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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I order a custom metal badge like the Huntsville Police design?

Yes. Owl Badges produces die-struck metal badges for police departments nationwide. This laurel wreath shield style can be ordered as shown, or the seal, banner text, and date panel can be replaced with your own department details. There is no setup fee and no mold fee.

Can you reproduce a state seal like the Alabama Great Seal on this badge?

Yes. The medallion here carries the Alabama Great Seal as a full-color enameled state map with the surrounding abbreviations struck into the ring. We can reproduce a state, county, or municipal seal the same way from artwork you supply. Agencies are responsible for confirming they are authorized to use a given state seal on their badges.

Can you strike a laurel wreath frame and eagle crest like this?

Yes. The wreath arms, the eagle, and the scroll banners are all part of the die rather than separate attachments. Any of them can be adjusted, swapped, or removed for your design, and the wreath depth can be cut deeper or shallower depending on how much shadow you want across the frame.

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 deep laurel wreath, three enamel banners, and a full-color seal 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 wreath detail and the number of enamel zones on a badge like this place it at the detailed end of the range. Final pricing is confirmed with a free quote.

Do I need credentials to order a badge with the Huntsville Police name on it?

Yes. Metal badges bearing a real agency name — including the Huntsville Police Department — 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 seal and department name to your own, no credentials are needed.