I think people buy cheaper, lower quality tools when they need them, more
expensive, longer-lasting tools when they want them.

With a job in progress, completion is the major concern. When the job's
still a plan, we plan our purchases.

"mac davis" wrote in message
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On 25 Nov 2004 13:31:38 GMT, (ToolMiser) wrote:

There are still a lot of good quality tools around, but I don't think the
demand is there as much.

I think you've pin pointed it...
Also, put that together with the "Instant Gratification" generation,
and you have the demand for inexpensive and cheap tools. (I do think
there is a difference)