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Diana Cryptosystem | US Army Special Forces Cipher Wheel

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$20.3 $34.95 In stock

Diana Cryptosystem Cipher Wheel is a faithful wooden reproduction of the cipher disk used by US Army Special Forces (Green Berets) throughout the Vietnam War and Cold War era.

DIANA was deployed by Special Forces operators across Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia. Messages were sent via HF radio in Morse code. Considered unbreakable when paired with a One-Time Pad.

  • Two sizes: 5.5-inch and 4-inch diameter wooden disks.
  • US Army Special Forces emblem on the back.
  • Deeply laser-engraved text. Includes worksheets and historical documentation.
  • Engrave up to 45 characters at checkout.
  • See it in action: demonstration video.
  • Browse more in the cipher wheels and enigma machines collection.

Handmade by Creative Crafthouse in Hudson, Florida.

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Customer Reviews (5.0 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Amelia ★★★★★

The wooden wheel turns smoothly and the lettering is crisp enough to actually use for practice messages. I keep it on my desk and it's become a fun way to explain Cold War field encryption to friends.

Hannah ★★★★★

I've been getting into Cold War history and this replica is a great hands-on way to actually try out the DIANA cipher instead of just reading about it. The wooden disks turn without sticking and the letters are crisp enough to line up quickly. Solid little piece for anyone who likes old-school trade

Jason K. ★★★★★

The wooden disk spins smoothly and the letters are carved deep enough to read in low light. I keep it on my desk and use it to encrypt short notes to my brother, who's into Cold War history. Feels like an actual piece of field gear rather than a cheap souvenir.