Glass Prices?

Contributor: JessCee JessCee
Why are some glass dildos in the $20-$30 price range and others that look similar over $100? Is there really a difference in the glass or quality?
09/21/2011
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Contributor: Ghost Ghost
It's the same type of glass (borosilicate). However, some companies use techniques that are more difficult for the sculptor to do, so they cost more (such as those marked "dichroic"). Sometimes it's just a matter of branding: as in, Phallix tends to be more expensive.
09/21/2011
Contributor: JessCee JessCee
Ohhhh, I see. Thanks for clearing that up for me
09/21/2011
Contributor: ToyTimeTim ToyTimeTim
Most of the higher priced toys are made by hand one at a time. While most all of glass is made by hand, the pricier one's are not made with a mold. It is easier to mold a toy and then add texture, bumps, swirls, etc. verses starting from scratch. Hold them side by side and you will see a difference in quality and attention to detail in the higher priced glass.
09/21/2011
Contributor: Breas Breas
That's a really good question! I was wondering the same thing!
09/21/2011
Contributor: JessCee JessCee
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Originally posted by ToyTimeTim
Most of the higher priced toys are made by hand one at a time. While most all of glass is made by hand, the pricier one's are not made with a mold. It is easier to mold a toy and then add texture, bumps, swirls, etc. verses starting from scratch. ... more
I had never even thought about the work that must go into some of the higher priced ones... I think I'll save up for one of the more expensive ones just so I can see the difference. Thanks for explaining, Dwtim.
09/22/2011
Contributor: JessCee JessCee
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Originally posted by Breas
That's a really good question! I was wondering the same thing!
Yeah, I have been wondering for a while now but I didn't want to ask a stupid question, LOL
09/22/2011
Contributor: Brandonn Brandonn
I think it more has to do with the design labor, -vs- the material cost.
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