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The Wizard

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2. You're just a practicing capitalist

Reply to Floyd R. Turbo (Original post)

Tue Apr 21, 2026, 02:30 PM

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buying at the best price. It works for me, especially during times of unconscionable inflation.
You can go directly to the Chinese and skip the middle man at Ali Express, but you have to be careful of bait and switch.

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I believe in supporting local businesses, but not at twice the price! Need a new cartridge puller for some plumbing work [View all] Floyd R. Turbo Tuesday OP

I take the Amazon price to my local Ace Bobstandard Tuesday #1

Don't like to bust someone's chops over the price of an item. I'd rather look elsewhere! Floyd R. Turbo Tuesday #3

I think they appreciate having the chance. Bobstandard Tuesday #8

You're just a practicing capitalist The Wizard Tuesday #2

I've yet to try Ali! Floyd R. Turbo Tuesday #4

It generally takes 10 days The Wizard Tuesday #5

The Internet hasn't spread bargains Marthe48 Tuesday #6

Yep! Floyd R. Turbo Tuesday #9

buy american and support local business are empty phrases these days nt msongs Tuesday #7

Indeed! Floyd R. Turbo Tuesday #10