Indybag Reproduction
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Indybag Reproduction
I recently sourced an Indybag for my Presenter/Indy set. Given their rarity, I had always planned to do a run of bags, but I obviously can't afford to give these away for free. That being said, I am not looking to make a profit either. With the pandemic lockdown, it will be a while to get these done, as most places are shut. I am putting out feelers to see whom would want one, or could recommend a good company for reproductions.

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07-03-2020, 02:17 AM
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RE: Indybag Reproduction
I would buy one.

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07-03-2020, 02:39 AM
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So would I.

Is there not a label to be found anywhere on the bag indicating which company manufactured it?
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07-03-2020, 02:42 AM
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I had to look inside. Looks like its a small company named West Ridge Designs, based out of Portland, Oregon. I was hoping to get these repros done overseas to save everyone some money.

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07-03-2020, 02:59 AM
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I think it would be more meaningful if the original company could manufacture them, and you would be giving American people work during these hard times.
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07-03-2020, 03:47 AM
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Most companies require minimum orders here in the US. I doubt he could sell or afford 10,000 bags. Unfortunately, I doubt they're still an option.

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07-03-2020, 03:49 AM
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That's a pity! (He should inquire though, as they may be more flexible due to the current situation, and he can maybe make a small business out of it.)

Purists would definitely appreciate a product made up by the original manufacturer. (He would have to send the bag off to whomever is to do the manufacturing, so that they can analyse it. A local company would prove to be easier in this regard.)
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07-03-2020, 03:56 AM
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(07-03-2020, 02:17 AM)GeekLucanis Wrote:  I recently sourced an Indybag for my Presenter/Indy set. Given their rarity, I had always planned to do a run of bags, but I obviously can't afford to give these away for free. That being said, I am not looking to make a profit either. With the pandemic lockdown, it will be a while to get these done, as most places are shut. I am putting out feelers to see whom would want one, or could recommend a good company for reproductions.

I'm IN for buy one .

I only have the indybag Made by a real indy plastic shell

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07-03-2020, 03:42 PM
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I'd be down for one as well!

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07-03-2020, 09:45 PM
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I’d be interested (as I have a maxed out R5000 Indy in my collection). And yeah, I’d pay for a reproduction Indybag. If the Original US company is willing, I’d pay a higher (like $180) price if it were as good or better quality/durability than the original.

If it makes or breaks, I’d sponsor buying a few bags (at a slight discount to break even) that could be resold if a larger order was needed and few more units would do the trick.
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