Based in Simi Valley, California · Since 1999

Custom Patches Order in Bulk Online

Owl Badges has built custom patches for departments, agencies, units, and organizations since 1999. Embroidered, woven, and PVC rubber patches with five backing options, priced from $1.40 to $15.00 per piece, with a 10-piece minimum and no setup fees. Design live in your browser with the Owl Badges TruePatch Designer™, order online for single pieces or bulk runs, or request a department quote for purchase-order work. Production runs 3 to 8 weeks from approved artwork.

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Custom police patch designed with the owl badges truepatch designer

15,000+ Monthly designer users

1,000,000+ Patches delivered

5,000+ Agencies served

5,000+ Stock patch styles

Since 1999 U.S. manufacturer

How it works

Ordering a custom patch is straightforward

Browse styles

Start in the design gallery to see embroidered, woven, PVC rubber, and flag patches built for departments, units, and organizations like yours.

Pick your patch type

Choose construction (embroidered, woven, or PVC rubber), shape, size, and backing. Our team confirms what fits your use case.

Design online

Build your patch live in your browser with unlimited color variations and real-time preview. No signup, no design fees.

Try the TruePatch Designer

Approve your proof

Our design team sends a digital proof, makes free revisions, and locks the artwork before anything goes to production.

Order single or bulk

Order one piece or thousands. Departments and agencies can submit purchase orders and request volume pricing.

Receive your patches

Production runs 3 to 8 weeks from approved artwork. Rush production is available on most orders.

What you don’t pay for — on every custom patch order

No setup fees

No charge to start a design. Iterate, save, and refine in the TruePatch Designer™ without per-design or per-session fees.

No digitization fees

Industry standard: $80–$300 per design for embroidery digitization. Included at $0 on every embroidered patch order.

No mold fees

Industry standard: $150–$500 per mold for custom PVC rubber. Eliminated on every PVC patch order, regardless of design complexity.

No design fees

Free in-house design team. Free production-art proof. No charge for revisions before approval.

Low 10-piece minimum

All patch orders — stock shapes and custom shapes alike — start at 10 patches. No premium for custom shapes.

No dealer markup

Direct from the U.S. manufacturer since 1999. The price shown in the TruePatch Designer™ is the price paid at checkout. Volume discounts apply automatically.

Patches from $1.40 to $15.00 per piece — volume pricing applies as quantities increase.

Three patch constructions — embroidered, woven, and PVC rubber

Three construction types cover every patch use case — from heavy-duty embroidered department patches to fine-detail woven name tapes to weatherproof PVC rubber morale patches.

Embroidered patches

Stitched on twill backing with merrowed or laser-cut edges. The traditional choice for police, fire, military, and scout patches where heritage and durability matter most.

Woven patches

Thinner profile with finer detail than embroidery. Best for name tapes, small text, intricate logos, and patches where flat detail beats raised thread.

PVC rubber patches

Soft-flex 3D molded patches that hold up to weather, mud, and washing. Standard for tactical, EMS, K9, and morale patches that live outdoors.

Five backing options on every patch

Plastic (stiffener)
Iron-on heat seal
Velcro hook
Adhesive (sticky)
Sew-on (no backing)

OUR ONLINE DESIGN TOOL

Design your custom patch with the Owl Badges TruePatch Designer™

The Owl Badges TruePatch Designer™ is the in-browser custom patch designer from Owl Badges. Departments, units, and organizations design their patches — shape, material, backing, colors, and artwork — in real time, see live volume pricing, and order directly from the US manufacturer. No software install, no account required to start, no dealer markup.

In-browser Real-time pricing No account required Upload your artwork Department orders

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Need a custom patch? Request a quote.

Some projects need a patch the TruePatch Designer™ doesn’t cover — a fully custom shape outside the standard catalog, a multi-layer department seal, a hybrid embroidered-and-PVC build, photographic memorial elements, or a one-of-a-kind unit design. For these, the Owl Badges in-house design team builds your patch from scratch. There’s no design fee, no setup fee, and no commitment to order.

Fully custom shapes outside the standard catalog
Complex multi-layer seals with raised 3D elements
Hybrid finishes — embroidered + PVC, woven + 3D
Memorial patches with photographic elements
One-of-a-kind unit dies for unique shapes
Specialty K9, SWAT, tactical & departmental insignia

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Custom quotes typically returned within 4 business hours, Mon–Fri 9 AM–4 PM PST.

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Volume pricing · applied live 30–85% OFF

10–49

$15 ea

50–99

30% off

100–249

50% off

250–499

65% off

500+

75–85% off

DEPARTMENT PROCUREMENT

Group orders. Live pricing. One session.

Multi-rank and multi-unit orders in one session. Build patrol, K9, SWAT, traffic, and admin patch variants together. Each variant inherits the base design and accepts unit-specific overrides.
Volume tier applies across the full order. Pricing tier calculated on total quantity, not per design. Order 50 patrol + 50 K9 + 50 SWAT patches and you hit the 100+ tier.
Department POs and NET-30. Verified agencies set up with PO accounts and NET-30 terms by the Owl Badges procurement team.
Account-saved designs. Designs persist for replacement patches, new hires, and template reuse across orders.
Production timeline. 3–4 weeks for embroidered, 3–5 weeks for woven, 4–8 weeks for PVC rubber. Rush handling available for memorial and ceremonial orders.

PRICING TRANSPARENCY

Why custom patches cost less from Owl Badges

The custom patch industry charges setup fees, digitization fees, and mold charges before the per-patch unit price even applies. Owl Badges is a U.S. manufacturer that sells direct — every fee below is $0 on every order.

Setup fee

$80 – $300 per design

Embroidery digitization

$80 – $300 per design

PVC rubber mold

$150 – $500 per mold

Design fee

$50 – $200 per revision

Dealer markup

20% – 40% added on top

$0 — direct from manufacturer

Pay only the per-patch unit price. Volume discounts applied automatically.

Custom patch categories

Every patch we make goes to a specific buyer — a department, unit, organization, or program. Here are the audiences that work with us most.

Police departments

Shoulder, name tape, K9, SWAT, and unit patches for municipal, state, and federal agencies.

Sheriff offices

County sheriff shoulder patches, deputy insignia, and specialized unit patches with state-seal artwork.

Fire departments

Department patches, engine company patches, rescue and HazMat unit patches, and Maltese cross designs.

Military & veterans

Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard, and Space Force unit patches. VFW, American Legion, and AMVETS chapter patches.

EMS & rescue

EMT and paramedic patches, ambulance service patches, MedEvac and air rescue unit insignia.

Security officers

Private security, allied security, and contract security patches for guards, supervisors, and patrol officers.

Scouts

BSA troop and rank patches, Girl Scout custom event and council patches, summer-camp and jamboree patches.

Motorcycle clubs

Three-piece back patches, chapter rockers, and member patches for riding clubs and veteran riding groups.

Corporate uniforms

Logo patches and name patches for branded workwear, service uniforms, and field staff apparel.

Schools & sports

Letterman patches, team patches, school spirit patches, and award and achievement patches.

Volunteer & civic

CERT, Search and Rescue, fire auxiliary, chaplain corps, and civil-air patrol patches.

Tactical & cosplay

Morale patches, hook-and-loop tactical patches, and detailed cosplay and collector patches.

Frequently asked questions

What is TruePatch Designer?

TruePatch Designer is the online custom patch designer tool from Owl Badges, a U.S. manufacturer of custom patches and badges in business since 1999. The tool lets police departments, sheriff offices, fire and EMS agencies, security companies, military units, scout troops, motorcycle clubs, corporate uniform programs, sports teams, and volunteer organizations design, customize, and order embroidered, woven, or PVC rubber patches online in a single browser session — including custom emblems, multi-unit orders, sequential numbering, and department purchase orders with NET-30 terms.

How does TruePatch Designer work?

TruePatch Designer runs in any modern web browser with no software install and no account required to begin. You choose a patch material (embroidered, woven, or PVC rubber), select a shape and size, add your department or organization name and rank or unit, enter custom text, upload or design a central emblem, and apply thread or PVC colors. The tool renders your patch in real time and shows live volume pricing as you make each choice. When you are satisfied, you check out directly — credit card, ACH, or department PO — and Owl Badges produces a production art proof for your approval before manufacturing begins.

What patch materials does Owl Badges produce?

Three patch construction types are supported. Embroidered patches use traditional thread-on-twill construction with merrowed or hot-cut borders — the classic uniform patch look, best for shoulder, chest, and unit patches. Woven patches use high-detail flat-thread construction that renders fine artwork, small text, and intricate gradients better than embroidery — best for corporate logos, name tapes, and military insignia with complex detail. PVC rubber patches use 3D-molded soft rubber with Pantone-matched colors — weatherproof, tactical-grade, and durable for K9 units, SWAT, EMS, morale patches, and outdoor wear.

How long does custom patch production take?

Standard production timelines depend on construction type. Embroidered patches: 3–4 weeks from approved proof to delivery. Woven patches: 3–5 weeks. PVC rubber patches: 4–8 weeks. Rush production is available on most orders for an additional fee — we have turned around department patch orders in as little as 2 weeks for time-sensitive memorial and ceremonial orders. Ask our team when you request a quote to confirm rush availability for your specific project.

How much do custom patches cost?

Custom patches at Owl Badges range from $1.40 to $15.00 per piece. The exact per-piece price depends on patch size, construction type (embroidered, woven, or PVC rubber), thread or color count, backing choice, and order quantity. Volume pricing applies automatically: 10–49 patches at base price ($15 ea), 50–99 at approximately 30% off, 100–249 at approximately 50% off, 250–499 at approximately 65% off, and 500+ at 75–85% off (lowest tier reaches $1.40 per patch at 1,000+ units). There are no setup fees, no digitization fees, no mold fees, and no dealer markup — the price shown in the TruePatch Designer is the price paid at checkout.

What is the minimum order quantity?

The minimum is 10 pieces. The 10-piece floor applies to both stock shapes and fully custom-shaped patches across all three construction types (embroidered, woven, PVC rubber). For larger orders, volume pricing kicks in automatically — bigger runs mean lower per-piece cost.

What backings are available on custom patches?

Every patch comes with your choice of five backing options: plastic stiffener (the standard for uniform patches), iron-on heat seal (heat-applied to uniforms), hook-side velcro (for hook-and-loop tactical use), adhesive (sticky) for one-time application, and sew-on with no backing. The right backing depends on whether the patch is permanent or interchangeable, and what fabric it attaches to.

What file formats does Owl Badges accept for patch artwork?

Vector formats give the cleanest result on the finished patch: AI, EPS, PDF, and SVG. High-resolution raster files (PSD, PNG, JPG) are accepted too. If all you have is a sketch on a napkin or a photo of an existing patch on a uniform, send that — the Owl Badges design team will redraw it for free. There is no upload fee, no digitization fee, and no setup fee for uploading and using your own artwork. The TruePatch Designer also lets you build a patch from scratch in your browser without uploading anything.

Does Owl Badges accept department purchase orders?

Yes. Owl Badges accepts purchase orders from police departments, sheriff offices, fire departments, federal agencies, schools, and approved corporate buyers. Verified agencies can be set up with NET-30 payment terms by the Owl Badges procurement team. Submit your specifications through the TruePatch Designer or the quote form, send a PO, and we will invoice on net terms. Government and law enforcement agencies can also pay by department procurement card.

Can a department order multiple patch variants in one order?

Yes. The TruePatch Designer supports bulk orders with multiple variants in a single session — for example, a police department ordering patrol, K9, SWAT, traffic, and admin patches together, or a fire department ordering engine, rescue, HazMat, and chaplain variants. Volume pricing applies across the total quantity, not per variant — 50 patrol + 50 K9 + 50 SWAT patches hits the 100–249 tier together at 50% off. Each variant inherits the base design and accepts unit-specific overrides for unit name, rank, or insignia.

Can I upload my department logo or unit emblem to use on a custom patch?

Yes. TruePatch Designer accepts uploaded department logos, city seals, county seals, unit emblems, club emblems, corporate logos, scout troop crests, and any other graphic file you want to use as the patch’s central emblem. Higher-resolution files produce sharper detail on the finished patch — vector files (SVG, AI, EPS, PDF) are preferred. There is no upload fee, no digitization fee, and no setup fee for uploading and using your own emblem on a standard patch shape. Uploaded emblems save to your account for unlimited reuse on additional patches, badges, or accessories.

What happens after I submit my custom patch design?

After you submit your design through the TruePatch Designer, an Owl Badges production artist prepares a high-resolution production art proof showing the exact patch as it will be manufactured — the central emblem, all thread or PVC colors, text, border style, and backing. You review the proof and either approve it or request changes. There is no limit on revision rounds, and no fee for changes at this stage. Once you approve the proof, your patches enter production: 3–4 weeks for embroidered, 3–5 weeks for woven, or 4–8 weeks for PVC rubber.