I had read the posts about Lee Valley, but was not sure if I really believed it.
A made a visit to the store this week when I was on a trip to Toronto.
I am sold. The displays are useful and wonderful, the staff knowledgeable and the stock is deep. I ordered half a dozen of a couple of items, something I can not do at my local hardware...It was no issue.
The prices were reasonable.
If you get to Toronto, make sure you visit one of the stores...and if you do not want to go home broke, leave the credit cards at the hotel.
All I can say is - Robin - When are you coming to Michigan?
Doug
PS I have no ties to the store or the owners - I am just a satisfied customer!