All in all, it boils down to choices, how much we are willing to spend for something, what standards we use in choosing who our desired market is. Do we want to get caught in the trap of undercutting costs, doesn't sound like it. IMO someone who is into the anachronism of armor and and using it, sounds a little ridiculous if they're looking at pinching pennies, you'll get what you pay for, and sometimes less. I see here, a large group of people who don't feel altogether comfortable with a throw away society. I think that's great!!