Alaska State Boat Flag 12×18 Inch – 200D Nylon Single Sided Reverse Bleed-Through Print – Fade Resistant Nautical Flag with Brass Grommets for Boat, Car & Marine Use

The two brass grommets on the hoist edge are compatible with all standard marine flag mounting systems. On a stern staff, hook the top grommet to the upper snap hook and the lower grommet to the second attachment point. On a bow pulpit rail bracket, the grommets attach to the bracket's snap hooks or lashing points. For halyard display on a sailboat backstay or mast, thread the halyard through both grommets and lash off at the correct height. The 12×18 size is proportional on standard marine staff lengths without modification. If your vessel uses a flagpole socket mount, ensure your staff has snap hooks or lashing points at the correct grommet spacing — most standard marine staffs do.

Iron and zinc grommets corrode rapidly in salt water and salt-air environments. The rust they produce does more than just degrade the grommet itself — it stains the canvas header of the flag, runs onto the flag fabric around the grommet hole, and transfers rust to any metal marine hardware it contacts: snap hooks, stainless staffs, aluminum rail brackets, and gelcoat surfaces. Brass is the marine standard for small hardware for exactly this reason: it is corrosion-resistant in both salt water and high-humidity conditions. Brass grommets develop a natural patina over time, but do not rust, and will not transfer corrosion products to your boat or flag.

Single-sided reverse bleed-through print means Alaska's official design — eight gold stars on midnight navy blue — is printed on the front face of the nylon. The ink penetrates through the fabric, producing a natural mirror-image reverse on the back. Both faces display Alaska's gold and navy clearly — the back shows a left-to-right reflection of the front design. This is the standard construction for marine boat flags at this size and price point. At 12×18 inches flying from a stern staff, both faces are visible from different positions around the vessel, and the reverse bleed-through reads clearly as Alaska's flag from either side.

Yes — the 12×18 inch size is well-proportioned for kayak flag mounts, canoe stern staffs, and small craft flag holders. Most kayak flag mount systems use a small socket staff in the 12–18 inch range, and the 12×18 flag is the correct size for those mounts. The 200D nylon is lightweight enough not to create significant drag or stability issues on a small craft. For paddle sports, it flies best at speeds above a slow paddle — at anchor or very slow paddling, the flag may drape loosely, which is normal for any flag in calm conditions.

The most important step after salt-water use is a fresh water rinse — either on the vessel or at the dock. Salt crystals that dry in the fabric accelerate color fading and fiber degradation over time, even on marine-grade nylon. A quick rinse with a hose or bucket of fresh water after each outing removes salt residue before it dries. Machine wash cold with mild detergent as needed for deeper cleaning. Air dry or allow to dry on the staff with airflow — do not store damp in a sealed locker. At the end of the season, rinse, dry fully, and store loosely folded in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight.

Alaska's state flag features eight gold stars on a midnight navy blue field — seven forming the Big Dipper (Ursa Major) constellation and one larger star representing Polaris, the North Star. The design was created in 1927 by 13-year-old Benny Benson of Seward, Alaska — a coastal fishing town on Resurrection Bay — who won a territorial flag competition. It was officially adopted at Alaska's statehood in 1959 and has remained unchanged. The North Star has guided mariners for centuries, making it a particularly fitting symbol for a flag displayed on the water. The navy blue represents Alaska's sky and the forget-me-not, the state flower.

Return within 30 days in original, unused condition for a full refund. Prepaid return label provided — no questions asked. Every PromoPatriot flag is backed by a 6-month warranty against manufacturing defects covering the fabric, stitching, and brass grommets.