This thread has brought to light a very prevalent issue. Staci - you did the right thing by bringing this up (should have been done sooner but your job is also important
). You deserve a raise for bugging Mike & Jim about this matter.
We are going to commodotize this industry way too soon if this keeps happening to you and any other innovators (thank God there are still lots of them left).
Most of us know that you are the original designers and many people will support you if only for that reason. Others will stray to save $100 and unknowingly hurt the industry pioneers.
I purchased 3 Ring Brothers items and they are all first class craftsmanship with a keen eye for design. I would buy anything I needed from them again.
Tell the brothers to not be discouraged by people saying, "this is inevitable - it's not worth the investment." It is this indifference and and pursuit of instant gratification that will deteriorate this relatively new and awesome hobby of ours.
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