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>I just wanted to comment on a new trend that I've noticed in many ACE
> hardware stores - the appearance of tool bins - usually near the front
> door- filled with random items that appear to be "on sale". Set up to
> resemble a clearance sale, these displays are full of cheap tools which
> are marked at one price but "marked down" to $1.99 or something on the
> sign...KNOW THIS: these aren't good tools on sale, they are very crappy
> tools (made in China) and are invariably prone to breakage. They haven't
> been marked down, either - they never were intended top be sold at their
> indicated prices. I know you're thinking, "so what? It's only two bucks."
> And you're right - sometimes a cheap set of wire brushes is just what you
> need for a quick project. But if you've ever had a drill bit break off in
> a nice piece of wood, or worse, a bungee cord snap off at a bad time,
> you'll understand why these things can cost a lot more than the two
> dollars you paid. I just don't like the subtle deception that's used in
> the marketing of these items...you get what you pay for.
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