What were the challenges faced by Pinners in their profession?

Pinners, or those involved in pin-making, faced several challenges including labor-intensive production processes, competition from machine-made pins, and fluctuating material costs. Additionally, they often worked in poor conditions with limited safety measures. The rise of industrialization further threatened their livelihoods, as mass production reduced the demand for handmade pins, leading to economic instability for many artisans.