COMMISSION A SENTINEL

Every commission begins with a story.

A profession. A milestone. A place. A legacy worth preserving.

Together, we transform those elements into a handcrafted walnut heirloom designed to be displayed, admired, and passed to future generations.

Whether honoring a career, celebrating an achievement, supporting a fundraiser, or preserving a personal legacy, every Sentinel is individually created for its owner.

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WHAT IS A SENTINEL?

The Sentinel™ is the flagship legacy commission created by Canyon Crest Woodworks, but it is only one expression of a larger philosophy:

Preserving stories through craftsmanship.

Each commission begins with a person, achievement, organization, place, profession, or legacy worth remembering. That story is then transformed into a handcrafted object incorporating custom artwork, engraved imagery, meaningful symbols, heirloom materials, and personalized design.

While many commissions take the form of a Sentinel, projects may also include commemorative plaques, medallions, presentation pieces, desktop displays, heirloom ashtrays, fundraising centerpieces, recognition awards, and other custom creations designed around a specific story.

Every commission is individually designed and handcrafted in Mission Viejo, California.

Whether honoring a military veteran, first responder, athlete, pilot, executive, craftsman, family patriarch, organization, historic milestone, or lifetime achievement, the goal remains the same:

To transform a meaningful story into something tangible, beautiful, and enduring.

More than a keepsake.

More than an award.

More than a piece of woodworking.

A life story preserved through craftsmanship.

WHO COMMISSIONS A SENTINEL?

Every Sentinel begins with a story worth preserving.

Some commissions celebrate a lifetime of service.

Others recognize a milestone, achievement, organization, or legacy that deserves more than a certificate, plaque, or trophy.

A Sentinel may honor:

• The retiring police officer after decades of service.

• The firefighter whose career protected a community.

• The military veteran whose story deserves preservation.

• The pilot marking a lifetime in aviation.

• The executive who built a business from the ground up.

• The craftsman whose work shaped a profession.

• The athlete reaching a defining achievement.

• The community leader being recognized for a lifetime of contribution.

• The family patriarch whose legacy will be passed to future generations.

• The organization seeking a meaningful centerpiece for fundraising, recognition, or commemoration.

While every story is different, the purpose remains the same:

To transform a meaningful life, achievement, organization, or legacy into a permanent handcrafted heirloom designed to be displayed, shared, and remembered for generations.

WHAT CAN BE COMMISSIONED?

Every commission begins with a story.

While the Sentinel™ remains our flagship legacy format, Canyon Crest Woodworks creates a variety of custom heirloom pieces designed around a specific person, organization, achievement, milestone, or legacy.

Possible commission formats include:

• Sentinel Legacy Sculptures

• Octave Commissions

• Commemorative Plaques

• Medallions

• Presentation Pieces

• Heirloom Ashtrays

• Recognition Awards

• Fundraising Centerpieces

• Limited Edition Commemoratives

• Custom Legacy Objects

Each project is individually designed and handcrafted to reflect the story it represents.

ORGANIZATIONAL COMMISSIONS

• Law Enforcement

• Fire Service

• Military Units

• Veteran Organizations

• Automotive Clubs

• Corporate Recognition Programs

• Community Organizations

• Professional Associations

FUNDRAISING COMMISSIONS

• Raffle Centerpieces

• Auction Pieces

• Chapter Fundraisers

• Donor Recognition Gifts

• Limited Edition Commemoratives

• Community Campaigns

FEATURED COMMISSION

SASS ROD & RESTO

Huntington Beach, California

Commissioned for Eric Sass, founder of SASS Rod & Resto, this Sentinel celebrates a lifetime devoted to hot rods, craftsmanship, entrepreneurship, and community.

Designed around Eric's personal story, the piece incorporates custom automotive artwork, precision engraving, architectural brass detailing, and more than 100 individually installed brass rods.

No stock artwork.

No templates.

Designed exclusively for its owner.

A one-of-one heirloom commission created to preserve a legacy and the passion that built it.

Designed around a story.

Crafted to last generations.

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THE COMMISSION PROCESS

DISCOVERY

Every project begins with a conversation.

We review the story, achievements, imagery, symbols, organizations, locations, and design elements that will shape the final piece.

DESIGN DEVELOPMENT

Concepts are refined into a complete custom design.

Possible design elements include:

• Custom Artwork

• Department Badges

• Military Insignia

• Automotive Themes

• Maps and Locations

• Corporate Branding

• Personal Symbols

• Commemorative Inscriptions

CRAFTSMANSHIP

Each Sentinel is individually machined, engraved, assembled, finished, and inspected in California.

Premium walnut, architectural brass, and precision engraving are combined to create an heirloom-quality object designed to endure for generations.

DELIVERY

Completed commissions are carefully packaged and prepared for presentation, gifting, installation, or display.

Premium presentation options may be available depending on project requirements.

SIGNATURE COMMISSION FORMATS

THE OCTAVE

A compact expression of the Sentinel philosophy.

Ideal for personal milestones, retirement gifts, promotions, and executive recognition.

Beginning at $495

THE SENTINEL

Our flagship commission format.

Designed for significant milestones, organizational projects, commemorative pieces, and legacy commissions.

Beginning at $995

ORGANIZATIONAL & FUNDRAISING COMMISSIONS

Designed for departments, chapters, clubs, units, and community organizations.

Typically $1,500-$5,000+

SIGNATURE LEGACY COMMISSIONS

Large-format projects incorporating extensive custom design, specialized materials, and advanced detailing.

Quoted individually.

COMMON DESIGN ELEMENTS

• Custom Engraving

• Architectural Brass Inlays

• Badge Integration

• Military Insignia

• Automotive Artwork

• Geographic Maps

• Commemorative Dates

• Presentation Cases

• Fundraising Editions

• Personalized Inscriptions

• Custom Artwork Integration

HELD IN PRIVATE COLLECTIONS

Canyon Crest Woodworks commissions currently reside in:

• Executive Offices

• Law Enforcement Facilities

• Automotive Workshops

• Private Collections

• Community Organizations

• Fundraising Events

• Veteran Associations

• Family Homes

Throughout Southern California and beyond.

Each commission represents a unique story entrusted to Canyon Crest Woodworks and transformed into a lasting object of craftsmanship, recognition, and legacy.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How long does a commission take?

Lead times vary based on project complexity and current production schedule.

Can I provide artwork or photographs?

Yes. Existing artwork, photographs, badges, logos, maps, and personal imagery can often be incorporated into a custom design.

Is every piece unique?

Yes. Every Sentinel is individually designed and built for the specific commission.

Do you work with organizations and fundraising groups?

Yes. Canyon Crest Woodworks develops custom projects for departments, clubs, veteran organizations, and community fundraising initiatives.

START YOUR COMMISSION

The best commissions begin with a meaningful story.

Tell us about the person, organization, achievement, or place you would like to honor, and we'll begin the design conversation.