The Red Ensign or "Red Duster" is a flag that originated in the early 17th century as a British ensign flown by the Royal Navy and later specifically by British merchantmen. The precise date of its first appearance is not known, but surviving receipts indicate that the Navy was paying to have such flags sewn during the 1620s. It is currently used as the civil ensign of the United Kingdom.
These polyester printed ensigns are a more economical alternative to our sewn versions.
For in-stock items despatched from our own warehouse, we offer three UK delivery options:
Standard UK Delivery: £5.99.On this service, goods will usually arrive within a week of dispatch.
3-Day Delivery: £7.99.This is a three-working-day (not Saturday, Sunday, or Bank Holidays) service for UK mainland and Ulster addresses, provided that you order before 1pm. Orders received after 1pm will be processed on the next working day, so take one day longer to arrive. If you require an item to be personalised, your order will be delayed by one working day.
Express Delivery: £9.99.This is a next-working-day (not Saturday, Sunday, or Bank Holidays) service for UK mainland addresses, provided that youorder before 1pm. Orders received after 1pm will be processed on the next working day, so take one day longer to arrive. Service to Scotland, Northern Ireland, Isle of Wight and other UK islands usually takes 2-3 days.
For items despatched by third party suppliers
Admiralty chart prints and aircraft models/cufflinks made from original materials are sent to you directly from the makers, and are offered on a Standard delivery service only - please allow 7-10 days. These items are marked with a 7-10 day delivery icon below.
Delivery Information (Overseas)
We are currently unable to deliver to EU and USA addresses due to the high and unpredictable costs, customs charges, and courier handling fees. Our other overseas delivery charges (standard service only) are:
Channel Islands (7-10 Days), £20
Rest of World (Currently only Canada, Australia, and New Zealand). From about £50, depending on what you order. Please phone on +44 1932 235550 or e-mail us on mailorder@nauticalia.com for a quote. Most overseas orders arrive within 21 days.
VAT (sales tax) will be deducted from the listed price of your goods where applicable for customers outside the UK, including those from the Channel Islands.
