Sergeant Stripes in Grey and Black for the Chicago Police Department
Black embroidered sergeant chevron patch with a grey merrow border, featuring three silver-grey chevron stripes cut to a pointed inverted-V shape, for the Chicago Police Department in Illinois.
Low MOQ
Low Minimum Order
Artwork
Artwork Design Team
Company
USA Since 1999
Factory
Direct
Description
This embroidered chevron carries three stripes, the standard insignia of a sergeant, in a grey and black colorway for the Chicago Police Department. The design uses no lettering or rocker, so the stripe count alone carries the rank.
Stripes: Three silver-grey stripes stack down from the pointed peak, each following the same angle, with narrow black channels between them that keep the bands distinct.
Color Scheme: The grey-on-black pairing is lower in contrast than white or gold on navy, giving the rank a subdued look that still reads clearly at close range.
Shape & Base: The patch is cut to the outline of the stripes, with a pointed top and a notched base, and worked in black twill finished with a grey merrow edge that matches the stripes.
Embroidery Quality: Full-coverage embroidery on polyester twill gives each grey stripe a dense, even fill and holds the black channels crisp at every angle. Order it as shown for the Chicago Police Department, or change the stripe color, field, and border to suit the uniform in your own department.
For field training insignia from the same department, see the Chicago Police light blue FTO chevron patch and the Chicago Police dark navy FTO chevron patch.
Specifications
| Product Type | Embroidered Patch |
| Style | Chevron Patch |
| Material | Polyester Twill Fabric with Poly/Rayon Threads |
| Stitch | Full Coverage Detail 100% Stitch Threading Embroidery |
| Size | 3" - 4" |
| Backing | Iron-on/Sew-on |
| Packaging | 10+ Per Polybag |
Estimated pricing: 10 → $17 · 20 → $12 · 50 → $7 · 100 → $5 · 250 → $3 · 500 → $2.50 · 1,000 → $2 each
No setup fee · No mold fee. Estimate only — final price adjusts by design, size, and quantity, and is confirmed with a free quote. No payment until you approve your proof.
🛡 Authorized Purchase & Credential Verification
Patches bearing a real agency or department name are sold only to that agency or its authorized representatives. Law enforcement and public-safety buyers must provide proof of occupation, valid credentials, or an authorized purchasing letter before production begins. We do not sell agency-named patches for personal use.
Custom and fictional designs — for example, a made-up department like “Town of Western Hope Police” — are welcome, as are designs where you change the agency or department name to your own.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is shown on the Chicago Police grey and black sergeant chevron?
It is a black chevron patch with a grey merrow border and three silver-grey stripes stacked from the pointed top. The patch is cut to the shape of the stripes, with a notched base, and has no lettering.
What rank do three chevron stripes stand for?
Three stripes are the traditional sergeant insignia in American police and military rank systems. A sergeant is the first-line supervisor above the officer level, leading a team of officers on a shift or in a unit.
Why choose grey stripes on a black field?
Grey on black creates a subdued rank insignia that suits black jackets, sweaters, and outerwear, where bright white or gold would stand out more than needed. It keeps the rank readable without drawing the eye.
How is a sergeant chevron different from the FTO chevron?
The FTO chevron uses one chevron over a curved rocker with FTO lettering to mark a field training assignment. The sergeant chevron uses three plain stripes with no lettering, because it marks a supervisory rank rather than an assignment.
Can this chevron be made in other colors or sizes?
Yes. The same three-stripe cut can be made with gold, white, or navy stripes, on a field matched to any uniform color, and sized for a shirt sleeve or a jacket. Every order includes a free proof before production.
Can anyone order this sergeant chevron?
Yes, as shown, since the chevron carries only rank stripes and no department name. A version that adds a real department name, such as the Chicago Police Department, is sold only to that department or its authorized buyers, with proof of occupation or an authorized purchasing letter.
