Steve sez: "In my book, used is instantly half retail. Maybe a bit more if I need it.
I wouldn't be doing a lot of business with that fellow."

Totally agreed, Steve! I only buy from him on a "convenience-store" basis. Other than such
emergency quickies, most all other tooling purchases are made on line. On line service is getting
better all the time. The other day, I ordered some things from MSC one morning and got them the
next. FWIW, I like McMaster Carr even better but MSC's nice catalog keeps me coming back.

Bob Swinney

"Steve B" wrote in message news
"Robert Swinney" wrote in message
...
Steve sez: "Almost every "thrift" shop I have been in recently, even
religious charities
are very aware of ebay. . . ."

We've got a small shop nearby that sells used, reconditioned, and surplus
tooling. The place is run
by an ex-machinist from an electronics manufacturer. He has some some good
stuff and some
not-so-good. Caveat emptor. Bargains are hard to find there. He seems to
"price" near retail,
referencing catalogs from major suppliers. The convenience factor and no
shipping costs offset his
near-retail prices.

Bob Swinney


Steve