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IrieInnovator · May 23rd, 2007

greetings to all,

thanks chris. i actually joined about 3 months ago, but i was leary to deal with the overseas trade. i did a number of searches for u.s. based distributors and there is lots of info out there. you must be patient because the searching can become complicated because it is a wealth of information listed. i think i need to read/watch the tutorial to enhance my searching skills because the layout is not too user-friendly. i will definately be using the site more now that i know it actually has great results.

respect!

BigWeltz · May 23rd, 2007

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	Chris, you rock. Seriously. That is some great info you shared. I really appreciate it.

Anytime Rodney! I posted the supplier info over in the "Wholesale" thread. If you have any questions on global trade, let me know

BigWeltz · May 23rd, 2007

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Originally Posted by IrieInnovator


	greetings to all, thanks chris. i actually joined about 3 months ago, but i was leary to deal with the overseas trade. i did a number of searches for u.s. based distributors and there is lots of info out there. you must be patient because the searching can become complicated because it is a wealth of information listed. i think i need to read/watch the tutorial to enhance my searching skills because the layout is not too user-friendly. i will definately be using the site more now that i know it actually has great results. respect!

I hear ya man. It took me a good 2-3 days to find what I was looking for. You have to be very specific in what you are searching for as many companies out there manufacture a lot of replica brands (LRG, Bape, Ed Hardy, etc.) Just keep researching and it will eventually pay off. I think going overseas is the best way to go....just got to have patience

ShirtHappens · May 23rd, 2007

First off thanks alot for the info Chris but let me back you up a bit about alibaba. Alibaba is full of many legit companies but is really outweighed by scammers, Ive been into the whole wholesale thing for a while done research and whatnot. Not sure if alibaba has changed there screening method but Ive been scammed by one of there "gold members" ive done some reseacrh and all that pass means is that they payed a fee. It was only 300$ but its still money. The whole apparel game is different not as much scammers but the electronics and brand name stuff is way to saturated with scammers. if you guys have questions about a company overseas let me know there website and see how much info on the company I can find, and trust me you can learn alot about a "company" just by the websites registration.

BigWeltz · May 23rd, 2007

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Originally Posted by ShirtHappens


	First off thanks alot for the info Chris but let me back you up a bit about alibaba. Alibaba is full of many legit companies but is really outweighed by scammers, Ive been into the whole wholesale thing for a while done research and whatnot. Not sure if alibaba has changed there screening method but Ive been scammed by one of there "gold members" ive done some reseacrh and all that pass means is that they payed a fee. It was only 300$ but its still money. The whole apparel game is different not as much scammers but the electronics and brand name stuff is way to saturated with scammers. if you guys have questions about a company overseas let me know there website and see how much info on the company I can find, and trust me you can learn alot about a "company" just by the websites registration.

Couldn't agree more! I'm glad you pointed that out. Scammers feed off people who are eager to find the best price possible for any type of electronics, whether it be TVs, laptops, etc. as often found on eBay. I DO NOT suggest using Alibaba for anything related to electronics as stated above by Shirt Happens. Apparel is a different game and is usually full of legit companies. But as ShirtHappens stated, you should always research the company you are interested in. There was a site I found where you could search for legal business entities in China, but can't remember it off the top of my head. If I can find it, I'll post it.

Rodney · May 23rd, 2007

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	There was a site I found where you could search for legal business entities in China, but can't remember it off the top of my head. If I can find it, I'll post it.

That would be a great resource! Let us know if you find the link.

I always like to do as much background checking as possible when dealing with a new vendor (great advice), but that's harder to do with overseas vendors.

Chris, are you also getting your t-shirts printed and manufactured overseas, or are you doing those locally?

ShirtHappens · May 23rd, 2007

One more thing if you are browsing around on alibaba if you see a company selling "authentics jordan shoes" along with any type of products they are scammers but one of two types of scammers 1) they dont send anyting 2)they will send you counterfeits.

I have found a place overseas who sells electronics legit as can be had to actually buy this contact off someone but you have to spend money to make money. Company has headquarters in UK and HK. Wholesale does exist you just have to be smart about it and know that "wholesale" does not mean 50% off retail (true in electronics bus) stories have surfaced by people being scammed out of thousands by companies who are brokers (middleman) and have never ordered from there suppliers and in turn they get scammed. Sorry for going on and on just trying to help anyone from getting scammed. And a quick check you can do on a site is a whois check see to whom and where a site is registered.

BigWeltz · May 23rd, 2007

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Originally Posted by Rodney


	Chris, are you also getting your t-shirts printed and manufactured overseas, or are you doing those locally?

I did start locally, but after weighing the options with price, I figure I would give it a shot overseas. We have a company working on a couple samples right now which should be done and shipped by this coming Monday. I should be receiving pics from the company within the the next day or so. Difference about overseas is that is they completely manufacture the shirt from scratch. They get the fabric you want, then it goes to be dyed, then printed, and finally polybag packed and shipped to you.

You have to be extremely careful in how you want your shirt. You have to let them know what weight of cotton you would like, measurements for width, length, what size print, etc. The good thing is that those who are interested in all over print can have their shirt printed before it is sewn together. I know a few people here have expressed interest in this type of design layout.

BigWeltz · May 25th, 2007

Some new pics...

hiGH · May 25th, 2007

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	Some new pics...

they look great. What are you going to charge for these?

BigWeltz · May 25th, 2007

Not too sure yet. Gotta see what everyone is willing to pay...

hiGH · May 25th, 2007

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Originally Posted by BigWeltz


	Not too sure yet. Gotta see what everyone is willing to pay...

I dont know too much about hats but I would pay a good ammount for yours.

BigWeltz · May 25th, 2007

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	I dont know too much about hats but I would pay a good ammount for yours.

Thanks man! Since we might be shopping to retailers we may put them in the $25 range so that we don't compete between them and our online shop (when it goes live).

dhoughton11 · May 25th, 2007

Did you say that this company would make tee shirts also?? I am interested in having some shirts done...similiar to Michael Stars tee's..are you familiar with them??

By the way...I grew up in Thousand Oaks!! I saw that is where you are from!! It is a small world!
Deb

Solmu · May 26th, 2007

What does the cost for you per work out to (roughly)? Seems like a great deal.

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