This doesn’t really apply, but I’m reminded of saying of a friend of mine who has an incredible machine shop at home.

“Why buy something readily available, when you can make it for twice the price?”

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Lee Reep
NAR 55948

Projects: Semroc Saturn 1B, Ken Foss Designs Mini Satellite Interceptor
In the Paint Shop: Nothing! Too cold!
Launch-Ready: Farside-X, Maxi Honest John, Super Scamp