Can you make a naval shield badge for a unit not shown in your catalogue

Yes. Every badge here was made to a customer's artwork. Send your unit name and insignia and we will draw a proof for your approval.

What artwork do you need from me

AI PDF JPEG or CDR files. Vector artwork gives the sharpest result, but we can redraw from a clear image if that is all you have.

How long does production take

Lead time depends on quantity and finish, so we confirm it with your quotation. Once the order is finished, express delivery worldwide by DHL FedEx or UPS takes about 2 to 4 days.

What is your minimum order quantity

It varies with size and finish. Send your quantity and design and the sales team will confirm the minimum and the unit price together.

Can I see the design before you make it

Yes. Nothing is struck until you approve the digital proof, and we can revise the proof as many times as needed.

PayPal or bank transfer. Some customers pay in full, others pay a 50 percent deposit with the balance before shipment.

Can I choose the attachment type

Yes. You can select standard pin back or military-style safety clasp during the order process.

Custom naval shield badge with blue and white enamel on a polished gold finish, die struck with unit insignia

Side view of a custom naval shield badge showing the soft enamel fill and pin back attachment

Reverse side of a custom naval shield badge with blank space for engraving

Close-up of a custom naval shield badge with epoxy dome finish and safety clasp

Custom Lapel Pins

Custom make Naval shield badges

Name: Custom make Naval shield badges
Brand: SD Lapel Pins

Custom die struck naval shield badges made to your artwork, featuring soft enamel fill and a choice of polished gold silver or antique plating. The design shown was produced for a naval unit with a blue and white colour scheme and a polished gold finish, using the same tooling process for any shield shape or unit insignia you provide. You approve a digital proof before production begins, ensuring the final badge matches your intended design.

MadeTo your artwork, proof approved first

Artwork filesAI PDF JPEG or CDR

Reply timeWithin 8 hours

Express transitAbout 2-4 days worldwide

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Detail

What You Get and Who Orders It

Key Benefits

Unit insignia and name are die struck into the metal rather than applied as a label
Soft enamel fill is hand applied and baked to resist chipping and fading
Plating finish is consistent across all badges in the order, even when produced in batches
One digital proof covers all badge variants so gold silver and bronze versions stay visually aligned
Made in-house from your artwork, so revisions are handled directly by the team striking the die

Where It Is Used

Naval unit recognition badges for active duty or reserve personnel
Training program completion badges for naval academies or boot camps
Unit anniversary or heritage commemorations with historical insignia
Military recruitment events using branded shield badges as promotional items
Commemorative gifts for retired naval officers or veterans' associations

Who It Is For

Naval command teams ordering badges for a full unit or training cohort
Military recruiters producing branded badges for outreach events
Veterans' groups creating commemorative items for reunions or memorials
Promotional product distributors supplying custom badges to defence contractors
Naval history societies producing replicas of historical unit insignia

Problems It Solves

Stock badges carry generic designs and cannot display your unit's specific name or insignia
Printed or adhesive badges peel or degrade under frequent wear and handling
Colour shifts between reorders when different batches use varying enamel mixes
Badges that look assembled from parts due to mismatched plating or attachment types
Late design changes that a supplier without in-house tooling cannot accommodate quickly

Technical Features

Die struck relief ensures sharp lines and lettering even at small sizes
Soft enamel fill leaves the metal edges proud of the colour for a tactile, durable finish
Choice of polished gold silver or antique plating on the same die for multiple variants
Attachment options include standard pin back or military-style safety clasp
Optional epoxy dome over the face for added scratch resistance and depth

Materials

Zinc alloy or brass body depending on relief depth
Baked soft enamel colour
Electroplated gold silver bronze or antique finish
Standard pin back or military-style safety clasp

Quality Control

First struck sample checked against the approved proof before the run continues
Plating colour compared against the retained reference piece from your previous order
Enamel checked for pinholes overfill and colour match under daylight lamps
Each badge bagged individually to prevent face scratches during transit
Count verified against the packing list before the carton is sealed

Customisation Options

Any shield shape or naval insignia outline can be die struck
Unit name branch and insignia struck into the face
Gold silver and bronze variants produced from one die
Attachment type selected per order (pin back or safety clasp)
Reverse side left blank or fitted for engraving
Epoxy dome glitter enamel or antique wash finishes available

Use Guide

Send vector artwork where possible so small lettering stays sharp when struck
Keep text above roughly two millimetres tall or it may fill in during enamelling
Decide on gold silver and bronze splits before proofing so one die covers all variants
Order a few spares per batch to cover damaged pieces or unexpected demand
Store badges in their bags until distribution to avoid fingerprints on plating

Specifications

Product Type	Custom naval shield badge
Forming Method	Die struck from your artwork
Colour Fill	Soft enamel
Finish Shown	Polished gold
Attachment	Standard pin back or safety clasp option
Artwork Files	AI PDF JPEG or CDR
Proof	Digital proof approved before production
Diameter and Thickness	TBC with sales team
Minimum Order Quantity	TBC with sales team

Compared With the Alternatives

Stock badge with printed overlay	Die struck artwork will not peel but requires tooling so it is only cost-effective above a modest quantity
Hard enamel badge	Hard enamel polishes flat and feels more premium but adds polishing time and cost
Printed plastic badge	Metal badges carry more perceived authority and durability while plastic is cheaper and faster to produce

Manufacturing