X-Metal replica perception/ thoughts

[samthehamwhomadesomejam]

Hey guys, so I have been thinking about the X metal line and how incredible it was for its time, and also how sad that there isn't much of a market for metal frames at all today (slight exception for the DV titanium Kohei and Yusuke, but not as extensively metal or titanium as the cherished X metal line).

What do you think the perception/reception of replica X metals using real X metal parts to create negatives for casting new parts out of different alloys (Silver, Copper, Aluminum or something similar) would be? Would they be liked, enjoyed, admired or maybe seen as fake, fraudulent, or cheap imitations? There are a limited number of X metal frames and for new enthusiasts it can be a steep barrier to entry into the X metal world.

There are plenty of after market rubber, screws, lenses and other hardware catering to the franchise, but getting a hold of the real frames can be tricky and expensive.

I feel like this could be viewed as a cheap replica, or on the opposite extreme, as a luxury homage to the line (similar to what Hender Scheme has done with footwear).

Idk, just wanting some thoughts and ideas if possible, thank you

 

[aeh]

No. Burn them all

 

[Lopaka KaMars]

This sounds a little sacrilegious.

 

[Nortika]

Hey guys, so I have been thinking about the X metal line and how incredible it was for its time, and also how sad that there isn't much of a market for metal frames at all today (slight exception for the DV titanium Kohei and Yusuke, but not as extensively metal or titanium as the cherished X metal line).

What do you think the perception/reception of replica X metals using real X metal parts to create negatives for casting new parts out of different alloys (Silver, Copper, Aluminum or something similar) would be? Would they be liked, enjoyed, admired or maybe seen as fake, fraudulent, or cheap imitations? There are a limited number of X metal frames and for new enthusiasts it can be a steep barrier to entry into the X metal world.

There are plenty of after market rubber, screws, lenses and other hardware catering to the franchise, but getting a hold of the real frames can be tricky and expensive.

I feel like this could be viewed as a cheap replica, or on the opposite extreme, as a luxury homage to the line (similar to what Hender Scheme has done with footwear).

Idk, just wanting some thoughts and ideas if possible, thank you

The problem with that is you make them and people try to pass them off as real. Now you have replicas that look official. Maybe making parts to help fix broken ones.

In reality you can make exact copy’s and sell them since there’s no pattent on them anymore since Oakley never renewed them

 

[samthehamwhomadesomejam]

The problem with that is you make them and people try to pass them off as real. Now you have replicas that look official. Maybe making parts to help fix broken ones.

In reality you can make exact copy’s and sell them since there’s no pattent on them anymore since Oakley never renewed them

Well said. If there was an obvious effort/distinction for these parts to be a homage or tribute rather than a replica or fake, do you think that would be good/beneficial? The spare part idea is interesting and maybe a worth looking into more...

 

[Macsuk]

Hey guys, so I have been thinking about the X metal line and how incredible it was for its time, and also how sad that there isn't much of a market for metal frames at all today (slight exception for the DV titanium Kohei and Yusuke, but not as extensively metal or titanium as the cherished X metal line).

What do you think the perception/reception of replica X metals using real X metal parts to create negatives for casting new parts out of different alloys (Silver, Copper, Aluminum or something similar) would be? Would they be liked, enjoyed, admired or maybe seen as fake, fraudulent, or cheap imitations? There are a limited number of X metal frames and for new enthusiasts it can be a steep barrier to entry into the X metal world.

There are plenty of after market rubber, screws, lenses and other hardware catering to the franchise, but getting a hold of the real frames can be tricky and expensive.

I feel like this could be viewed as a cheap replica, or on the opposite extreme, as a luxury homage to the line (similar to what Hender Scheme has done with footwear).

Idk, just wanting some thoughts and ideas if possible, thank you

Yeah I think most collectors would view it as fake, but I will say, when you mention it being a steeply priced collectors market to get into. I have paid so little for some of the pairs I’ve got. And I’m sure 99% of other guys here will have some stories of what amazing deals they have got. If you put a little time into searching for the “steals” they come up pretty often… in comparison to other collectibles out there, Oakley is a very small market.. with lots of treasure to find out there!

 

[Nortika]

I agree with the tribute, would be a cool ideal, there was a member who was making copies of x-metals using carbon or Kevlar, can’t remember. They did look cool

 

[southside]

I also remember that someone made a Juliet out of carbon fiber. That was a cool project, since he was making it for himself and it showed amazing skill and devotion to the brand. But I personally think replicas that are made for resale are sacrilege.

 

[KoL]

I’m gonna quote what someone else said, not word for word but this hobby isn’t for the weak pocketed so if you can’t afford the real deal then kick rocks.

 

[Macsuk]

I’m gonna quote what someone else said, not word for word but this hobby isn’t for the weak pocketed so if you can’t afford the real deal then kick rocks.