On Sun, 19 Oct 2003 23:47:15 GMT, Dave Balderstone
wrote:

This stuff does happen, and it happens because the people running the
company do indeed want to celebrate more than they want the profit.

djb

Not to mention that it's GREAT PR and provides excellent, long lasting
word of mouth good will. How long does a clamp last? A lifetime? G
Every time those clamps get used, some folks will remember the deal,
and talk about it. Good companies still understand the business sense
of good will, even if it's not easily measurable as a line item.

On the other hand, I wonder how many will use his as an opportunity to
turn a quick profit on eBay?

Barry