About Us

US Navy Bells is a component of THE Ship in a Bottle, LLC and became active in mid 2014.  THE Ship in a bottle was established in 2007 and sells items of nautical interest.  Other web sites under THE Ship in a Bottle umbrella include CPONAVY.COM and NAVYHAMMOCKS.COM

Featuring authentic US Navy Bells, USNAVYBELLS.COM was designed to showcase the surviving WW-I and WW-II era bells of nautical and historical value.  These WW-I, WW-II, and post WW-II era bells marked "USN" are becoming increasingly rare.  Occasionally we offer a named ship bell for sale.  We also sell commercial bells of nautical interest when available.  We DO NOT sell replica bells.

Our bells are sold "as is" or if you prefer, they can be polished to a brilliant shine (depending on the condition of the bell).  Bells with their existing patina appeal to some of of our customers whereas others prefer to own a shiny bell.  Typically, navy bells were maintained in a highly polished state during their 'tour of duty'.

Our services include bell restoration and construction of mounting stands for ceremonial or decorative use.  We do not perform repair services for damaged bells.  We also offer consignment services if you choose to sell your bell on our website.

If you have any questions, would like to sell your bell outright or offer a sale on consignment, please feel free to contact us by phone at (404) 964-8355 or email jmccurdy@theshipinabottle.com.  We will be happy to assist you.

Jim McCurdy, RMCS US Navy, Retired

Jim, Owner of US Navy Bells, shown in his younger days standing next to the flag bag onboard USS Manitowoc, LST-1180.