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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I order a custom metal badge like the Bartow County Sheriff design?

Yes. Owl Badges produces die-struck metal badges for sheriff’s offices nationwide. This star-in-circle style can be ordered as shown, or the center emblem, the ring lettering, and the county band can be changed to your own agency. There is no setup fee and no mold fee.

Can you make a badge with no color enamel like this one?

Yes. This badge uses black enamel only to fill the lettering, with no color fields anywhere. The arch emblem, the wheat-sheaf side panels, and the beading all read through relief depth alone. A single-tone badge like this is a clean traditional option, and we can strike it in gold, silver, or an antique finish.

Can you put an association or organization emblem at the center instead of a state seal?

Yes. The medallion here carries an association emblem rather than a state seal, struck as raised gold with the organization name around its ring. We can build an association, academy, or department emblem the same way from artwork you supply. Agencies are responsible for confirming they are authorized to use a given organization’s mark.

How long does production take for a badge like this?

Custom metal badges take approximately 8 to 14 weeks after proof approval, covering tooling, striking, plating, and finishing. A badge with a lettered outer ring, engraved side panels, and a relief emblem sits toward the longer end of that window. Your design is confirmed on a free proof before any tooling is cut.

How much does a custom metal badge like this cost?

Estimated pricing runs from about $150 each at single quantities down to roughly $50 each at higher volumes, with no setup fee and no mold fee. The star-in-circle construction and the relief detail place a badge like this at the detailed end of the range, even without color enamel. Final pricing is confirmed with a free quote.

Do I need credentials to order a badge with the Bartow County Sheriff name on it?

Yes. Metal badges bearing a real agency name — including the Bartow County Sheriff’s Office — are sold only to that agency or its authorized representatives, and require proof of occupation, valid credentials, or an authorized purchasing letter. If you change the emblem and county name to your own, no credentials are needed.