Who Was Prince Charlie Anyway?

[beloitpiper]

My point in posting this, however, is not to tout my own personal preferences, but to suggest that investing in such quality items can actually be a form of frugality. While buying a quality hand crafted item like those mentioned will undoubtedly cost more up front, in the long run it may actually be less expensive. Items such as these will last many years -- often a lifetime. Less expensive items will often wear out and need frequent replacement. In this age of consumerism where everything we buy is seen as disposable, how refreshing is it to wear a sporran and think, one day my grandson will wear this and think of his grandfather...

Yes, quality costs money, but the funny thing about quality -- it's always a sound investment!

Aye,
Matt

I always thought this was the true definition of frugality. Frugal isn't cheap, it's getting the most for your dollar. Example: I could buy a pair of Wal*Mart jeans for $10 and have them fall apart, or I could buy a pair of Carharts that will last my entire life. The jeans would be cheap, but the Carharts are frugal. I think that's why I'm confused as to how "The Frugal Corner" not it's name.....