scubafanatic
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Yeah, this is another hobby that seems to get price inflation if the gear has "scuba" in the description. Sucks, but as northernone pointed out, not unique. I do tend to buy new, but have found other sources for some things, like bolt snaps, that aren't catering to divers and can usually save a nickel or two. Also like to diy things when practical, although that can sometimes end up costing more than if I just ordered it, lol.
I also do a LOT of DIY on my scuba gear, cool tweaks/mods are my middle name! Not so much to save $, but because my innovations cannot be purchased at any price so I have to invent them myself.