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C-130 Hercules Motif Tie Bar

$145.00
$145.00
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Jewelry Material: Polished Silver

Lock in your look with heavy-lift confidence. Our C-130 Hercules Tie Bar delivers mission-ready style with the same rugged dependability that’s made the Hercules a legend in military aviation. Whether you’re suiting up for flight briefings, formal events, or post-mission celebrations, this tie bar stands ready for duty — reliable, bold, and built to go the distance.

Handcrafted in our Arizona studio by a husband-and-wife team with over two decades of metalworking experience, each tie bar is a salute to precision, performance, and perseverance. The C-130 isn’t built for show — it’s built for the long haul — and so is this piece.

From hauling gear across continents to keeping your tie in formation, the C-130 Tie Bar captures the spirit of endurance and excellence. It’s understated, aerodynamic, and unmistakably all business — just like the aircraft that inspired it.

✦ C-130 Hercules silhouette: unmistakable four-engine legend, symbol of strength and reliability
✦ Available in solid sterling silver or 14k gold: your choice of classic or commanding
✦ Precision dimensions: 4.5 mm wide × 52 mm long — streamlined, balanced, and built for everyday ops
✦ Expertly handmade: cut, soldered, and polished by hand in Prescott, Arizona
✦ Built to last: tension grip keeps your tie secure through turbulence, toasts, and touchdowns
✦ Mission-ready packaging: ships gift-boxed and ready for promotions, retirements, or flight-crew celebrations
✦ For those who carry more than cargo: made for the pilots, aircrew, and veterans who shoulder every mission with pride

Materials

Each tie bar is meticulously handmade using 16 gauge sheet metal

✦ .925 Sterling Silver
✦ 14k Gold-filled
✦ Solid 14k Gold

Size Details

✦ Measures 52mm long x 4mm wide

Is 14k gold-filled right for you?

Gold-filled jewelry is composed of a solid layer of gold which must constitute at least 5% of the item's total weight, mechanically bonded to a base metal.

Our gold-filled tie bars have a layer of 14k gold on the front and back, with exposed base metal at the edges. They’re a great option for most, but if you have a brass sensitivity, we recommend choosing solid 14k gold instead.

Where is my jewelry made?

Jet Fighter Jewelry is proudly handmade in the USA by a husband-and-wife duo in sunny Arizona. Every piece is crafted with heart, soul, and a whole lot of love. From our hands to yours—thanks for supporting our little love story in jewelry form.

Shipping

Each tie bar is handmade to order. Please allow up to 4 business days for production before shipping. Need it sooner? Contact us before purchasing—we may be able to fast-track your order.

Jewelry Care

  • Handmade jewelry is built to last with proper care.
  • Sterling silver naturally tarnishes over time—this patina is unique to each wearer.
  • Tarnishing speed varies based on body chemistry, handling, and environment.
  • Follow care tips below based on your jewelry’s finish:

General Care (All Finishes)

  • Avoid contact with lotions, perfumes, chemicals, and chlorinated water.
  • Store jewelry in an airtight container to slow tarnish.
  • Remove jewelry before swimming, bathing, or working with harsh products.

Polished, Satin & Gold (Sterling Silver, Gold-Filled, 14k Solid Gold)

  • Tarnish may appear as metal reacts with air and moisture.
  • Use a jewelry polishing cloth or dip to clean polished and gold pieces.
  • For satin sterling silver, gently rub with a Scotch-Brite pad to refresh the finish.

Antiqued Sterling Silver

  • Finished by hand to create a vintage, well-loved look.
  • Easy to maintain—lightly rub with a Scotch-Brite pad if yellowing occurs.
  • Avoid polishing cloths and dips to preserve the antiqued effect.

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C-130 Hercules tie bar with penny and ruler for size reference, 52mm aviation tie bar

Because size matters

These scale photos help you visualize the real-life size of your jewelry, no guessing required
Jewelry box with airplane earrings and Jet fighter Jewelry branding on a black background

This box means business (the fun kind).

Your jet jewelry comes in a slick little box stamped with our logo — no wrapping needed, just pure “heck yes” energy. It's the kind of packaging that says, “Yeah, I nailed this gift.”