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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I order a custom metal badge like the Brownwood Police design?

Yes. Owl Badges produces custom die-struck metal badges for police departments, sheriff’s offices, and constable offices nationwide. You can order this antique gold eagle-top shield as shown or change the star lettering, the banner wording, the rank line, and the finish to fit your own department. Badges carrying a real agency name require credential verification before production.

What is the minimum order for a police badge like this?

There is a low minimum order. Single badges are available for individual officers, and per-piece pricing drops sharply as quantity rises, which makes larger runs practical for an entire department or a promotion cycle at once.

What is the antique gold finish, and can I get it on another shape?

Yes. The antique finish on this badge is a plated gold that is chemically darkened and then buffed back on the high points, so the eagle feathers, star bevels and laurel leaves read bright while the recesses stay deep. We can apply the same treatment to any of our badge shapes, or strike this design in polished gold or silver instead.

How much does a custom metal badge like this cost?

Estimated pricing runs from about $150 each at a single piece down to roughly $50 each at higher volumes. There is no setup fee and no mold fee. Final pricing depends on the finished design, size, and quantity, and is confirmed with a free quote.

How long does production take?

Approximately 8 to 14 weeks for tooling, striking, plating, and finishing after your proof is approved. With no enamel on this design the fill stage drops out, and the time goes into the antique treatment, which is applied and then hand-relieved on every high point before the badge is sealed.

Do I need credentials to order a badge with the Brownwood Police name on it?

Yes. Metal badges bearing a real agency or department name are sold only to that agency or its authorized representatives. Brownwood police buyers provide proof of occupation, valid credentials, or an authorized purchasing letter before production begins. Custom or fictional department designs, and designs where you substitute your own agency name, are welcome without that step.