How to Pin a Diablo IV Classes Pin Without Damaging Fabric

By Official Bethesda Gear Store | Bethesda Video Game Merchandise | Published: 2026-10-26

Category: How-to Guides

Learn how to securely attach your Diablo IV Classes Collector's Edition Pin to jackets, backpacks, and hats without leaving permanent holes or fraying the fabric.

Quick answer

Use locking pin backs, reinforce the fabric behind the pin, and always position the pin away from seams and high-stress areas to keep your Diablo IV Classes Collector's Edition Pin secure without damaging the material.

Why standard pin backs can damage fabric

Most enamel pins come with butterfly clasps, which grip the post by friction. Over time, these can loosen, causing the pin to rotate or fall off. When you re-insert the pin to fix it, the post can stretch the weave of delicate fabrics like cotton or polyester blends, leaving visible holes. The Diablo IV Classes Collector's Edition Pin uses a double post-back with butterfly clasp closures — two posts mean more grip but also more potential for fabric distortion if not handled carefully.

Choosing the right surface for your pin

Thick, tightly woven fabrics such as denim, canvas, or twill hold pins better than thin knits or mesh. A denim jacket or canvas backpack is ideal for the Diablo IV Classes Pin because the material supports the pin's weight without sagging. Avoid attaching it to silk, satin, or very loose weaves — the double posts can create noticeable holes that don't close up after removal.

How to pin your Diablo IV Classes pin without damaging fabric

Step 1: Choose the location carefully: Place the pin on a flat, smooth area of the fabric away from seams, zippers, and pockets. Seams add bulk that can bend the pin's posts, and high-stress areas (like shoulder straps) cause the pin to wiggle loose faster. Mark the spot with a piece of tape on the inside of the fabric. Avoid areas where the fabric folds or rubs against your body.
Step 2: Reinforce the fabric from behind: Cut a small square of felt or thin leather (about 1.5 inches) and place it on the inside of the garment behind the pin location. This patch distributes the pin's weight and prevents the posts from tearing the weave when you push them through. A felt patch is invisible from the outside and costs almost nothing.
Step 3: Insert the pin at a 90-degree angle: Push each post straight through the fabric and the reinforcement patch. Do not wiggle or twist the pin — that widens the hole. If the fabric resists, use a small awl or the tip of a safety pin to pre-poke a tiny hole for each post. Pre-poking reduces fraying and keeps the hole barely visible after removal.
Step 4: Replace the butterfly clasps with locking backs: Remove the supplied butterfly clasps and swap them for rubber or metal locking pin backs. Locking backs have a small O-ring that prevents the back from unscrewing or sliding off. Push each locking back onto the post until it clicks or tightens snugly. Locking backs are the single most effective upgrade for keeping enamel pins secure.
Step 5: Check and rotate the pin periodically: Every few wears, check that the locking backs are still tight and that the pin hasn't shifted. If you notice the fabric stretching, move the pin to a new spot and patch the old hole with a drop of clear fabric glue on the inside. Rotating the pin location extends the life of both the garment and the pin.

Product fact

Diablo IV Classes Collector's Edition Pin: This collector's edition enamel pin features a Diablo IV tryptic of the classes graphic, with a double post-back and butterfly clasp closures. The double post-back provides more stability than a single post, but requires careful placement to avoid stretching the fabric in two spots at once.
Diablo IV Classes Collector's Edition Pin