Personalised Military and Naval Gavel – Engraved Wooden Gift for Officers, Mess Halls and Ceremonial Use

Built for command, tradition, and the mess

In the military and navy, a gavel isn’t just symbolic. It’s a working tool. It calls a mess hall to order when voices carry too far. It brings silence to a regimental meeting or naval board. It marks the start of a formal dinner, announces a fine, or brings down the final strike at a change-of-command ceremony. Wherever it’s used, one thing is constant – the person holding it carries the authority of their rank, and the gavel makes sure that authority is heard.

Our military gavels are built with that reality in mind. Dense hardwood heads that cut through the loudest rooms. Handles shaped for strength so they don’t snap under pressure. Finishes tough enough to handle both the formality of the parade ground and the rowdy humour of the mess. When you give one as a gift, you’re not handing over an ornament – you’re giving a tool that fits straight into service life.

What you’re getting

• Solid hardwood gavel – crafted from your choice of timber
• Matching hardwood sound block with velvet base
• Brushed gold anodised aluminium band – permanently engraved with your text or insignia
• Optional hardwood gift box, velvet lined, made from full-stave beech
• Built tough for daily use in meetings and resilient enough for the mess
• Handcrafted and engraved in Brisbane

Personalisation details

• Engraving: Name, rank, ship, unit, or date permanently etched into the band
• Logos: We can engrave service insignias, crests, or emblems on request
• Proofs: Available on request before engraving begins

Timber options

Every gavel is shaped from genuine hardwood – no stains, no shortcuts – and finished by hand to highlight its natural strength and beauty.

• European Beech – Light and even-grained, the traditional timber of gavels. Dependable and clean, perfect for formal military settings.
• American Black Walnut – Dark, weighty, and dignified. Walnut carries presence, suited for senior officers and ceremonial occasions.
• African Zebrano – Striking light-and-dark striped grain, bold and unmistakable. A choice for leaders who stand out.
• African Padauk – Vivid natural red when fresh, mellowing into darker tones with years of use. Dense and powerful, it delivers a sharp strike that cuts through the noise of a crowded hall.
• Indian Rosewood – Rare, dense, and refined. Deep brown with purple hues, polished to a glass-like finish – a timber worthy of high command.
• Imbuia (coming soon) – Golden to deep brown with natural resonance, producing a sharp, ringing strike – ideal for ceremony and formal dinners.

Specs

Gavel

• Head: 50 mm round
• Handle: 220 mm
• Overall length: 270 mm
• Band: Brushed gold anodised aluminium

Sound block

• Size: 105 × 20 mm
• Velvet base to protect surfaces
• Timber matched to the selected gavel

Optional gift box

• Timber: Full-stave beech hardwood
• Size: 280 × 130 × 72 mm
• Finish: Eco-friendly dry oil coat

Care instructions

• Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight
• Wipe clean with a dry or slightly damp cloth
• Avoid harsh cleaners or soaking in water
• If timber looks dry, refresh with a light coat of natural oil

Shipping info

• Handcrafted and engraved in Brisbane
• Production time: 3–7 business days (longer during peak periods)
• Delivery: Standard and Express available
• Gift wrap available for purchase

FAQs

Can this really survive a military mess?
Yes. We build gavels to take punishment – dense hardwood heads, reinforced handles, and permanent engraving. They’ve been tested in rowdy mess halls and still look sharp on the parade ground.

Can you engrave our unit insignia or ship’s crest?
Absolutely. Send your logo file and we can add it to the band, box and soundblock - or wherever you'd like.

Do I need the gift box?
No. The gavel and sound block can be ordered on their own. The box is optional for ceremonial presentation and safekeeping.

How long will it take to make?
Each gavel is handcrafted and engraved to order. Allow up to a week for production plus shipping time.

Trust LilyCraft’s Gavels

A gavel is more than timber and metal – it’s a symbol of command. That’s why our gavels are trusted not just in courtrooms and boardrooms, but also by military and naval officers in their messes, meetings, and ceremonies. Each one is built in Brisbane with the care, toughness, and respect that service life demands – ready for the serious moments, and strong enough to survive the lively ones too.