Bullion Patch Sourcing Program for Sock and Hosiery Makers: Footwear
Bullion Patch Programme for Sock and Hosiery Makers: Footwear
This programme covers the full path from a bullion patch requirement to a repeatable bulk supply for sock and hosiery makers. Instead of buying whatever a catalogue happens to stock, you specify the base material, the 20 mm Width, the finish and the packing, and we hold that specification so every reorder matches the last one. It is built around footwear, which is where most of the specification detail sits.
The most common failure in bullion patch sourcing is not price — it is drift. A base material changes mill, the shade moves, a plating bath changes and the item quietly stops matching the approved sample. We prevent that with a written spec, an approved counter sample and a golden sample retained at the factory.
What the programme covers
- Specification build from your tech pack or a physical reference sample
- Base material and finish options with costed alternatives
- Sampling, testing and approval against ISO 12947 Abrasion Resistance
- Bulk production with in-line inspection and photo reporting
- Packing, documentation and shipment under the agreed Incoterm
Recommended specifications
- Cotton — chosen when the item has to survive repeated laundering
- Silicone — best balance of cost, availability and test performance
- Stainless Steel — used when strength and abrasion resistance come first
- Glass — selected for colour depth and finish stability
Programme parameters
| Item | Bullion Patch |
|---|---|
| Target sector | Sock and Hosiery Makers |
| Target application | Footwear |
| Standard size | 20 mm Width |
| Finish options | Pearlescent Coating, Antique Brass Plating, Nickel-Free Electroplating |
| Processes | Mercerising, Water Repellent Finishing, Anti-Static Finishing |
| MOQ | 2,000 pieces per specification |
| Sampling | 7 working days, 5 days per revision |
| Bulk lead time | 15-30 days |
| Compliance | ISO 12947 Abrasion Resistance |
| Delivery terms | EXW / FOB / CIF / DDP |
Why buyers choose this route
- Written specification held on file, so every reorder reproduces the approved sample
- Consolidated shipping with documented carton ratios
- Plating and dyeing sub-processes planned into the quoted lead time
- Costed alternatives shown at quotation so the trade-off is visible
- AQL inspection on every bulk lot with photo reporting before balance payment
How the programme runs
- Discovery call: quantity, target price, delivery window and compliance needs
- Material and finish proposal with costed alternatives
- Counter sample built from your tech pack or reference sample
- Approval, testing and pre-production sign-off
- Bulk production with in-line inspection and photo reporting
- Packing, documentation and shipment under the agreed Incoterm
FAQ
What is the minimum order quantity?
Standard MOQ is 2000 per style per colour. Mixed colourways can be combined on the same spec if the base material is identical.
Can you handle our own artwork or tooling?
Yes. Artwork files or existing tooling can be used; we confirm tolerances in writing before the first production run.
What happens if a bulk lot fails inspection?
The lot is reworked or remade at our cost. Inspection reports are shared before the balance payment is due.
Can you match a physical sample?
Yes. Send the reference and we reverse engineer the specification, then produce a counter sample for approval before any bulk commitment.
Share the programme details and we will propose two alternatives — one optimised for unit cost, one for lead time — and let you choose.
