LAPD Sergeant I Rank Insignia Patch with Three Silver Chevrons
Black embroidered LAPD Sergeant I rank insignia patch featuring three downward-pointing silver chevrons with a fine white outline, a sew-on uniform sergeant chevron for the Los Angeles Police Department.
Low MOQ
Low Minimum Order
Artwork
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USA Since 1999
Factory
Direct
Description
This embroidered patch is the Los Angeles Police Department Sergeant I rank insignia, a sew-on uniform chevron worn to denote the rank of Sergeant. It is worked on a black twill field with a black merrowed border, carrying three downward-pointing silver chevrons.
Insignia: Three nested chevrons point downward toward the base of the patch, stitched in silver-grey with a fine white outline. The three-stripe count is the defining mark of the sergeant grade – one more chevron than the two-stripe Police Officer III insignia – and it is what visually separates a sergeant from the officer ranks below.
Color & Contrast: The silver thread reads clearly against the solid black twill, and the thin white keyline tracing each chevron sharpens the edges so all three stripes stay legible at uniform-sleeve distance.
Shape & Base: The patch follows the chevron outline – wide across the top and tapering to a point at the bottom – on a black twill ground finished with a black merrowed border that disappears into the field for a clean, uniform-ready edge.
Embroidery Quality: Full-coverage stitching with high stitch density gives the three chevrons crisp, even edges and a durable surface, while the merrowed border keeps the patch from fraying through daily uniform wear and laundering.
This insignia is one of a set of Los Angeles Police Department rank patches. See how the stripe count changes across grades against the two-chevron LAPD Police Officer III rank insignia and the chevron-and-star Police Officer III+1 insignia, or view the full police rank insignia comparison.
Specifications
| Product Type | Embroidered Patch |
| Style | Rank Insignia Chevron |
| Material | Polyester Twill Fabric with Poly/Rayon Threads |
| Stitch | Full Coverage Detail 100% Stitch Threading Embroidery |
| Size | 2" - 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 does the LAPD Sergeant I rank insignia signify?
The three downward-pointing chevrons identify the rank of Sergeant in the Los Angeles Police Department. Three stripes is the standard sergeant mark, set one chevron above the two-stripe Police Officer III grade. The insignia is worn on the uniform sleeve, and Owl Badges reproduces it as an embroidered sew-on patch.
How is the Sergeant I patch different from the Police Officer chevrons?
It comes down to stripe count. The Police Officer III insignia carries two chevrons; the Sergeant I insignia adds a third chevron for three stripes total. Same silver-on-black look and chevron shape, but the extra stripe marks the step up to sergeant.
Can I order the Sergeant chevrons as a matched pair for both sleeves?
Yes. Sergeant chevrons are worn on both sleeves and are commonly ordered in pairs. There is no setup fee and low minimum-quantity pricing, so ordering matched sets for a newly promoted sergeant or for a whole shift is straightforward - request a quote with your quantity.
Can you change the silver chevrons or the black background color?
Yes. The silver-on-black shown here is the standard look, but the three chevrons and the twill field can both be recolored - for example gold chevrons, a navy ground, or subdued tones for a low-visibility uniform. A free proof is provided before production so you can confirm the look.
How long does production take for the Sergeant I rank patch?
Custom embroidered rank insignia take approximately 3 to 6 weeks for production and finishing after your proof is approved. Sergeant chevrons are often ordered in volume around promotion cycles, and your design and sizing are confirmed on a free proof before any production begins.
Do I need credentials to order an LAPD Sergeant I rank insignia?
Yes. Insignia tied to a real department such as the Los Angeles Police Department are sold only to that agency or its authorized representatives. Law enforcement and public-safety buyers provide proof of occupation, valid credentials, or an authorized purchasing letter before production begins. Generic or fictional rank designs, and insignia for your own department, are welcome without that step.
