026

As I mentioned in the post about the Cross of Coronado Indy tamper, I’m working on a few other designs.

Here are some pictures of The Grail and Staff of Ra headpiece Titanium insert prototypes.

Should I work on the Idol from the beginning of Raiders of The Lost Ark as well?

09/03/2026

Jerusalem/Crusader Cross tamper that went out yesterday.

09/01/2026

Sometimes I surprise myself. This Cross of Coronado tamper was requested by my friend . I decided to push the limits with this one and incorporate a laser engraved and electro-anodized inlaid Titanium Cross of Coronado into the Copper tamper. Learned A LOT making this one.

I used an image of one of the prop Crosses of Coronado from the movie and laser engraved that out of Titanium. Formed it to the contour of the tamper and electro-anodized it Gold to match the prop. The tamper itself has the usual “cracks”, hammering, and corrosion but this time I also acid etched the shape of the Cross so it could sit down into that area slightly. I gave a couple of ideas to add a nod to Indy on the side opposite the Cross. Either IJ initials in the Indy font or a simplified Fedora. He went with the initials.

I’m already working on designs for a Grail and Staff of Ra headpiece.

Cross of Coronado to***co by thebriarfellowship

* Last photo has an AI generated background/pedestal with the Fedora, tamper, and tin portion of the photo taken by me.

08/10/2026

I’ve been working on a few special custom projects lately. It’s not just Copper coins and tampers that I do. So if you have ideas for a custom project such as slate coasters (great for special occasions or unit/badge images) or custom laser engraved Stainless Steel or Titanium (based on availability) coins (great for unit members or commemorations and retirement mementos), just reach out to discuss your project ideas.

This coaster along with some other related designs are being made as a fundraiser for the unit association for the Federal Tactical Team that I served on during my career.

The coins are a special project for two former members of the Croatian Special Police unit “ALFA” (Special Forces) that served during the Croatian Homeland War which occurred from 1991-1995.

I really enjoy the special projects from working with customers developing designs to bringing the bespoke product to fruition.

07/23/2026

New Titanium Earrings Post # 2 of 2 (due to character limits)

These are all sized roughly 1 inch in the largest dimension with some being slightly larger due to the design. I can make most designs larger if desired.

10- Cross Potent (this one is Dark Brass anodized finish)
11- Order of Christ Cross #1 (this one is satin Scotchbrite finish)
12- Order of Christ Cross #2 (this one is satin Scotchbrite finish)
13- Jerusalem/Crusader Cross (this one is Dark Brass anodized finish)
14- Sword of St. Michael the Archangel (this is a custom design of mine and this one is Gold anodized finish)
15- Marian Cross (this one is Blue anodized)
16- The Mandalorian (this one is satin Scotchbrite finish)
17- Grogu (this one is Green anodized finish)
18- Haunted Mansion Bat Stanchions Silhouette (this one is Brass anodized finish)
19- Haunted Mansion Stretching Room Gargoyles (this one is Stonewashed finish)
20- Detailed Haunted Mansion Stretching Room Gargoyles (this is a custom design of mine and this one is Stonewashed finish)
21- Detailed Haunted Mansion Bat Stanchions (this is a custom design of mine and this one is Brass anodized finish)
22- Indy (this one is Brown/Bronze anodized finish)
23- POTC Gold Pirate Coins (this one is Gold anodized finish)
24- LOTR Mallorn Leaf (this is a custom design of mine and this one is Green anodized since Mallorn leaves are Green)
25- LOTR Narsil Sword Fragment (thus one is semi-polished blade and Dark Gray acid etched handle)
26- Acorns (this one is Brown/Bronze anodized finish)
27- Squirrels (this one is satin Scotchbrite finish)