DESIGNING CUSTOM Challenge Coins IS A PASSION FOR US AT PITCH AND RUDDER!!

Here at Pitch and Rudder, we pride ourselves on providing a high quality product at a solid price. We are known for our Custom Challenge Coins, but we also make an impressive Custom Military Belt Buckles. We have produced many custom command Navy Challenge coins, Army, Marine, Air Force, Civilian, and over 60 U.S. Navy Custom Rate buckles. Our custom belt buckles range in sizes from 2.5 inches in length to our standard size which is 3.25 inches in length. Making Custom Challenge Coins has never been easier and one of our customer service team members will walk you through the process. If you have a design in mind, but aren’t yet sure of how to move forward check out our guides here on how to design custom buckles and challenge coins

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STEPS IN DESIGNING A CUSTOM Challenge Coin

1

send us the concept in images or text (or both)

Concept art; we will work hand in hand with you to develop what you are looking for in your command coin. Developing the plating requirements images, functionality, and 3D detail, once we get this section completed we will push to the CNC image so that you can get a feel of what the final coin will look like prior to the Sample being struck.

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we (pnr) will send a initial design concept

Once the concept and CNC is approved we will complete the sample product, this normally takes 10-14 days. During this time, we make samples with various plating requirements to give you options in the production phase.

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3

Production of Custom Challenge Coins

Once sample has been approved we will push the coins into production. If your order requires a sample challenge coin to be sent to you it will be completed before mass production starts. 

Production typically takes between 14-21 days.  If the order is large or complex the times may be longer.  

If you need it rushed please let us know. 

4

Delivery

Once production is completed we have the factory send it to our warehouse for quality control checks.  Any defective items are sent back to the factory for replacement.    Typically within 24 hours of receipt to the warehouse they will be shipped to you.

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CUSTOM Challenge Coins ORDERS

We have made it easier than ever to design your own challenge coin, click on the tab to #gocustom, and let’s get started making something amazing, if something Semi-custom is more your style take a shop around our marketplace for and all the goodness that it holds if your interested in purchasing a Navy challenge coin please visit our store or scroll below.

Now there are a few very important aspects of your Custom Challenge Coin that you have to consider when you #GOCUSTOM.

What type of metal enamel paint are you going to use as a base? It’s important because we have several to choose from and what you use can tint the color of the paint applied. So outside of the design, the metal plating is the second most important element of your Custom Challenge Coins. Check out our Plating chart and let our Artisans help you fit the metal to the design.

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frequently asked question

Cost depends on how many Challenge Coins you are ordering, complexity of the design requirements , number of plating options, size, and colors.  

We can help keep your project in your budget by adjusting any number of options.  We will help you every step of the way.  You will find we are competitively priced.  

We do not have a Minimum. Just note that the cost per unit goes up with lower volumes.

We offer laser engraving, serialization, and UV printing options that we can customize your  around your base design. 

While we can make pretty much any size coin the most common sizes requested are between 1.75in and 2.5in. 

We include a lot of things that other companies charge for. 

All our buckles are made with the Highest quality materials and processes in mind.  We don’t cut corners to make an extra buck. 

You will find out why our buckles have a longer shelf life than our competitors because we invested in our web back design.  No glued on Web backs.   

We work with you the whole way to make a buckle you will love and get asked about.

Our turnaround time Varies depending on the time of the year. 

Typically from the time that artwork is approved and the payment is made,

On average it takes anywhere between 4-10 weeks to complete.  The time can be quicker but it depends on factory workload, size of order, complexity of the design, and Shipping.  

There are many factors that are beyond our control but we to say it is better to plan ahead than wait until the last minute to make a custom challenge coin order. 

However, if you need a rush deadline please let us know right away before your order so we can make sure we can finish beforehand. 

No we have designers that can make your idea come to life.  Depending on the design there may or may not be a design deposit required.

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Making custom quality challenge coins and Military belt buckles are one of our specialties. If you’re interested in getting a designing a custom buckle or Quality Challenge coin for your Division, Command, or Mess we’ve streamlined the process, click the get started link and someone from our design team will be with you within 48 hours to bring your vision to life.

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