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Old 06-17-2008, 07:04 AM
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Originally Posted by disneysteve View Post
This is a separate issue from the OP, but you are absolutely right. We've certainly learned over the years that there is a big difference between price and value. The $1 vegetable peeler is cheap, but the $10 Oxo one is a much better value. The $1 goggles are cheap, but the $20 Speedo ones are a much better value. I'd rather pay $20 for something that will last for years (or even a lifetime) than blow $1 on something that won't last a month or two.
Amen, Disneysteve, Amen! For years I put up with cheap knives in the kitchen that were dull and a pain to use (not to mention dangerous). I finally went out and bought a small set that is nice. They are a pleasure to use and far more safe since they aren't dull and will sharpen as needed. I think I'm money ahead because I'm not replacing them all the time. Not to mention the satisfaction of being able to use them and the pleasure in doing so.
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