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mokkzzz
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Mark
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mokkzzzSay what you will about 'money grabs', but we're seeing a lot of leather companies increase their prices in response to soaring leather/beef costs.
http://www.just-style.com/analysis/price-hikes-continue-to-loom-over-leather-industry_id121245.aspx
"In the US, he explains, the price of American Texas Streer (the most predominant hide) jumped 17.4% between 2012 and 2013 - and so far this year, in just three months, has soared another 9.7%."
http://www.just-style.com/analysis/price-hikes-continue-to-loom-over-leather-industry_id121245.aspx
"In the US, he explains, the price of American Texas Streer (the most predominant hide) jumped 17.4% between 2012 and 2013 - and so far this year, in just three months, has soared another 9.7%."
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HOWEVER.... given the fact that it is $25 more than the previous drop (which was already pricey IMO), I can't justify purchasing it no matter how badly I want it on my shoulders. Seems like a money grab from how popular the drop was before and taking advantage of it. I'm glad this pushed many hopefuls away seeing how little commitment there is.