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Old Feb 18, 2010 | 02:30 PM
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Default With all due respect. Pin stripping ??

Im thinking of having some pin stripping done, but with no disrespect to the artist, I would not like to have them put their signature or phone # on my bike. Is this a common thing or do they ask if its ok ??

I know its like asking any artist not to sign their paintings, but I just wouldnt want it..

Could it be removed later on if I chose to ??
 
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Old Feb 18, 2010 | 02:51 PM
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Usually the artist will only do that (signature, etc...) if you request it, I'd talk to him about it.
 
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Old Feb 18, 2010 | 02:53 PM
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My artist didn't sign it or anything and I don't think that I've ever seen it done before. I saw a custom paint job signed on the underside of the tank before but not pinstriping.
 
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Old Feb 18, 2010 | 02:55 PM
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If he signs it just punch 'im in the mouth and tell 'im to clean that **** off.
 
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Old Feb 18, 2010 | 03:03 PM
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I've seen sigs on show bikes but that's usually if the painter is a sponsor and did the job for free or for a BIG discount.

If you are paying full price it should not be an issue.
 
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Old Feb 18, 2010 | 03:57 PM
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Originally Posted by Primo
I've seen sigs on show bikes but that's usually if the painter is a sponsor and did the job for free or for a BIG discount.

If you are paying full price it should not be an issue.
Exactly...if he signs it you have to be compensated plain and simple
 
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Old Feb 18, 2010 | 04:17 PM
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Originally Posted by Shovelhead Jack
If he signs it just punch 'im in the mouth and tell 'im to clean that **** off.
 
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Old Feb 18, 2010 | 06:08 PM
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I once asked a painter not to add his name to pin stripe on a car. He had no problem.
 
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Originally Posted by Shovelhead Jack
If he signs it just punch 'im in the mouth and tell 'im to clean that **** off.
+1 to that
 
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