TGT wallets are constructed of soft Italian leather and high-quality elastic. Order one at tightstore.com
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Q: What is a TGT 1.0 vs. a TGT 2.0
A: The TGT 1.0 is a simple wallet made of rare high quality elastic. The TGT 2.0 adds a pocket made of fine Italian leather.
Nothing should be bigger or more complicated than it has to be, which is why I first designed the TGT wallet in 2008. It fits smartly anywhere, and does not add unnecessary bulk to your jeans or your bag.
REASONS TO SUPPORT:
- Using a TGT makes your pants fit better.
- A TGT is easy to find in your bag or purse.
- It's small in your pocket, and it's only as big as you need it to be.
- You can throw your phone in it to consolidate your pocket.
- Cards are easy in, easy out.
- To respect the silhouette of the butt.
- Christmas shopping. Done.
- Easy mailing. Easy gifting.
- You can jump in at $16!
- It's hard to make your wallet stand out, but a TGT stands out.
- It's so versatile, use your imagination to decide how you'll use it!
- They come in cute individual TGT packages perfect for gifting.
Look at how invisibly it fits into a back pocket.
Smart phone, meet smart wallet.
The RPJ 1.0, featured below.
THE PLAN
The funds raised through this project will be used to produce the TGT wallet line, which includes ten different wallet styles, and uses seven different elastic patterns. It will help with the costs associated with a large scale production run, including ordering the necessary supplies.
I am working with two different factories through a process of sampling and manufacturing in order to get the exact elastic I need, and am continuing my work with leather tanneries, die cut packaging providers, and label makers to order the supplies.
I have honed the process of making these wallets for several years: sewing them, designing the logo, and creating packaging and labels, so the process of making a TGT wallet has been streamlined.
To prepare for a large order, I have enlisted the help of a sewing house in New York City that has agreed to help prepare TGT wallets in time for the holidays. They have been helping fashion designers deliver heavily demanded products for years, so I'm happy to have them on my team.
MAKING THE TGT
Sewing is serious.
After making countless wallets by hand in my living room, this production run will finally allow me to get TGT on the shelves of your favorite boutiques and stores. I am so grateful for the opportunity to share this with the Kickstarter community!
A huge thank you to Waylon Thornton for the use of his song "Favorite Secrets"!
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Risks and challenges Learn about accountability on Kickstarter
The challenges of the TGT Kickstarter will be getting the word out, and convincing Kickstarters to participate. There are so many amazing projects out there, it is going to be hard to get the attention I need to make this Kickstarter successful. To reach as many people as possible, I am asking friends, families, and various blogs to help me spread the word.
Once the funding is in place, my challenge will be producing a very large quantity of wallets, and making sure all the partners I'm working with maintain my quality standards. Depending on outside help is difficult, but I have been dealing with the companies I'm working with for months and establishing a solid communication base that has given me a lot of confidence in them.
FAQ
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I have material to make about 450 right now and I'm working on getting more. In the event that many are ordered, that would be incredible and I would sing and dance, but I would also make sure that those who ordered first are taken care of first. But everyone can get one, it's just a matter of a little bit longer wait after 450 have been reserved.
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All Kickstarter reward choices are made once a project's campaign is completed. Kickstarter offers a survey that will gather all the order information.
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That's the Saddlegold 2.0, which is currently not in production, but if we raise enough, it be available again in the future!
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They really are flexible to such a large extent that you could carry as few as 2 or 3 cards, or as many as 20. You could go further, of course, but that's not tight. ;)
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The 2.0 has a leather pocket for cash and small extras, the 1.0 is a simple, slick band.
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Yes! And I appreciate the requests for this. I will work on it to make sure we find the perfect one to use.
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Nope. TGT is tight enough to keep your cards and cash safe. =)
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Nah, not anymore! To give you the highest quality leather, and the most consistent product, I buy only the best leather from a high-end leather supplier in the city.
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They are both extremely soft, high-quality, Italian lamb skin, but the Stone is a lighter, lovely sort of grayish green color.
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Sure, no problem.
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Oct 23, 2012 -
Nov 26, 2012
- First created · 18 backed
- Jack Sutter 957 friends
- Website: tightstore.com
Pledge $1 or more
80 backers
A huge thank you, a follow on twitter, and a shout out. Every dollar makes a difference!
Estimated delivery: Nov 2012Pledge $16 or more
988 backers
A TGT 1.0 wallet of your choice, including shipping. The options are Disco Easter, RPJ, Stone, Americana, Cowman, and Motor.
Estimated delivery: Dec 2012Add $4 to ship outside the USPledge $24 or more
168 backers
HOLIDAY SPECIAL The 1.0 twins! Disco Easter and RPJ are fraternal twins and they travel in pairs. This reward will be delivered before the holidays.
Estimated delivery: Dec 2012Add $5 to ship outside the USPledge $28 or more
103 backers
The older brother twin 1.0s! The Americana and Cowman are the rough and tumble set.
Estimated delivery: Dec 2012Add $5 to ship outside the USPledge $28 or more
98 backers
The RPJ 2.0 with a black leather pocket. This wallet is 15mm shorter than the other styles, which means cards and cash are more visible, but also more accessible.
Estimated delivery: Dec 2012Add $4 to ship outside the USPledge $32 or more
3261 backers
An Americana or Cowman TGT 2.0 (with an Italian leather pocket). A limited number of Stone 2.0s are also available.
Estimated delivery: Dec 2012Add $4 to ship outside the USPledge $38 or more
84 backers
The Limited Edition RPJ 2.0 with an exclusive TGT ultra soft, black diamond leather. After our limited supply runs out, this TGT will never be offered again.
Estimated delivery: Jan 2013Add $4 to ship outside the USPledge $42 or more
120 backers
The Limited Edition Stone 2.0 with an exclusive TGT ultra soft, black diamond leather. After our limited supply of this leather runs out, this TGT will never be offered again.
Estimated delivery: Jan 2013Add $4 to ship outside the USPledge $45 or more
802 backers
NEW REWARD LEVEL: One of each: the TGT 1.0 and the TGT 2.0 of your choice.
Estimated delivery: Dec 2012Add $5 to ship outside the USPledge $55 or more
255 backers
An Americana 2.0 plus the Disco Easter and RPJ 1.0 twins to start your collection. This reward will ship before the holidays. The first 125 backers who choose this reward will receive a very special bonus: the first TGT ever made, a floral pattern elastic TGT 1.0 with a vintage feel, that is available only on kickstarter and will never be made again.
Estimated delivery: Dec 2012Add $5 to ship outside the USPledge $55 or more
22 backers
One Limited Edition TGT 2.0, and one TGT 1.0 of your choice.
Estimated delivery: Jan 2013Add $5 to ship outside the USPledge $60 or more
1131 backers
Two 2.0s of your choice, shipping included.
Estimated delivery: Dec 2012Add $5 to ship outside the USPledge $70 or more
51 backers
Any two TGT 2.0s, including the Limited Edition models.
Estimated delivery: Jan 2013Add $5 to ship outside the USPledge $75 or more
48 backers
A holiday collection of six gift-wrapped TGT 1.0s, two of each of the RPJ, Disco Easter, and Americanas. Start your collection and a friend's, or divide up the pack and use as stocking stuffers!
Estimated delivery: Dec 2012Add $8 to ship outside the USPledge $90 or more
81 backers
Membership to the 'TGT Club' for one year, which includes a new TGT sent to you every season to start your collection. A total of four TGTs: two 2.0s, and two 1.0s, will be sent to you in the first year and you will be offered your choice of wallets. The first will arrive in December 2012. Membership is a great gift!
Estimated delivery: Dec 2012Add $10 to ship outside the USPledge $120 or more
28 backers
Four TGT 2.0s, with the option to choose up to two Limited Edition TGT 2.0. The Stone option at this reward level will not be ready to ship before the holidays.
Estimated delivery: Dec 2012Add $8 to ship outside the USPledge $130 or more
94 backers
NEW REWARD LEVEL: Three 1.0s and Three 2.0s of your choice.
Estimated delivery: Dec 2012Add $8 to ship outside the USPledge $150 or more
29 backers
Gold membership status to the 'TGT Club'. A new TGT design will be sent to you every three months until you have received the entire collection. Mailing will begin in December 2012.
Estimated delivery: Dec 2012Add $16 to ship outside the USPledge $180 or more
7 backers
Six TGT 2.0s of your choice, with the option to include up to three Limited Edition 2.0s. The Stone options will not ship before the holidays.
Estimated delivery: Dec 2012Add $10 to ship outside the USPledge $240 or more
2 backers
Eight TGT 2.0s of your choice, including the option to include up to four Limited Edition 2.0s.
Estimated delivery: Dec 2012Add $12 to ship outside the USPledge $300 or more
18 backers
The "TGT 3.0", the next TGT prototype currently in development. It is not a wallet, but it IS a secret. A very cool one. Members at this reward level will also be given Gold Membership to the 'TGT Club'. The first wallet will be mailed in December.
Estimated delivery: Dec 2012Add $16 to ship outside the USPledge $1,000 or more
4 backers
The "TGT 3.0", plus Gold Membership to the 'TGT Club,' and membership on TGT's Advisory Board. You will get exclusive first looks at new products, be able to provide feedback before they launch, and have first access to products for purchase.
Estimated delivery: Dec 2012Add $5 to ship outside the US
