yes thats the problem. Thats why they would make it a strictly limited run say 100-200 each year, probably make them a pre-order item so theres no excess stock too. Something thats aimed squarely at those who aren't currently purchasing a replica shirt at all for quality/design reasons. If its kept over a few years then its easier to justify the higher cost too.

I'd go for one of those. I still wear the one I bought in 2007 but it's starting to look a bit worn.

I'll be doing the same Bullseye. My traditional cotton replica shirt bought from the club is still in pristine condition. I would be tempted to buy a replica shirt if it was decent quality but although I approve of the Kappa traditional design, the quality looks very poor. £45 for something that costs probably less than £2 to manufacture is simply ripping off the fans......again.

Yeah we did and do but as far as I'm aware we needed ISC's permission and we only produce them in very small quantities so as not to impinge on the seasons replica shirt. So great as they are they are not a money maker so it is a case of a lot of effort for little reward, up to the club and how they feel about it. Also now I think about it and if I recall correctly the first time we did it it wasn't the club who did it but some fans.

Good luck though as I think heritage is vital in our game.

Whilst I can't really disagree with that, we all know the score. We all pretty much understand that, in the continued absence of a long term cash rich backer, if the club doesn't raise cash somehow, it is us, the fans who will will lose out more than anyone if the money doesn't come in.

I'm not saying it's right or wrong, but to quote the modern political mantra, 'it's the deal on the table and it's the only deal' so, much as it leaves quite a bit to be desired it's better than putting out the begging bowl.

So nothing in store or on website larger than XL (44chest) - anybody know if larger sizes going to delivered again; given all the comments about sizing looks to be plenty of potential income being lost.....

I was in the shop on Friday and managed to get a 2XL. Its not though, as confirmed on this thread; and it's more like an XL.

Anyway while I was in the shop I asked when some larger sizes would be available and the lass in there said February.....