On 1/14/2017 10:22 AM, Jack wrote:


Why Sears, Lowes, Home Depot won't give a decent price on small items is
not important to me. I guess enough people don't mind getting screwed,
or even know they are getting screwed.
I've been there myself.


I'm not sure you are getting screwed in spite of the high price. The
big box stores have a different method of handling inventory and the
cost is probably the same for a 10 cent screw as it is for a $20 light
fixture or $200 appliance. I can buy a pound of ham at the deli for
about the same price as a ham sandwich and loaf of bread. You pay for
the handling and convenience.