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>Given all these bankruptcies, I’m beginning to think that even back in 2001, this product was underpriced. $3.99 was simply too low to charge for a product whi

by pydry 4y ago

>Given all these bankruptcies, I’m beginning to think that even back in 2001, this product was underpriced. $3.99 was simply too low to charge for a product which would go on to serve me well and faithfully for 20+ years and counting. In life, you have to know your value, and charge accordingly. He's mixing up use value and exchange value.

bombcar 4y ago
Exactly. Many things cost substantially less than their “value” because they’re way too easy for someone else to make. Vacuum molded plastics are often high on that list.
davio 4y ago
Don't forget those ubiquitous 20% coupons (they also accepted Bed Bath and Beyond's coupons)