Good points, all of 'em, but I meant that more for those who:
1.Don't travel in such cirlces(like me).
2.Are on a different continent/in a different country than the shop.
3.Know precisely what they want, and are merely looking for someone who makes what they want as part of their regular "house style"(me again).
KnowwhatI'msayin'?
I wouldn't make a choice whether or not to use them based on their availability on the Web, for many have different reasons for not going online.
Example: I understand that Charvet's Colban still doesn't like the fact that the colors online aren't true to what's in the store, and is waiting until there's more color accuracy available to him and his product. True or not, I get his ideas, especially considering Charvet's price points.
Also, I'm not too keen on asking others where they get their gear, for what looks good on him...KnowwhatImean? But, that's just me. Everyone has their own system. The trick is finding one which works well for you.

Last edited by BCL (2007-02-16 23:12:18)