About Us

From Spent Brass to Subtle Beauty

Metals & Pieces began on a shooting range—back in 2012.

I had just finished a round of sporting clays with my dad. He’s an excellent shot. I… hit 3 out of 50. 😅
While cleaning up my station, feeling slightly defeated, I picked up a spent Winchester AA shell and noticed how beautiful the headstamp was.

When my dad told me the brass would be thrown away, I was stunned. There had to be a better use for something that had impact—and still looked stunning.

That spark of an idea—paired with his skills as a machinist and mine as a designer—led to our very first handcrafted bullet jewelry designs. And just like that, Metals & Pieces was born.

We’ve been crafting jewelry with backbone since 2012.

What Bullet Jewelry Means to Me

To me, bullet jewelry is more than upcycled brass. It represents:

• Class – Subtle, stunning designs that feel elevated
• Strength – Quiet resilience, forged from impact
• Freedom – A statement without shouting

I didn’t want my jewelry to scream “tactical.” I wanted it to whisper elegance—to be incognito, meaningful, and feel like part of a private club. The kind of piece someone notices and asks, “…is that a bullet casing?” And you just smile.

For Women Who Walk Softly—But Carry Brass

Metals & Pieces is for women who want to express identity and power through elegance—not noise.

Whether you're a sharpshooter, a supporter, a survivor, or someone who simply knows that strength can be subtle—I'm so glad you're here.

— Melissa Pikul
Founder, Designer, Bullet Jewelry Enthusiast