Quote Originally Posted by hoglahoo View Post
the newcomer may browse the classifieds here or the numerous vendors' websites who offer used non-hyped razors for a fraction of dubl duck and large-filarmonica prices or try their luck on ebay or rummage through antique store items

the newcomer has many choices, he or she is not under obligation to purchase an overpriced razor. if the newcomer decides to run with the first tip they get, they've limited their own options

You do understand that I am talking about the market right? That it is not about the buyer making other choices? It is about the buyer needing the brand that got hyped. It is about the buyer needing what he does not have and is willing to pay whatever it takes for it.

I am trying to explain why the prices get rediculous, not what other choice the buyer has. You do realize that when I made that statement it was relative to the razor he wants, not the razor that is available and probably a better choice, correct?