The boots theory is an economic theory that people in poverty have to buy cheap and subpar products that need to be replaced repeatedly, proving more expensive in the long run than more expensive items.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boots_theory

  • Conyak@lemmy.tf
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    8 months ago

    This has been my strategy for power tools all my life. Has worked out great so far.