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Funded! This project successfully raised its funding goal on May 22, 2012.

We made our funding goal—TIMES FOUR!

Update #2 · Apr 30, 2012 · 14 comments

Where to begin...

On WED of last week we reached our funding goal.
On FRI we become the most funded fashion project on Kickstarter of all time.
On SUN the meter read 4X our goal.
This morning we had an "all hands" meeting with everyone involved and - without going into too many details - thing got a bit emotional. It's not every day US manufacturers get great news. And we've still got 3 weeks of fundraising left to go!

...you gave all that to us and in return we're going to send you some really great underwear. I was hoping you might take a minute or two to help us out again though. Three things really, it shouldn't take long:

1 - Tell us what you like. Because Kickstarter won't actually let us send out the surveys asking for size, color, and style options until May 22nd, we're taking this extra time to make sure we're going to meet or exceed expectations. With that in mind,  CLICK HERE https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/PDHJZ9G to tell us what it is you like and don't like about the underwear you're currently wearing, what you look for when buying, etc.

The information you share can only help the development process. Plus Ralph Lauren probably never surveyed 2500 customers about their underwear. We love that we're getting the chance to and think the insights you provide could pay off big.

2 - Tell others what you think. So far, 20% of all sales through this Kickstarter have come through Facebook and Twitter. 

On Facebook? If you haven't already done so, please post this link http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/jakehimself/flint-and-tinder-premium-mens-underwear to your Facebook page letting your friends and family know about the project. It's so easy, but does so much.

If you have already posted, it'd be great if you joined our page as well... http://www.facebook.com/FLINTandTINDER

Got Twitter? Consider tweeting the following: American Manufacturing wants back in your underpants. Check out the video http://kck.st/IjHTLv #GetFlintandTinder

3 - Tell the press this matters too. Got a favorite news show, newspaper or magazine? Go to their web site, click their "contact" button and send them a tip. Feel free to cut and past the following or write your own note explaining why this story is important (wouldn't it be fun seeing Flint and Tinder on TV?):
Did you know there's a 99% chance your underwear comes from China, Thailand or Indonesia? Flint and Tinder wants to change all that, make a better product and help rebuild a 100 year-old factory in the process… http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/jakehimself/flint-and-tinder-premium-mens-underwear ... you should do a story on it!

Thanks again for all of your support. It's been a wild ride so far and everyone involved is working really hard to make sure that the product we send you is a product you'll love for a very long time! Let us know if there's anything else we can do.

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Funding period
Apr 22, 2012 - May 22, 2012 (30 days)

  • Pledge $5 or more

    50 backers

    You get our undying gratitude… PLUS: We’ll send you a limited edition set (3 boxes) of Flint and Tinder matches (we're calling them Tinder Boxes) shipped right to your door. Leave ‘em around to let friends and family know you appreciate quality and support America. Together we can spark a revolution. Hat tip to www.Swiss-Miss.com for the idea!

    Estimated delivery: Jun 2012
  • Pledge $15 or more

    840 backers

    You get 1 pair of premium men’s BRIEFS, BOXERS, or BOXER-BRIEFS, in the color and size of your choice, shipped anywhere in the US. BONUS: We’ll throw in a box of matches too.

    Estimated delivery: Jun 2012
  • Pledge $36 or more

    2618 backers

    You get 3 pairs of premium men’s BRIEFS, BOXERS, or BOXER-BREIFS in the 1 COLOR and size of your choice, shipped anywhere in the US. BONUS: We’ll throw in a bunch boxes of matches too.

    Estimated delivery: Jun 2012
  • Pledge $36 or more

    245 backers

    NEW OPTION (5/17): 1 SHIRT & 1 PAIR OF UNDERWEAR. You get 1 PREMIUM T in the style and size of your choice, plus 1 pair of premium men’s BRIEFS, BOXERS, or BOXER-BRIEFS (trunk length or standard) in the COLOR and size of your choice, shipped anywhere in the US. BONUS: We’ll throw in a some matches too. This is the perfect way to sample a variety of great American-made wears.

    Estimated delivery: Jul 2012
  • Pledge $75 or more

    387 backers

    NEW OPTION (5/17): 2 SHIRTS & 3 PAIRS OF UNDERWEAR. You get 2 PREMIUM T's in the style and size of your choice, plus 3 pairs of premium men’s BRIEFS, BOXERS, or BOXER-BRIEFS (trunk length or standard - pick just 1 style please for all 3 pairs) in the COLORS (could be multiple) and size of your choice, shipped anywhere in the US. BONUS: We’ll throw in several boxes of matches too. This is the perfect way to round out your collection with a variety of great American-made wears.

    Estimated delivery: Jul 2012
  • Pledge $75 or more

    697 backers

    You get 7 pairs of premium men’s BRIEFS, BOXERS, or BOXER-BREIFS in ALL 7 COLORS (one of each) in the size of your choice, shipped anywhere in the US. BONUS: We’ll throw in a bunch of boxes of matches too.

    Estimated delivery: Jun 2012
  • Pledge $125 or more

    262 backers

    NEW OPTION (5/17): 3 SHIRTS & 6 PAIRS OF UNDERWEAR. A make-your-own collection-type mixed pack. You get 3 PREMIUM T's in the style and size of your choice, plus 6 pairs of premium men’s BRIEFS, BOXERS, or BOXER-BRIEFS (trunk length or standard - pick as many styles as you like) in the COLORS (could be multiple) and size of your choice, shipped anywhere in the US (just one address please). BONUS: We’ll throw in several boxes of matches too. This is the perfect way to round out your collection with a variety of great American-made wears and/or share the joy with friends and family.

    Estimated delivery: Jul 2012
  • Pledge $125 or more

    425 backers

    You get an ASSORTMENT PACK OF YOUR OWN DESIGN consisting of 12 pairs of premium men’s BRIEFS, BOXERS, or BOXER-BREIFS (you can pick how many of each) in WHICHEVER OF OUR 7 COLORS YOU CHOOSE (all one color, a few of some but none of another, whatever makes you happy) in the size of your choice, shipped anywhere in the US. Makes a great gift for a guy in need of an upgrade! BONUS: We’ll throw in a bunch of boxes of matches too.

    Estimated delivery: Jun 2012
  • Pledge $3,600 or more

    1 backer Limited (4 of 5 left)

    You get 365 pairs of premium men’s underwear. That's enough to wear a new pair every day for a year! Each will come individually boxed and can be given as gifts as we will gladly send you assorted sizes, styles and colors, per your specifications. And loads of matches. This isn’t a joke though; it’s an opportunity. Select this option and sleep easy knowing you’ve literally given almost 4 people jobs this month! BONUS: Our website (and hopefully stores one day) will feature a Wall of Heroes. On it will be pictures of the people and things that inspire us – Rocky, the original Ford Bronco, etc etc… and YOU! We’ll even pay to have a classy portrait taken at your convenience.

    Estimated delivery: Jun 2012