This Dettra Dura-Lite U.S. Power Squadrons ensign is a 12 x 18 inch nylon boat flag with a red canton, white fouled anchor, circle of 13 stars, and alternating blue and white stripes.
The compact size, sewn construction, brass grommets, and strong red, white, and blue design make it suited to a boating memorabilia collection, marina display, lake house, study, or nautical wall grouping.
Details
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Item: United States Power Squadrons ensign
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Item Type: Nautical organization boat flag
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Era: Mid to late 20th century, exact date not confirmed from photos
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Materials: Marked 95% nylon and 5% other fibers, woven header, metal grommets
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Color: Red, white, and navy blue
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Maker and Mark: Dettra Flag Products. DURA-LITE. Manufactured & Sold Under License From The United States Power Squadrons For Use By Members Only. 95% Nylon 5% Other Fibers. 12 x 18 In. Made In U.S.A.
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Pattern or Model: United States Power Squadrons ensign
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Style: Nautical, maritime, boating organization
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Dimensions: 12 x 18 inches
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Special Features: Sewn blue and white stripes, embroidered white fouled anchor and 13 stars, reinforced white header, two brass tone grommets, 4 ounce weight
Condition Grade: Very Good
Positives
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Graded Very Good: Complete and displayable with bright colors, intact embroidered insignia, and only light handling and storage wear visible.
- The red canton remains bright, and the white anchor and individual stars are clearly defined.
- The alternating blue and white sections remain strongly colored with the stitched seams intact in the photographed areas.
- Both brass tone grommets are present, and the Dettra Dura-Lite manufacturer's printing remains readable along the header.
Issues / Wear
- The nylon shows folds, wrinkles, and creasing from previous storage.
- Light loose threads and minor fraying are visible near the lower edge and at a few stitched areas.
- The white header shows light age toning and minor handling marks.
- No large holes, tears, or major stains are visible in the supplied photos.
Collector's Notes
Organizational boat flags gave members an immediately recognizable identity on the water, and the Power Squadrons ensign uses a particularly graphic red, white, and blue design.
This format should appeal to collectors of boating memorabilia, American maritime flags, yacht club material, and older lake or marina pieces.
The fully readable Dettra Dura-Lite header is worth noticing because it identifies both the manufacturer and the licensed Power Squadrons use of the flag.
At 12 x 18 inches, it has enough color to hold its own on a wall without needing a large display space.
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