Daniel Marshall was a legendary designer in the cigar box industry. He came from a poor family. His father was a farmer and a lumberjack. When he was young, they could only live in a fitting room trailer.
Fitting room trailers used to be a common utility vehicle in the United States. There were also many people in the United States who set up stalls to sell clothes. Fitting room trailers served this industry.
"You have to know that fitting room trailers are very small," Sayder said. "At most, it can accommodate a fat person to turn around while trying on clothes. If this kind of trailer was converted into a room, how small would the room be?"
Li Du said, "In our Chinese culture, there is a saying that goes, 'Only those who have suffered the most hardship can rise to the top.' Obviously, Mr. Marshall was like that."
"Yes, when he was a teenager, Marshall, who lived in a fitting room trailer, was immersed in his teenage dreams. He longed to build his own sailboat and sail around the world.
"Later, his girlfriend's grandfather provided him with a $50000 loan so that he could complete this project.
"In order to thank the old man, Marshall used teak to make a hinged red pine cigar box for the old man. When the old man saw it, he was surprised and realized that Marshall was talented in this area. He encouraged Marshall to hand over the box design and patent rights to Dunhill.
"After receiving encouragement, Marshall, who was only 19 at the time, brought a few of his cigar box samples and design drawings to the Dunhill headquarters in New York.
"After many unsuccessful phone calls, the young man came directly to the company and asked to meet with Marshall.
"Unfortunately, Dunhill was not moved at first. However, Marshall was a very stubborn guy. After a thorough exchange of opinions, Dunhill reluctantly gave him a $250,000 order. "
At this point, Sayder looked at the two of them and smiled. "See, this is a very inspirational story, isn't it?"
Li Du shrugged. This guy was indeed an auctioneer. Why was he so naggy? What was the point of saying all this? He could just tell them the identity and value of the cigar box.
Sayder did not notice and continued to enthusiastically explain, "In fact, this was just Dunhill's last resort. After they sent Marshall away, they canceled the deal."
Hans said angrily, "Oh, d * mn capitalists, they have no credibility at all."
Sayder glanced at him and said slowly, "Actually, I think it's understandable that Dunhill did this. It's said that Marshall slept in a tent at the entrance of Dunhill's warehouse in order to get the order. If the negotiation fails, he will roll on the ground! "
Li Du: "…"
Marshall was indeed a man full of tenacity. When he saw that Dunhill's sales route had been cut off, he adopted another tactic, which was to directly confront the consumers.
He took his cigar boxes to the rich people of New York's high society, asked for their opinions, and introduced the cigar boxes to them.
There was no doubt about Marshall's talent, but he had been too immature at that time. The cigar box he designed still had flaws. How could a rich person who was used to seeing luxury goods pay attention to it?
Fortunately, the senior management of Dunhill noticed this young man who was full of enthusiasm and fighting spirit. They decided to hire him as a designer.
Originally, it was said that this was just an act of kindness from a big boss. However, after Marshall entered Dunhill, he learned very quickly and grew very quickly. After two years, he was able to hold his own.
In the end, he became Dunhill's ace cigar box designer and had his own studio, DM Studio.
The two cigar boxes had the word 'DM' on them, which was the abbreviation of his initials. All ten boxes were his masterpieces, but eight of them were designed for Dunhill, and the other two were specially designed for celebrities.
Now, as a famous cigar box designer, the products he designed had become the most popular luxury goods in the high society.
It was already a glorious experience for an ordinary designer to create an exclusive cigar box for a Hollywood star. However, Marshall was even more amazing. He had served the President of the United States and the British royal family.
"If a Hollywood star wants him to customize a cigar box, then he will have to look at the level of the star. He will not accept an ordinary star."
Hearing this, Hans exclaimed, "Is he that good?"
Sayder stretched out his index finger and shook it. "I'm not exaggerating. Marlon Brando is his client. He owns a small island in Tahiti. However, the climate on the island is too humid, and the cigar can't be stored well. Marshall custom-made a box for him, and guess what?"
"What happened?" Li Du asked cooperatively.
"The humidity on the island is too high. Not only can the cigar not be stored well, but even his script will be destroyed by the humidity. Later, Marlon Brando put the script and the cigar together in the cigar box made by Marshall, and the script never had any problems again!"
Li Du said, "This Mr. Marshall is really amazing. So what's up with these two humid cigar boxes?"
He couldn't help it anymore. Sayder just didn't cut to the chase.
However, these words were useful. Li Du already knew the potential value of these boxes. The products of a master must be the best!
"Speaking of these two cigar boxes, we have to talk about his cooperation with Hollywood. In addition to accepting invitations from top stars, he also accepts invitations from some film companies.
"For example, this year, Universal Studios commissioned him to create 30 limited edition, numbered premium cigar boxes to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the movie 'Scarface.'
"These two cigar boxes are also related to a very famous movie and a Hollywood superstar. Can you guess?"
Hans looked at the skull on the box and said decisively, "D * mn it, it must be the Terminator and Arnold Schwarzenegger!"
"Bingo! You're right! "Sayder excitedly snapped his fingers.
"This cigar box is the real star. Look, the metal on the edge of the box is an extremely unique British standard silver material. Each box needs 100 grams of standard silver!
"In addition, the exterior of the box is made of crocodile skin, and the inner core is made of polished walnut. A total of 12 boxes were designed and made, each with a serial number. They were all custom-made!"
Hans was even more excited. "How much is it? How much is one worth? "
Sayder said, "Less than 100,000 dollars is definitely an insult to the master!"
Hans looked at Li Du and said excitedly, "A new one is 100,000 dollars. A second-hand one is worth at least 50,000 dollars!"
Sayder said, "I'm talking about second-hand goods. 100,000 dollars for second-hand goods! What if it's a new one? Ha, not only does it require money, it also requires status! "
“yes！ We've made a killing this time! "
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