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HOW MANY PINS SHOULD I ORDER?
Order at least 100,000 – we want to retire soon!
But seriously, order the most you can afford and think you’ll be able to
use. Reorders are expensive and time consuming. Taking into account the
higher per pin cost and additional shipping cost, an order for 300 and a
reorder for 200 pins can be substantially higher than the cost
than a single order for 500 pins. You’ll also lose valuable distribution
time waiting for your reorder. When possible, base your quantity on the
quantity of previous pin sales. Were pins left over or were several
reorders necessary? Then take into
consideration… is your new design more attractive? does your new slogan have more
zing? do you have more time to distribute your pins? do you have a
better distribution system? do you have greater financial resources?
what is your pricing structure? even, are you or is the event more popular
than before?
DO I NEED 2 CLUTCH
BACKS?
The purpose of a second clutch back is to avoid "spin." All Carab single
clutch backs are "balance mounted" toward the top of the pin, so spin is
not as much of a problem as it is on a "center mounted" back. Many
people find a double clutch back difficult to pin on, so we don't
recommend more than a single clutch back unless you really need it.
We've found that spin becomes an issue pins greater than 1.25" or those
with a much greater horizontal measurement than vertical. You'll be safe
with a single clutch back on almost all vertical pins.
WHAT IS EPOXY AND DO
I NEED IT ON MY PINS?
Epoxy is a hard clear coat that covers your pin. By their nature, hard enamel pins never need an epoxy coat or "dome." Printed pins always
need epoxy. Due to the state-of-the-art manufacturing methods we use,
stamped and photo etched pins do not need epoxy. While the colors on
these pins may be scratched off with a knife, under normal
circumstances the colors are very durable and will last for
years. Epoxy on a stamped or photo-etched pin is a matter of personal preference, giving a
smooth high gloss surface to your pin.
WHAT
SHOULD I CHARGE FOR MY MY PINS?
Common wisdom says "whatever the market will bear." Of course
if you're raising funds or trying to make a profit, charge as
much as you can without pricing yourself out of the market.
Lapel pins commonly retail for $2 - $6, with several factors determining
the value. These factors include...the size of the pin, the uniqueness
of the design (is there a stone embedded?), the presentation (is it in a
gift box?), the availability (is it a limited edition?), the subject
popularity (is a famous personality immortalized?), the fundraising
appeal (do profits go to a good cause?), your location (what are
customers in your area used to paying?) and more.
CAN I USE A COPYRIGHTED
CHARACTER ON MY PIN?
it is illegal to use a copyrighted or trademarked logo, character,
slogan or other material on your pin without the express written
permission of the copyright holder. Many local branch organizations may
use their national parent's logo at no charge, while others may not.
Carab itself holds licenses from several national organizations to
reproduce their name and logo. We may require proof of permission on
questionable designs. Please
inquire
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