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At first when reader Brian sent this photo of an open item that cost more than a new one, we thought, “HA! Stupid!”
Then we realized that no, it’s not stupid. They’re just charging a modest $2 fee to open that ridiculous #$%@$ clamshell packaging for you. And as far as we’re concerned— it’s a deal.
(Photo: Brian)
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