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aelius
16
Sep 11, 2019
I don't really see where all the hate is coming from... This is a 100% American made product, not just materials or just labor; both. That is hard to find these days, especially in the fashion industry. Are there products of equivalent quality that are bit cheaper? Probably... But there is certainly some piece of mind knowing that your are supporting American jobs and avoiding companies that capitalize on cheap textile factories in Indonesia. So I can't support the idea that you have to be some kind of pompous shirt elitist in order to buy this product. Y'all need to chill the frick out.
ecoleman
766
Sep 11, 2019
aeliusI think the issue is the marketing, they sort of are pushing the 'T-shirts for a more refined taste' angle. I'm generally not a fan of the "century old techniques & original equipment" selling points, that just means outdated and expensive.
ecolemanWe are definitely NOT pushing any type of elitist tee shirt consumer angle here. We work hard to make things that are great quality for our community, made with integrity and for what it is, at a more approachable price. Yes, older machinery does does tend to be more expensive to maintain, but in no way does it mean that it is outdated. My experience has been that older machinery that is built to last produces products that are built to last.
ecoleman
766
Sep 11, 2019
john.webbI work in machine design and, more specifically, did the re-manufacturing of German-made machines from the 40's and 50's for 3 years; I can attest to them being made to last but, without exception, they were outdated and expensive to maintain. Something a century old, especially in textiles, won't be any different. When it comes to labor and production costs, which wind up being passed onto the consumer in one way or another, it adds up. It's okay if someone's willing to pay more for the 'craft beer' clothing experience, especially considering the American-made aspect of this drop, but I see function and the value-per-dollar to be much more important than form and the 'premium experience' so this one isn't for me, the price tag just isn't justified.
ecolemanEcoleman - Thanks for this post. So very cool to hear that you are a designer & maker. I'm really fascinated about your experience re-manufacturing of old machinery. What type of machinery did you rebuild? I find the source story and difference in the finished product to be worth the spend, & more importantly, so do many of our style community members. Value per dollar - dollar per wear is extremely important to DROP as well.
ecoleman
766
Sep 11, 2019
john.webbButter packaging machinery for use in dairies and creameries around North America. Very mechanical old beasts that needed updating to fit FDA and USDA rules for sanitation. I don't doubt those willing to spend will appreciate the end product, it's just outside my price range for something that may end up an undershirt.
Indalecio
16
Sep 22, 2019
ecolemanBut they are a vintage brand that has been in operation for a super long time...
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