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Looking for the protection of St. Benedict? This is a great rosary featuring the devil chasing Saint Benedict devotional medal. This rosary is a thoughtful, meaningful, and lasting gift for any Catholic.
The special feature of this handcrafted rosary is the hematite beads. Hematite is a mineral stronger than iron. The beads have a dark gray smooth finish and feel cool, heavy, and comfortable in your hands as you pray.
The craftsmanship is excellent.The detailed black Crucifix is 2 inches tall.
Please note: this item is not eligible for customization or changes.
It's our mission to supply uniquely Catholic gear you want and need, that will enhance your faith and your prayer life and your devotion to Our Lady for years to come.
Thank you and God bless!
Customers praised this hematite rosary for "exceptional quality" and "beautiful craftsmanship." The beads feature a "metallic sheen" with "satisfying weight" and "smooth feeling." Shoppers noted it's "durable, well-made, and built to last through daily use," perfect for everyday carry. One concern mentioned was potential cord wear at connection points over time.
Beautifully made and substantial, rugged and ready for the daily Rosary. Rosary beads perfect for men, fathers and sons.
Have many rugged rosaries. Love this one. It is just the right size and weight. Love that it’s made with finer cord or tough thread. It’s sturdy but not bulky. Quick delivery and careful packaging as always.
I have been looking for a St. Benedict Rosary for several months and couldn't find one that I liked or was worth the price being asked. I did a google search to find Rugged Rosaries and lo and behold, they offered a St. Benedict Rosary. But, alas it was sold out! I signed up for the notifications and received notification and ordered the same day. Great weight, wonderfully aesthetic and tough. I am likely underqualified for this rosary, but it has been in my pocket ever since I received it.
I love this Rosary! It's not only beautiful but sturdy. I especially love the heavier weight of it. I have other Rosaries from Rugged Rosaries and never have I been disappointed. To me the best part of receiving anything from Rugged Rosaries is knowing that each product is made with great care and love for our Lord and Blessed Mother.
I previously posted a negative review on my rosary that broke. It happens. However, Rugged Rosaries sent me a beautiful new rosary without me even asking. So, if you see my negative review disregard. I give this company 5 plus stars! The rosary is beautiful, well made and the customer service goes above and beyond. Great company that backs their product.
Hello. We are so sorry! You must have received a defect. We will send you a replacement right away! Shannon at RR.
I like buying rosaries. So, now, I have a collection. This rosary is very nice. The beads are polished nice and it feels nice in the hand. It does have a little weight.
I received this as a Father’s Day gift from my wife. I have a small collection from Rugged Rosaries, and the Hematite Saint Benedict rosary has quickly become one of my favorites.
I don’t leave home without it. I even keep it with my gear when I’m at the fire station.
Very well made and looks beautiful.
Hi,
Finally I get rosary . Self pick up from post office.
I received the dark gray hemiatite Benedictine rosary and it is beautiful. It is small enough to carry in one hand yet it is heavy and not delicate. It feels strong as I pray and i feel it wont break easily. I am very pleased to have the Benedictine medals and the cross which was one of my main reasons for choosing this particular rosary.
I am very pleased. Thank,you for making such a strong, beautiful rosary.
In the past, I’ve been incredibly hard on my Rosaries because I want one everywhere I go. Ruggesf Rosaries is now my go-to source for durable and beautiful Rosaries and other religious items. Thank you and God Bless you!
Nice and solid.
Larger beads work well with calloused fingers.
I love it. I always bring it everyday. At home, work, or anywhere else. I always make sure I have. This is my weapon.
Just right size and perfect carry in my pocket
Very impressed with Rugged Rosaries. The quality of their products is unmatched and their customer care is unrivaled. My package got lost in the mail (I suspect a pesky neighbour) and Rugged Rosaries, upon hearing of this, shipped another package right away which promptly arrived safe and sound. The quality of the products themselves is top notch. Frankly, I’m not sure you can find any equivalently good brands in Europe as a whole. Rugged Rosaries understand and produce the perfect blend between elegance and ruggedness which I haven’t been able to find anywhere else in European rosary providers. I’m convinced they should be supplying the Vatican itself!
God Bless
Max
The product came well structured. I wasn't expecting the level of craftsmanship with the metal work. It is quality detailed, and a rosary you can be proud to have. Nice weight in the hands, and easy to move between the beads. Honestly I was blown away. Highly recommend. I did add the Marian, so that comes sepereate.
It's beautiful and has a delightful weight to it as I knew a large string of hematite beads would. The glossy metallic feel is so nice too.
Very happy with the rosary and prayer book. It’s been very helpful as a convert to have access to such a beautiful book of all the prayers.
Smaller than I expected, but not necessarily a bad thing (don’t have to worry about it hitting the floor). Extremely sturdy—you can feel that it won’t be breaking. Smooth beads are easy to move across during use. Saint Benedict medals are a great feature.
Love it, but I am worried about the three connection points to the Benedict Medal piece having a single cord through the loop to hold everything together. Over time, the cord could wear out and break apart and then I’ll have a broken rosary that I can’t fix. So, I am not sold that it will be “rugged” rosary in that sense, but it is nice and what I was looking for.
I recently picked up a hematite bead rosary from Rugged Rosaries and it has exceeded my expectations. The hematite beads have a beautiful metallic sheen and a satisfying weight to them, giving the whole rosary a solid, substantial feel in the hand. The construction is exactly what the name promises: durable, well-made, and built to last through daily use. This isn’t a delicate rosary you’re afraid to carry in your pocket. It has quickly become the one I reach for every day. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a rosary that combines craftsmanship with genuine staying power.
Love it! Love the feel, look and weight of the rosary I ordered.
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Orders received after 12 noon on Thursdays generally will ship on Monday.
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On orders in the USA we offer rates starting at $6.50 with service from USPS and UPS including 2nd day air. Rates vary depending on which service the customer selects at checkout.
Carriers start counting delivery time on the day after the item is received by the carrier.
We have found that orders going to the lower 48 states usually arrive within 3 or 4 days using standard but is not guaranteed.
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UPS 2nd Day Air (2 2 3 days): $18.25
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USPS Economy Intl (8 - 18 days) is $25.20 USD
DHL Express Worldwide (4 - 8 days) is $32.00 USD
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Rugged Rosaries offers a generous 90-day R-R-R guarantee:
If your order does not meet your expectations for any reason, we are happy to work with you to either send a replacement, do an exchange, accept returns for refund, or repairs.
We even do exchanges for copycat competitors' similar products!
If you would like to return an item for any reason within 90 days of your purchase date, and you are in the USA, then you can qualify for FREE EASY RETURNS. Just visit our return portal at the link below:
If 90 days have gone by since your purchase, or if you are not in the USA, please email us at support@ruggedrosaries.com.
If you do not wish to use the FREE EASY USA RETURN portal, ship your item with a note that includes your name, email, and message as to why you wish to return your item, to the address below. When using this method, returns are accepted for any reason within 90 days of your purchase date. Please note we cannot refund return shipping costs.
Rugged Rosaries - Returns
6363 Richmond Ave. Suite 450
Houston, Texas 77057
Once your return is received and processed, we will send you an email to notify you that a refund has been applied to your credit card or original method of payment. Although we issue the refund immediately, it might take a few business days to appear on your credit card. Please note we cannot refund return shipping costs.
Only regular priced items may be refunded. Unfortunately, sale items cannot be refunded.
We are also happy to exchange rosaries in new condition within a reasonable amount of time. Please email us at support@ruggedrosaries.com if you wish to make an exchange. In your email, just tell us which rosary you would like instead. We can send you the new rosary, along with a prepaid return label to make it simple to return the original rosary.
If you purchased a similar product from another company such as a paracord rosary, or a WWI style combat rosary, and for whatever reason, you have a problem with it - We will take care of you! Maybe the other company doesn't have good customer service or maybe you bought a cheaper imported mass-produced copy (see about them here). We can exchange the product for one of our beautiful handmade rosaries. Why would we do this? Please read about our Exchanges from Other Companies HERE.
Please see how to get a rosary repaired/restrung by clicking HERE.
Please email us if you have any questions: support@ruggedrosaries.com.
