Gold Outlined DC Metropolitan Police Patrol Officer First Class Chevron
Royal blue embroidered patrol officer first class chevron patch with a royal blue merrow border, featuring a single royal blue chevron stripe outlined in gold, cut to a pointed inverted-V shape, for the Metropolitan Police Department in Washington, DC.
Low MOQ
Low Minimum Order
Artwork
Artwork Design Team
Company
USA Since 1999
Factory
Direct
Description
This embroidered chevron carries the single stripe of a patrol officer first class, or PFC, in the Metropolitan Police Department of the District of Columbia, worked in royal blue with bright gold outlines.
Stripe: One royal blue stripe runs beneath the pointed peak, following the full angle of the chevron from edge to edge.
Gold Outlines: A gold line traces both edges of the stripe, separating it from the royal blue field and giving the single band a sharp, formal finish.
Shape & Base: The patch is cut to the outline of the stripe, with a pointed top and a notched base, and finished with a royal blue merrow edge.
Embroidery Quality: Full-coverage embroidery on polyester twill keeps the gold outlines bright and even and gives the royal blue stripe a dense, smooth fill. Order it as shown for the Metropolitan Police Department, or change the stripe count and outline color for a rank in your own department.
For multi-stripe designs in royal blue, see the Houston Police senior police officer chevron patch and the Houston Police sergeant chevron.
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 DC Metropolitan Police PFC chevron?
It is a royal blue chevron patch with a royal blue merrow border and a single royal blue stripe outlined in gold. The patch is cut to the shape of the stripe, with a pointed top and a notched base, and carries no lettering.
What does PFC mean in the DC Metropolitan Police Department?
In the Metropolitan Police Department, PFC stands for patrol officer first class. It is a sworn officer rank placed above police officer and below master patrol officer.
Why does this chevron have only one stripe?
In most rank systems, a single stripe marks the first step above the base rank, with more stripes added for higher grades. One stripe keeps the insignia simple while still setting the officer apart.
Why use gold outlines on royal blue?
Gold against royal blue is a classic high-contrast pairing. The thin gold lines define the stripe without adding a second fill color, so the single band reads clearly on the sleeve.
Can this chevron be made with more stripes or different colors?
Yes. We can add a second or third stripe, include a rocker, switch the gold outline to white or silver, or match the field to a navy uniform, with a free proof before production.
Do I need credentials to order this DC police chevron?
Not for the design as shown, which carries only a rank stripe and no department name. Any version that adds a real department name, such as the Metropolitan Police Department, is sold only to that department or its authorized buyers, with proof of occupation or an authorized purchasing letter.
