In article , alan_m
writes
On 03/10/2020 09:44, Chris B wrote:

That is a fair point, and as someone else said I have the
opportunity to spend half a day looking for the best price.* In
practice however these days with google it takes but seconds to get
the best price.

Go and Google for the best price for, say, a TV (identical model
numbers) or white goods (identical model numbers). Prices inclusive of
delivery and only from those suppliers with stock who can deliver
quickly. You may find that it takes more than a few seconds.

Been doing that for a new oven recently. Definitely takes more than a
few seconds!!!!!
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bert