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USN VFA-22 Challenge Coin

USN VFA-22 Challenge Coin features strike fighter design, perfect for B2B procurement and squadron recognition.Custom minted challenge coin for wholesale.

USN VFA-22 Challenge Coin Features and normal information:

Feature	Benefit
100% Custom Design	Create unique police department logos/mottos for graduation memorabilia.
Durable Zinc Alloy	5mm thickness ensures longevity and premium feel.
Fast Production	MOQ 50pcs; 15-day delivery from professional challenge coins factory.
Antique gold	Luxury finish for prestigious school awards & gifts.
Bulk Discounts	Cost-effective for large student groups and events.

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USN VFA-22 Challenge Coin Description

USN VFA-22 Challenge Coin

Honor Tradition. Celebrate Service. Preserve Strike Fighter Legacy.

This USN VFA-22 Challenge Coin is a premium collectible inspired by the storied history of Strike Fighter Squadron TWO TWO—the “Fighting Redcocks”—one of Naval Aviation’s most distinguished strike fighter squadrons. Featuring the squadron’s iconic Fighting Redcock emblem and tribute to their combat legacy, this coin embodies the core values of Readiness, Lethality, and Naval Aviation Excellence that define the men and women of VFA-22.

Since its commissioning in July 1948, the Fighting Redcocks have been a mainstay of Naval Aviation for over 75 years. From flying the Grumman F-8F Bearcat to today’s F/A-18E/F Super Hornet, the squadron has completed combat deployments in Korea, Vietnam, and the Global War on Terror. This coin honors their service—from the first strikes against Taliban forces in Afghanistan to combat operations against ISIS.

Product Features

Intricate Design: Official VFA-22 Fighting Redcocks insignia with “VFA-22” designation, FA-18E/F Super Hornet imagery, and tribute to the squadron’s combat history
Premium Quality: Officially licensed US Navy product, high-quality double-sided design with military-grade finish
Perfect Size: Approximately 1.5 inches in diameter, ideal for display or pocket carry
Fighting Redcocks Commemorative Edition: Honoring the legacy of a squadron that has operated from 15 different aircraft carriers and earned numerous awards including the Navy Unit Commendation

Benefit	Description
Authentic Design	Faithfully reproduces official VFA-22 Fighting Redcocks insignia and Naval Aviation heritage symbols
Conversation Starter	Unique piece that sparks storytelling about combat deployments, carrier operations, and the brotherhood/sisterhood of Naval Aviation
Durable Keepsake	Highest quality construction built to last generations as a family heirloom of naval service
Versatile Use	Display in shadow box, present at squadron ceremonies, collect among Naval Aviation memorabilia, or trade with fellow shipmates

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USN VFA-22 Challenge Coin Technical

Parameter	Specification
Material	Zinc Alloy (AZ91D)
Diameter	1.5″-3″ (Standard)
Thickness	5mm ±0.2mm
Plating	24K Gold Electroplating
MOQ	50 pcs
Packaging	Polybags + Velvet Cases
Production Time	10-15 Days
Custom Options	Epoxy Domes, Edge Numbering

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USN VFA-22 Challenge Coin Applications

For Squadron Recognition & Awards

Commanders use challenge coins to recognize exceptional performance among squadron members and as on-the-spot awards. Within VFA-22, these coins are presented to pilots, maintenance crews, and support personnel in recognition of special achievement, completing a demanding deployment, or demonstrating outstanding professionalism.

For Carrier Air Wing Deployments & Combat Operations

VFA-22 has a distinguished combat history dating back to Korea and Vietnam, with more recent operations including Desert Fox (1998), Afghanistan (2001), and global War on Terrorism deployments. Coins from specific deployments—such as the VFA-22 Afghanistan Service Challenge Coin—honor the squadron’s participation in named operations and campaigns.

For Commander’s Recognition & Leadership Gifts

Senior military leaders give challenge coins as gifts to foreign dignitaries, civilian VIPs, and visiting officials. VFA-22 coins serve this ceremonial role when the squadron hosts distinguished visitors or participates in joint exercises and diplomatic events.

For Collector & Naval Aviation Memorabilia Markets

Officially licensed US Navy challenge coins are collectible items for naval aviation enthusiasts, military history buffs, and veterans. VFA-22 coins are sought after due to the squadron’s 75+ year history and participation in major conflicts from Korea to Afghanistan.

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USN VFA-22 Challenge Coin – FAQs

Q: What is the USN VFA-22 Challenge Coin?
A: The USN VFA-22 Challenge Coin is a commemorative coin inspired by naval aviation heritage, designed to honor squadron service, teamwork, and mission accomplishments.

Q: Who is this challenge coin intended for?
A: This coin is ideal for squadron members, veterans, active-duty personnel, aviation enthusiasts, military families, and collectors of naval memorabilia.

Q: What design elements can be featured on the coin?
A: Common design features include squadron insignias, fighter aircraft imagery, mission emblems, naval symbols, unit mottos, deployment dates, and custom artwork.

Q: Can the coin be customized for reunions, deployments, or special events?
A: Yes. The coin can be personalized with event names, anniversary dates, deployment information, commemorative messages, and custom unit graphics.

Q: Is this challenge coin suitable for recognition and presentation purposes?
A: Yes. It is commonly used for squadron anniversaries, retirement ceremonies, deployment commemorations, award presentations, and military appreciation events.

FAQS

Where can I get a challenge coin made?

At GT Gifts a qualified custom challenge coin manufacturer, the ordering process is very easy for you to operate.
Sending us your challenge coin request, you only need to follow each step and select your favorite choice. Artwork Design-Mold Making—Die Casting—Stamping—Die Struck—Split from Outlet—Polishing—Painting —Baking—Packing—Delivering.

How many colors can I use in custom coins?

At GT Gifts, all the challenge coins and lapel pins use international pantone colors. If you add one color, the price is $0.1 per color. The screen printing is not limited. But the more color it is, the more expensive the price is.

How to create custom challenge coins?

How do you make custom made challenge coins? Our all custom coins are made of metal like iron, brass, and zinc alloy. Different crafts use different metals to get a perfect effect. Our custom challenge coins use different plating to get fantastic effects.
Especially, custom double plating coins are very popular among customers. Our coins include die-struck challenge coins and die-cast challenge coins. Make your own coins with GT Gifts.

Do challenge coins have regular shapes, thickness, and size?

Not always. It depends on your needs. We can create custom-shaped challenge coins for you with the best quality. Welcome to design specially shaped coins like cut-out shapes!
Most of them require 2″ in size. The standard thickness of our custom coins is 3.0mm, if you need 3D more high, it can be realized, usually our 3D highest 9.5mm edges 3.5mm. Meanwhile, different coin sizes can be welcomed.

Can you create different edges for custom challenge coins?

Of course. As we know, different edges can create perfect effects. Therefore, we provide you like Standard edge, Rope edge, Leaft edge, Cross cut edge, Spur edge, Oblique line edge, Bezel edge, and so on. You can know more information on our web www.gt-gifts.com

What type of artwork do you accept?

JPG, PDF, PNG, EPS, AI, etc. If you want to send your picture in other forms, you have other forms, also send us freely. We have own designer to help you exchange it.

How much do custom coins cost?

The challenge coin prices depend on the size of the required currency and the options. Please refer to the challenge coin pricing from our online quotation system cheap challenge coins. We’re sure that you won’t find any other best challenge coins than ours.
GT Gifts doesn’t have any requirements for your order quantities. Custom challenge coins no minimum! But there is a below-minimum fee.

Must I pay a mold fee when customizing coins?

When you customize your coins the first time, a mold fee needs to pay. But our mold fee is free in the next two years and we will keep it in our mold room.

If I have a favorite picture. Can you use it in my coin design?

Before the production of your order, you can cancel it at any time and are entitled to our money back. However, once your product has molding or been finished, we won’t cancel it. If you get a defective product, we will either re-make your order free of charge or give a discount. But this is rare!

How to pay for your order of coins?

You can pay for your order online Paypal or t/. Production will begin as soon as your payment is received.

What are UV printed coins?

The UV printed coins are made with printing crafts. They can 100% show your design with vivid colors and patterns. If too many colors can not realize on enamel colors filling,usually we suggest UV printing.

What is the turnaround time for challenge coins?

Our shortest turnaround time is typically 7-15 days for production, with 3-5 days for shipping. If you are not in a hurry to receive the items, longer turnaround times will offer a shipping discount. It ranges from 15, 20, and 30 working days, with a 10, 20, and 30 percent discount accordingly.

Can I order this design from your website?

All images in the gallery and exhibition and their designs are the copyrighted designs of our customers. You cannot order someone else’s design without their explicit permission.

What are the challenge coins made out of?

Typically, our challenge coins are either made of Brass or zinc.

What metal finish options are available?

There is shiny gold, shiny silver, shiny copper, shiny black nickel, two tone, antique gold, antique brass, antique silver, antique copper, two tone, and rainbow finish.

What is the difference between 2D and 3D?

With a 2D coin, the surface will be flat, and the metal line work that makes up the design will be raised, with the top of the line flat. With a 3D coin, the surface will be raised, and the design will be detailed and rounded off to give it a 3D effect. 3D will be more expensive.
A 2D coin only has two levels, one raised level over a lower recessed level, 3D coins have infinite levels of raised and recessed detail, allowing for sculpted images and rounded edges with more realistic depth on a coin’s metallic surface.