Custom Detective Badges
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When you earn the detective shield, your badge should carry the weight of the rank. Owl Badges makes custom metal detective badges built for plainclothes carry, personalized with your name, rank, and division, and finished in gold, silver, or two-tone. Single-badge orders welcome, from $45 to $150 per badge, produced in 8 to 14 weeks. Order yours below.
HOW IT WORKS
Creating a custom detective badge is easy with Owl Badges
Design your detective shield online, personalize it with your rank, name, and division, and order a single badge or your whole division. No design fees, no minimum order.
Discover professional detective badge styles
Browse our collection of detective badge designs — shield, star, oval, and eagle-top shapes in gold, silver, and two-tone finishes. Pick the style that fits your division and rank.
Customize your detective badge in real time
Add your detective rank, name, badge number, and division in the Owl Badges TrueBadge Designer and watch every change appear live before you order. Unlimited variations, no design fees.
Order instantly or request a quote
Order a single detective badge online, or request a quote for your whole division. Your mold stays on file for fast, free reorders.
What You Get With Every Detective Badge
Department-grade detective shields, built to order and made in the USA since 1999.
Design your custom detective badge with the Owl Badges TrueBadge Designer™
The Owl Badges TrueBadge Designer™ is the in-browser custom detective badge designer from Owl Badges. Officers, departments, and law enforcement agencies design their detective badge — shape, finish, seal, rank, and badge number — in real time, see live volume pricing, and order directly from the manufacturer. No software install, no account required to start, no dealer markup.
Need a custom detective badge? Request a quote.
Some agencies need a detective badge the TrueBadge Designer™ doesn't cover — a custom shape outside the standard catalog, a complex multi-layer department seal, hybrid metal-and-enamel finishes, inlaid stones, photographic memorial elements, or a one-of-a-kind department die. For these, the Owl Badges in-house design team builds your detective badge from scratch. There is no design fee, no mold setup fee, and no commitment to order.
- Fully custom shapes outside the standard catalog
- Complex multi-layer seals with raised 3D elements
- Hybrid finishes — antique, two-tone, enamel
- Inlaid stones & memorial badges with photographic elements
- One-of-a-kind department dies for unique shapes
Custom quotes typically returned within 4 business hours, Mon–Fri 9 AM–4 PM PST.
How to design your detective badge
Building your detective badge in the Owl Badges TrueBadge Designer takes three steps — choose your layout, add your rank and seal, then review and order. Here is exactly what you choose at each step.
Choose your style and panels
Start by picking your badge shape — shield, star, oval, or eagle-top — and the number of text panels. Detective badges usually carry a top panel for your department name, a center area for the department seal, and a lower panel for your rank and badge number. More panels give you room to add your division — Homicide, Robbery, Narcotics, or your own.
Add your rank, division, and seal
Fill each panel with your details: department name, detective rank, badge number, and division. Then set your seal — upload your department seal, choose your state seal, or add a custom emblem. Pick your finish: gold, silver, or two-tone to match your department standard. Every change previews on screen in real time.
Review in your cart and order
Add your finished design to the cart, where you can review every panel, swap a finish, edit your text, or duplicate the design to outfit your whole division. Confirm your quantities and total — volume pricing applies automatically — then check out. Your mold is kept on file at no charge, so reorders and replacements are fast.
Shop Detective Badge Styles
Browse our most-ordered detective badge styles. Personalize with your rank, name, badge number, and division — from $45 per badge in bulk.
Detective Shield · Gold (C10)From $45 in bulkCustomize →
Detective Shield · Gold (C15)From $45 in bulkCustomize →
Detective Shield · Gold (C11)From $45 in bulkCustomize →
Eagle-Top Shield · GoldFrom $45 in bulkCustomize →
Eagle-Top Shield · SilverFrom $45 in bulkCustomize →
Shield · SilverFrom $45 in bulkCustomize →
Oval Shield · GoldFrom $45 in bulkCustomize →
6-Point Star · GoldFrom $45 in bulkCustomize →Custom Detective Badge Pricing
Price per badge drops as your order quantity rises. No minimum order — single badges welcome. No setup fees, no mold fees.
| Quantity | Price per badge |
|---|---|
| 1–2 badges | $150 |
| 3–9 badges | $90 |
| 10–15 badges | $80 |
| 16–24 badges | $75 |
| 25–49 badges | $65 |
| 50–499 badges | $55 |
| 500+ badges | $45 |
Per-badge pricing varies with size, metal, plating, and customization. Volume discounts apply automatically at checkout. Pricing reviewed June 2026.
How many detective badges should you order?
Because production runs 8–14 weeks and we keep your die on file free, the best value is to order to your next price break rather than exactly to headcount — it covers turnover, new hires, and replacements without a rush reorder. Here is what we recommend by division size:
| Division size | We recommend ordering | Why |
|---|---|---|
| 1–4 detectives | Headcount + 2 spares | Covers a lost or damaged badge without a reorder. |
| 5–10 detectives | ~20 badges | Reaches the 16–24 break at $75/badge and covers turnover over the badge’s service life — the best value for most divisions. |
| 11–25 detectives | 25–30 badges | Hits the 25–49 tier at $65/badge with room for growth and replacements. |
| 26–50 detectives | 50+ badges | Reaches the 50–499 tier at $55/badge — the largest per-badge drop. |
| 50+ / multi-unit | 100+ badges | Deep volume pricing toward the $45 floor, with one consistent die across every unit. |
Detective Badges at a Glance
What we recommend for detective badges
Because detectives work in plainclothes, we recommend a die-struck solid brass badge in a gold finish, built for wallet or credential-case carry — a flat profile that sits cleanly opposite a photo ID rather than pinned to a uniform. A shield or eagle-top shape with your agency name, rank, badge number, and department seal reads as clear investigative authority. These are starting recommendations — every finish, shape, and carry format is fully customizable in the TrueBadge Designer.
Custom Detective Badges, Order for Your Division
Owl Badges makes custom detective badges for sworn detectives, from $45 to $150 with an 8–14 week build. Ordering for a whole department rather than yourself? The department hub covers agency-wide programs; individual patrol officers order their own shields; and K9 handlers order unit-specific badges. Compare options for agency-wide police department badges for full-department programs, individual sworn officer badges for the patrol-officer rank, and K9 unit handler badges for K9 handler assignments. Order your detective badge online, with your mold kept on file for fast reorders.
Shop Detective Badges by Category
Find the right detective badge for your rank, division, and department standard.
Detective Shield Badges
Classic shield-shape detective badges in gold, silver, or two-tone.
Detective Star Badges
Star-shape badges for departments that issue the star to detectives.
Oval Detective Badges
Clean oval detective badges sized for credential-case carry.
Eagle-Top Detective Badges
Eagle-top detective shields for a traditional command look.
Division-Specific Badges
Badges engraved for Homicide, Robbery, Narcotics, and other units.
Retirement & Commemorative
Commemorative detective badges to mark a promotion or retirement.
Unlimited Customization Options
Every detective badge can be fully personalized in the Owl Badges TrueBadge Designer — our live, in-browser badge design tool. Set your rank, division, and badge number, choose your shape and finish, and see every change in real time before you order. No design fees, unlimited variations.
- Your detective rank and name
- Division (Homicide, Robbery, Narcotics, and more)
- Custom badge numbers
- Department seal or custom emblem
- Choice of metal finishes (gold, silver, two-tone)
Detective Badges for Every Sector
We make custom detective badges for sworn detectives across every level of law enforcement, built to your department standard.
Whatever unit you serve, your detective badge is built to order, personalized to your rank and division, and made in the USA.
Start Your OrderHOW TO
How do I order a custom detective badge with Owl Badges?
Ordering your detective badge takes four steps — browse the styles, pick your shape and finish, personalize it, and order online or request a quote for your team.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Ready to Order Your Detective Badge?
Browse detective badge styles, personalize yours in the TrueBadge Designer, and order online — single badges welcome, no setup fees.
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