Die cast (as opposed to die stamping or die struck) is an alternative yet effective process used to create custom metal lapel pins. Die cast pins are very similar in appearance to die struck pins. The main difference is they are slightly thicker and can have any number of inner cutouts for no extra money. Die cast pins are slightly more expensive than hard enamel pins but really produce a unique custom look that is impressive. Die cast pins can be plated and painted just like soft enamel and hard enamel pins. Most people would not be able to tell the difference between a die cast and die struck pin. Usually the giveaway is the inner cutouts.