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Old 07-19-2012, 01:19 PM   #59
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Originally Posted by bobofthenorth View Post
For a lot of "mariners" paying a lot of money and having a marine stamp gives them the confidence that they are unable to achieve any other way. They simply don't have the skill set to evaluate their options and choose wisely. A lot of people come to this late in life with no particular knowledge about or ability to assess mechanical systems. For them paying too much is a form of insurance and gives them some confidence. Misguided confidence often IMHO but confidence nevertheless.
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