Alaska Stick Flag 12×18 Inch with 24 inch Wood Pole – Printed Polyester – State of Alaska Handheld Desk Flag Small Alaska Flag

Yes. The wood dowel is approximately 3/8 inch in diameter — the standard size for desk flag bases sold at office supply stores, flag retailers, and online. Insert the base of the pole into the desk base hole and the flag stands upright, no adhesive or fastener required. If you have an older or non-standard base, measure the hole diameter before ordering — most bases accept 3/8-inch poles, but some decorative vase-style holders vary. For a temporary display without a proper base, a small glass or jar filled with sand or gravel works equally well as a stand.

This flag is not designed for sustained outdoor flagpole flying. Printed polyester stick flags are engineered for display and short-duration event use — handheld waving, desk stands, indoor display, and sheltered event environments. Continuous wind stress, UV exposure, and rain will cause the printed polyester to fade, fray, and degrade much faster than a purpose-built nylon or polyester flagpole flag. If you want Alaska's flag flying on a residential or commercial pole, the PromoPatriot Alaska 200D Nylon Flagpole Flags (available in 3×5 ft through 8×12 ft with brass grommets and reinforced fly hem) are the correct format — rated for all-weather outdoor installation on poles from 15 ft to 80 ft.

This is a single-sided printed flag. Alaska's official design is printed on the front (obverse) face of the lightweight polyester panel. Because the fabric is single-ply, the reverse side shows a natural mirrored bleed-through — which is standard and expected for all stick flags in this format. The front face displays Alaska's design correctly: navy field with the Big Dipper stars, North Star, and "Alaska" wordmark all reading in the correct orientation. For desk display, orient the pole so the front face points outward. If you require a flag with full design opacity on both sides independently, see the PromoPatriot Alaska Double-Sided Reverse Print Nylon flags.

Absolutely — bulk orders are welcome and encouraged. Stick flags are one of the most practical event purchases: low per-unit cost, no assembly required, and easy to distribute by the armful. Common bulk buyers include schools ordering for Alaska History or Geography units and Statehood Day (January 3) events; parade and civic groups for Alaska Day (October 18) celebrations; government agencies and visitor centers for welcome baskets or reception tables; and tourism operators, lodges, and Alaska-themed retailers for resale. Contact us through the product page for bulk pricing on orders of 12 or more. Bulk orders ship in reinforced flat-pack cartons to protect all poles during transit.

Yes. The PromoPatriot Alaska Stick Flag faithfully reproduces Benny Benson's official design as codified in Alaska state flag code: a dark navy blue field (approximating PMS 282), eight five-pointed gold stars (approximating PMS 116) arranged to form the Big Dipper asterism and the North Star positioned at the upper right, and the word "Alaska" in gold block letters. Benson, a 13-year-old Aleut student from Seward, won the territorial flag design contest in 1927 out of 142 entries. The design was adopted as Alaska's official state flag when Alaska achieved statehood on January 3, 1959, and has remained unchanged. The PromoPatriot stick flag reproduces that design at the 12×18 inch handheld format.

Store the stick flag flat or loosely rolled — never tightly folded at the same crease repeatedly, as this creates permanent fold lines in the printed polyester over time. Keep away from sustained direct sunlight during storage, as UV fades printed polyester faster than nylon or embroidered flags. A flat storage sleeve, document tube, or the original packaging all work well. If the flag develops light creases after storage, hang it in a warm room for 30–60 minutes or press lightly through a cloth with a cool iron (synthetic setting). Keep the wood pole dry: prolonged moisture exposure causes wood to swell and may eventually split the grain or crack the pole sleeve.

The stick flag is the right choice when your use is handheld, desk-based, or short-duration event display. Upgrade to a grommet flagpole flag when: you want the flag flying on a residential, commercial, or institutional outdoor pole; the flag will be exposed to wind, rain, or direct sun for extended periods; you need it to read clearly at a distance greater than 30 feet; or you want a permanent, all-weather display you hoist and lower on a regular schedule. The PromoPatriot Alaska 3×5 Ft 200D Nylon Flag with Brass Grommets is the entry-level outdoor upgrade, scaling up through 4×6, 5×8, 6×10, and 8×12 ft for larger poles and commercial or institutional installations.

Return within 30 days in original, unused condition for a full refund. A prepaid return label is provided — no questions asked. If your stick flag arrives with a printing defect, a damaged pole, or a sleeve attachment issue, contact us within 30 days for a free replacement at no cost to you — no return shipping required for defective items. Bulk orders and custom orders are final sale unless defective.