It's time to address a recurring issue that's been cropping up within our small reloading community, and frankly, there's no excuse for it. While I've been open in sharing many of my designs with the public, it's imperative that we all understand and respect the terms outlined in the licensing agreements associated with these releases. Using these designs typically does not automatically grant permission to sell the items produced.
If you're considering printing and selling items based on my designs, or those of others, I implore you to reach out directly to the creator and request permission. Recently, I encountered a situation where I granted someone permission to use my design for their store under the condition that they remove my logo from the item. Regrettably, despite my clear instructions, the individual has failed to comply, leaving the item listed with my logo intact.
Let me be crystal clear: I will not remove my logo from the items I post due to concerns of intellectual property theft. However, removing the logo is a simple request that I may have been happy to accommodate if asked respectfully. It's disheartening to witness my work misrepresented in this manner, particularly when it's been listed for over a year without accommodating a simple task.