SparkyinAK, I see your dilema.The point is very valid in volume.

Obsaleet: Your point is well taken.
I think we all know where and how we do better.

Example, I'll buy my wire at the box store (RX), but when it comes to my 6" cans.. I get those from the supply house, much better deal, TRIMS,RI kits and lamps included.
Any extras I bring them back seperate to the box store, for "store credit". OOPS, I gave a trade secret out.
I then apply that to the wire.