On Tue, 11 Jan 2005 02:08:45 GMT, "Blueskies"
wrote:


"VideoFlyer" wrote in message ...
Lowes and Home Dee-pot are *not* hardware stores. . . ;-)


That's true.....but they're the closest thing to a hardware store that I have
seen for many years. Where did all the GOOD hardware stores go.

I went into Menards a few weeks ago looking for a 3 inch V-belt pulley for an
air compressor. The person who waited on me had no idea what a pulley was.
He started showing me ratchet cable "pullers"....like a "come-along." Last
month I went into the same store and asked if they carried tap and die sets.
Again...the person who waited on me didn't have a clue as to what I was talking
about.

I miss the days when I could take an obscure looking part into the store, and
the clerk (usually the owner) knew exactly what it was and how it was used.
There just aren't any stores like that around anymore.

I must sound like an old f*rt reminiscing about the good old days. I am a
YOUNG 47 year old male.

Dave

We have a really good Ace Hardware store here. I know they are struggling with Menards, The Home Depot, and Lowes within
4 miles. I use them every chance I get...


I've been shopping at the same Ace Hardware for well over 25
years. They know me by name and the owner has invited me to
his Christmas Party.... Of course, with what I've spent
there over the years, I probably have sent his kids to
college twice over...

John