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As a small business man myself, I really try to support other local small business people. I'm a photographer by trade, and I could definitely buy Camera equipment cheaper mail order, but I like the support of the local guys. I'm building my first layout in 20 years, and I'm trying to do the same with my hobby. I'm using Kato Unitrack and I could buy it much cheaper from say Toytrainheaven or others. But I've been buying it and my Woodland scenics from a local guy who is well stocked but sells at list. Last night after dropping some money on both products I came away feeling not too great about the purchase. It's great that he has the product right there, but for me there is no Value Added, especially at list price. What I mean is there are places I buy at knowingly paying more, but I get knowledge, after the purchase support, and an undefined warm fuzzy feeling. Kind of like buying at the old General store. You feel like the owner is really into what he sells, and appreciates your business. I don't get that at my LHS. I get the heres your product, wheres my money and thats it. He barely looks up from his magazine. No hints and kinks on how to use it, even when I ask, I got an I don't know, and this was the owner ! Now I will probably continue my support because it is nice to be able to go touch see and buy within 15 minutes of my house, but.. I got a whole lot more unitrack to buy, and Paying $8.00 for 4 straights vs $5 for the same thing is starting to make me think. Anyone else have a similar experience ? Thanks, Dave <br />
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