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Originally Posted by Stillraining
I know what you mean Bubb..I have bought a couple pair of their canvas snap installation pliers...I can deform them with one hand trying to install the snaps..  ...They are lured into the Chinese tool market as well...but I believe and (Hope ) there screws/bolts are the real McCoys. |
In my experience the WM fasteners that are sold in bulk are of decent quality but are typically WAY overpriced when compared to the fastener warehouse near me that does retail as well. The hardware WM sell packaged however is low grade crap. It is labelled as 316 yet the screw heads strip everytime and I have broken a bunch off too. I have deduced over the years that there is never, EVER a reason to shop at West Marine for anything.... ever.
EVER!