Fur collection points
Fur salons sometimes, as a promotion, give a discount on a new product if the buyer returns the old one. But deciding where to donate a mink coat if you don’t need a new one is more difficult.
There are four main ways to sell and buy used fur products:
- Commission shop.
- Buying up.
- Pawnshop.
- Selling through online resources.
If you're lucky, by posting a photo of winter clothing and describing all its main characteristics, a person will find a buyer on the purchase and sale advertisement portal. You can correctly evaluate your item taking into account existing advertisements for sale. If there is sufficient expertise in assessing fur and the second-hand market, then such a program of action may be worthwhile. The buyer will be found via the Internet. On Avito, having assessed supply and demand, they post a photo of the product and an advertisement indicating the size, length, quality of fur, degree of wear and price.
Three other options that help sell fur products rely on the work of appraisers. They have their own rules and tasks for buying things.
How to distinguish a Scandinavian mink
Unfortunately, not all people can distinguish high-quality fur from low-quality fur, which is taken advantage of by unscrupulous manufacturers. In order not to make a mistake and not to buy a fur coat made of low-grade material, which will not bring joy from the purchase, especially since it will not last long, you need to know the main characteristics by which you can distinguish high-quality clothing:
- Pay attention to the fur. The Scandinavian mink is known for its luxurious, rich fur, and its pile has several features: an even spine of medium height, a thick undercoat, and dense leather tissue that holds its shape well. The underfur should be thick, stuffed, fluffy. The height of the guard hair should be almost level with the underfur, slightly higher. It should be soft, but elastic, and should not stick out in different directions. A fur coat will be a luxurious decoration for any winter look. You can also carry out a simple test - lightly stroke the fur coat “against the grain”; if the quality of the mink is high, then the elastic fur will quickly restore its shape, as well as the direction of the pile. This is exactly what suits the Russian climate.
It is easy to distinguish a low-quality mink: it has thin, sparse underfur, long guard hairs that stick out in different directions and are not aesthetically pleasing.
- Pay attention to the leathery tissue of the skin. Unscrupulous manufacturers, wanting to save money, greatly stretch each skin. Natural leather fabric becomes extremely thin, reminiscent of gauze. Products made from low-quality mink do not hold your silhouette and do not keep you warm in cold and windy weather. The most unpleasant thing is that such models are short-lived, because careless movement can seriously damage the product by tearing the leather tissue.
Features of a Scandinavian mink coat are the density of the skin, as well as the reliability of each seam. The product will not only look chic, but will also not allow you to freeze even in frosty and windy weather.
- Pay attention to the color of the fur coat. Scandinavian mink especially has beautiful natural shades and natural glossy highlights. As a rule, they don’t paint it - because it already looks great. Determining whether it was painted or not is easy. To do this, just pull apart the underfur and take a closer look at the leather tissue. It should be light. If streaks or traces of stains are visible, or it has a dark and unnatural color, then the product has been painted. In front of you is a low-quality mink. The skins are dyed to hide defects - uneven color of the pile, bald spots and bald spots that appear when the skins are over-tensioned. Products made from dyed fur are short-lived, because any violation of the integrity of the pile - plucking, cutting, especially exposure to chemical reagents - has a detrimental effect on the fur.
Only products made of shiny and thick fur, having a natural color and with dense, non-stretched leather fabric look luxurious and impressive, attracting the views of others.
The choice of material is only half the success. After purchasing the product, it is important to store and care for the mink coat. Proper storage will allow you to enjoy your luxurious fur coat for many years.
Commission shop
The consignment store has a number of restrictions on accepting old items. For fur coats, one of the first restrictions is the season. In the summer they are not accepted or evaluated.
But even in the autumn-winter period, you should not rush to take fur products to the store. You need to know in advance that old fur coats will not be accepted anywhere. Where to put worn-out and obsolete things is another topic. We are talking only about items in very good condition, without defects or wear.
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Fur clothing, even in very good condition, is aired and cleaned before evaluation. The likelihood of handing over a fur coat to a store increases depending on its quality and the short period of time that has passed since its purchase.
Before visiting the store, you need to make sure by phone that the appraiser is working that day. A prerequisite for concluding a contract is the age of majority and the presence of a passport.
Even if the item is well appreciated, you will only be able to receive money after its sale.
Who is required to label fur coats?
KIZ is a control identification mark, it is a way to mark fur coats, strict reporting forms, which include protected graphic information (brand). KIZ is created not by the fur coat manufacturer itself, but by the Goznak joint-stock company at the request of the manufacturer (order of the Federal Tax Service of the Russian Federation No. SA-7-19-/ [email protected] dated 08/15/2016).
The decree of the Government of the Russian Federation does not directly answer the question of what the KIZ marking is, but from its provisions it is clear that this is the same marking.
There are three options for KIZ:
- sewn-in, when it is sewn into a structural element of the product, the brand remains visible;
- adhesive, in this case the KIZ is glued to a structural element of the fur coat;
- hinged, when the sign is attached to a loop of a fur coat.
All three come in two sizes and two colors. Green means that the product was produced on the territory of the EEC, red means that it was imported from abroad. KIZ standards are established by the EEC Agreement.
The manufacturer labels the products, then at each stage of resale of a batch of goods, a mark is made in the Honest Sign system (the manufacturer transmits a list of retired brands through the system according to the required reporting). After sale, the mark is indicated on the receipt, data about it is transmitted first to the fiscal data operator (the legal entity servicing cash registers and transmitting checks to the Federal Tax Service), and then to the labeling operator and the Federal Tax Service.
In accordance with the EEC Agreement, all fur coats made of natural fur, fur-lined products, parts and accessories of fur products, including muffs, collars, etc. are marked. Products with fur trim are not marked.
Purchase of fur products
Buying fur products differs from a consignment store in the quick conclusion of an agreement and the issuance of money. Despite the fact that purchases declare their independence from the season, for a number of reasons they may also temporarily stop accepting fur products.
Buying fur is not a pawn shop or a consignment shop. Unlike a thrift store, the money will be paid out immediately, but there are also a lot of conditions for admission.
Some purchases of fur products in Moscow operate from October to February.
They buy a certain type of product: fur coats, coats and capes.
Even if the fur is of high quality and wear is small, the purchase may impose a condition: the model must be modern, no older than 5 years. Here they sell expensive new mink coats that are not the right size or model. But this is not an outdated model that has gone out of fashion, but a modern, branded one, but somehow did not please the owner. Italian brands are held in special esteem. It’s not difficult to quickly sell such a fur coat in Moscow.
Only fur of very high quality in terms of pile and inner part will be accepted. We are talking exclusively about mink, sable, and chinchilla. If it is whole fur, then the price of the product will be higher than that of a model cut from small pieces. The purchase price will be affected by the size and length. The color of the fur is taken into account. The quality of the lining.
Such a high-quality product ensures quick completion of the transaction and receipt of money. But you don’t have to delude yourself too much when you need to sell your fur coat. The average price of used items is taken into account. You can read in the reviews how much you get when selling a fur coat. Getting half the original price of your item back is considered a good deal. A number of purchases expand the list of furs - it may include arctic fox and astrakhan fur. Depending on the type of product, vests and short fur coats are added to the reception. But the restriction on out-of-fashion models remains everywhere.
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In a purchase, it is no longer possible to return the returned goods.
Features of mink fur
The first thing you need to pay attention to when choosing a mink product is that it should be soft, delicate and silky, and most importantly, be thick and padded. Such fur not only adds gloss to the product, but also indicates that the item is made from high-quality natural material. Wearing such a fur coat in winter will keep you warm even in windy and frosty weather. High-quality mink fur has a dense leather fabric, it is pliable in work, and is also well-made, which is what allows you to sew a model of any cut that will keep its shape. Well, you can choose a mink coat of any style - long or short, elegant classic or stylish oversize.
Mink coats have gained enormous popularity due to their beauty and luxury. A large proportion of skins are produced in Scandinavian and North American countries. This animal was brought to Russia in the nineteenth century from North America.
How business works
The process of selling fur products can be divided into stages:
- Client visit. He learns about the salon through your advertising, from friends or by passing by. Don’t skimp on the sign, because expensive products are a worthy “wrapper”.
- Salon rating. To make the best impression, give preference to simple decorative elements, but made from natural materials (wood, stone). Let light music play and the counters have discreet lighting.
- Range. It should be different in terms of price, models, composition. Expensive products can be imported from Italy, Turkey, Hungary; cheap ones - from China, Russia. Purchase certified products.
- Fitting. Take care of the lighting: the play of glare on fur products will make the purchase more attractive.
- Payment. It is best to have a cash register. Be sure to provide for payment by card - people do not always carry large amounts of cash with them.
Comfort
This is the first thing you should always pay attention to when purchasing any item of clothing, regardless of whether it is new or second-hand. If you feel uncomfortable in a particular thing, then there is no point in continuing a detailed examination of its other characteristics.
So, evaluate the degree of comfort. Trying on the product and fastening it with a zipper, buttons or hooks, depending on the type of fastener. Then raise your hands up and also think about whether you feel comfortable in this thing in this position. Sit down, bend over. Put your hands in your pockets if you have them - in general, do everything to assess the degree of comfort in a fur coat in various positions.
Step-by-step instructions on how to connect to the system
The legislation does not contain an algorithm for the process, but in practice the following step-by-step instructions for labeling fur products are used:
Step 1. Registration in the system.
Step 2. Joining the GS1 RUS association is a prerequisite.
Step 3. Description of the product on the website of this association.
Step 4. Submitting an application to Goznak JSC for codes and paying for them.
Step 5. Receive the CIDs and install them on the product using one of the provided methods.
Algorithm of actions when registering in the system:
Step 1. Order and receive a qualified electronic signature (legal entities will need a strengthened one).
Step 2. Check the availability of the necessary software hardware on the computer and signature verification key certificates, and install them if necessary.
Step 3. Register in your personal account and set the correct value in your profile - participant in the “Marking” system.
Sewing method
Be sure to visually check the veracity of the seller’s words about the method of sewing the product. So, it can be made from separate small pieces. In this case, the price will be lower. And if a fur coat is made from whole mink skins, then the cost of such a product will be much higher.
Evaluate the quality and strength of the seams connecting the skins. They should be smooth and strong, without gaps or protruding hairs.
In any case, do not hesitate to ask questions that interest you and carefully inspect and feel the product. After all, you pay money for it, which means you have the right to become familiar with its positive and negative characteristics. If a large number of shortcomings are discovered, you always have the opportunity to refuse to make a purchase or insist on a reduction in the declared cost.
How much money do you need to invest in your business?
The amount of investment depends on the scale of production and what kind of fur you will work with. The most expensive purchase will be equipment and animal skins. If we take the minimum limit, at the start you will need from 20,000 for equipment and from 70,000 - 80,000 for the purchase of a small amount of inexpensive fur. That is, the minimum limit is about 100,000 rubles.
If you run a large workshop and/or work with sable and mink, the costs will be significantly higher.
Popular types of fur coats
Russian manufacturers offer more than 100 types of furs and furs, which are used to make fur coats. Let's take a closer look at the most popular models.
Sable
For several centuries, sable fur has been considered one of the most elite. When buying this type of fur coat, you need to be careful. Often sellers deceive buyers by offering to purchase marten or kidus fur for original sable fur.
Marten
The model has a less lush and soft cover than a sable fur coat. Its appearance depends on the place where the animals live.
Fox
Fox fur coats remain popular in the domestic market. The most expensive is the fur of red animals with reddish tints.
Mink
Mink coats occupy a special place among fur products. This is not only expensive, but also an image product. This model is aimed at lovers of non-standard outerwear.
Advantages and disadvantages of a faux fur coat
Pros of faux fur
Faux fur, like natural fur, has a number of advantages and disadvantages. First, let's look at its positive aspects:
- no animals were harmed;
- relatively low cost compared to models made from natural fur;
- will not be spoiled by moths;
- easy care.
Cons of faux fur
Among the disadvantages of faux fur coats are:
- lack of breathability is one of the reasons why this model does not warm well in the cold;
- quickly loses its appearance - after a couple of seasons the clothes don’t look so presentable;
- accumulates static electricity, which means it attracts more dust and quickly gets dirty.
Material of manufacture
Be sure to consult with a specialist in the field of mink products so that you can easily distinguish what material the fur coat is made from. After all, sellers often take advantage of the inexperience of buyers and try to pass off a rabbit as a mink, for example, or indicate a false type of fur. Thus, European mink is more expensive than mink mined in China.
The fur of a quality fur coat should be shiny, smooth and fresh, the leather fabric should be elastic and not cracked, pure milky white in the case of undyed fur, the lining should be pleasant to the touch and without damage. Pay special attention to the length of the pile - if it is not touched, cut or plucked. Such a product will be valued much higher than in the case of processed fur.
Run your hand against the villi and watch how quickly they return to their original position. For a quality product this should happen instantly. Wrinkle the sleeve of your fur coat slightly to hear whether the leather fabric makes noise. If yes, then this indicates poor quality.
Look for scuffs and wear, especially on the sleeves, clasp area, pockets and neckline. Under no circumstances should a fur coat be a wrinkled, frayed or torn product.
