[Boatanchors] Hamfest Pricing

[Al Parker]

Hi Dave, et al,
	We discussed this several times at Shelby.  You're correct, but one 
other thing they don't realize is that ebay/paypal fees grab at least 
15% of the selling price, incl. a "commission" on the shipping.  Not to 
mention the hassle of proper packing and getting it out the door.
	If they bring up ebay prices I just ask why they haven't sold the item 
on ebay.  A blank stare is the usual answer.
73,

Al, W8UT
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On 9/1/2014 9:14 AM, David Stinson wrote:
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> The laws of marketing are immutable.
> Size of market dictates demand. Demand dictates price.
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>
> Another reason for the discount price one gets at hamfests is the
> trade-off in delivery trouble.
> Handing a rig across a table is a lot easier than
> the time, effort, expense and risk of shipping.
> That's worth a discount.
>
> GL OM ES 73 DE Dave AB5S
>