5 Questions Before Your First Medal Supplier Order in 2025 ✅

A bad medal supplier ruins a ceremony months in advance. A good one feels like a partnership for years. Five questions, asked before any quote, separate the two.

Three Questions on Capability

1) Can you show me three past orders at my approximate volume? 2) Where does your zinc-alloy stock come from and what is its lead time? 3) What is your standard plating thickness in microns? Vague answers signal a reseller, not a manufacturer. RS Trophy publishes plating specs (8-10 microns gold, 6-8 microns silver) on every quote.

Two Questions on Recovery

4) What happens if I find a defect after delivery? 5) What is your turnaround on a replacement plate or medal? Reputable suppliers replace defective items at cost within 5 days. Suppliers who hedge on this question are telling you something. Get the policy in writing.