The Combat Rosary™ is a faithful revival of the 1916 U.S. WWI service rosary, designed for today’s prayer warriors. Hand-assembled with pull-chain construction and Italian sacramentals, it includes the Miraculous Medal, the St. Benedict Medal, and the Pardon Crucifix. 

Fr. Heilman created the Combat Rosary™ to combine durability with the most powerful Catholic sacramentals, making it a lifelong spiritual weapon for prayer and protection.

• Modeled after the 1916 WWI service rosary 
• Military-style stainless steel pull-chain construction 
• Italian sacramentals: Miraculous Medal, St. Benedict Medal, Pardon Crucifix 
• Approx. 21″ length — substantial and durable 
• Designed by Fr. Richard Heilman 
• Rosary Pouch sold separately 

• Combat Rosary™ 
• Miraculous Medal (Italy) 
• St. Benedict Medal (Italy) 
• Pardon Crucifix (Italy) 
• Linen drawstring rosary pouch 
• Spiritual Ammo Tin 

Q: Why is it called the Combat Rosary™?

A: Fr. Heilman designed it using the most powerful sacramentals for protection and based it on the WWI service rosary, naming it “Combat Rosary” as a spiritual weapon in the battle for souls.

Q: Does it come blessed?

A: The rosary is not blessed. Roman Catholic Gear does not sell blessed items as it goes against the Church’s guidance.

Q: Does it include a pouch?

A: Includes linen pouch + ammo tin. Rugged Leather or Canvas Rosary Pouches are sold separately.