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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19 years ago