Classic Products

Classic Products Corp., headquartered in Fort Wayne, Indiana, is a specialized supplier serving the bowling industry through its screen printing and embroidery operations. Founded in 1959 as Fort Wayne Bowling Supply by Bob Carteaux and Marty Schmidt, the company initially operated as a small pro shop offering retail and wholesale bowling products... alongside trophy manufacturing and lanes resurfacing services. A pivotal expansion came with the acquisition of exclusive Midwest U.S. rights to the Manhattan Rubber bowling ball line and DBA products, which drove significant early growth. In 1965, the business was reorganized into separate entities, with the wholesale and retail bowling supply and screen print and embroidery operations continuing as The Classic Company. During the 1980s, the company strategically expanded its lettering and embroidery capabilities beyond bowling into broader markets, including the music industry, which eventually became the company's dominant revenue driver. Following the sale of its bowling supply operation in 1987, the core embroidery and screen printing business was relocated and rebranded as Classic Products Corp., maintaining its Fort Wayne headquarters. Throughout its evolution, Classic Products has remained committed to serving pro shops and bowling centers with reliable inventory management, responsive fulfillment, and quality customization services. The company's competitive advantage rests on its investment in skilled personnel, comprehensive inventory systems, and operational infrastructure designed to meet customer demand consistently and efficiently. By focusing on the specialized needs of the bowling industry while leveraging its deep expertise in screen printing and embroidery, Classic Products has established itself as a dependable partner for bowling facilities and retailers seeking customized apparel and promotional products.Read More