How do Screwfix know that I was thinking "Hmmm, haven't seen a Screwfix
> catalogue for a while" and put one in my post box?
There seem to be some serious price increases in that catalogue too.
The Bosch PEX400 orbital sander has jumped from =A358 to =A370 over two catalogues (high-street was around =A365) That's =A312 / 20%
Trying it on methinks, =C2=A360 is more the going rate.
Though I'd go for a 5mm orbit sander, work better with an 'interface pad'
cheers, Pete.
They also have the Bosch PMF 180 in the new catalouge at £99:99! Everywher else its around £65, probably cheaper if you look at ebay.
I was also bemused by the 'Site' range made by Makita. Seems like they are Makita's previous models badged for Screwfix - but they don't seem much cheaper than the current Makita models.
And whats the deal re Worx? Unknown brand, made in China, on sale at top prices? 18v combi with 2 x 2.2a Ni Cads for £169:99 compared to the Makita
18v combi with 3 x 1.3a at £179:99. I know which I would buy.
Looks like the B&Q (or whatever the parent company of both is called) effect finally beginning to affect us all...
It will be a real shame as I really like(d) them (good CS, prices, etc).
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