Before & After
When Lucite comes out of the mold, it’s anything but ready. Dull, oversized, and unfinished — it takes serious craftsmanship to transform raw castings into stunning, high-gloss awards. Here’s how the Deal Toy Experts brings clarity to life.
What Works
Lucite embedments allow you to preserve real artifacts inside crystal-clear acrylic. But not everything plays nicely with the heat, pressure, and chemistry involved. Here's what you can — and shouldn't — embed in a custom Lucite award.
Going Clear
What makes Lucite awards so brilliantly clear? It’s not just the materials — it’s the pressure. Discover how Polaris uses industrial autoclaves to cure Lucite, eliminate bubbles, and create flawless, museum-grade clarity.
Whole Lotta Lucite
Ever wonder how objects get embedded inside crystal-clear Lucite? It starts with a liquid and ends with a high-gloss block — but every step in between demands precision. Here’s how the cell-casting process really works.
Grace Under Pressure
Not all acrylic is created equal. Learn why Polaris uses true cell-cast Lucite in our custom awards and deal toys — and how this old-school process yields exceptional clarity, quality, and permanence.
Small Batch Custom Manufacturing
Small-batch manufacturing might sound simple — but it’s one of the most complex forms of production. Here’s why it matters, and how Polaris turns custom deal toy designs into memorable, effective finished pieces that are worthy of the accomplishments they represent..
Who Gets Deal Toys?
Deal toys aren’t just for bankers. This post explores why custom financial tombstones matter for everyone behind the deal—from investment bankers and legal counsel to board members and clients—and how the right piece can reinforce relationships, pride, and team culture.