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"One benefit of being the last one standing is that when competitors close, Schweitzer won much of their business, he says." --quote from OA

I have noticed this with electric organs (Hammond &c), (mechanical) pianos, film camera repair, vintage car maintenance. Legacy tech has a business model associated with it based on longevity! A few can consolidate and eke out the remaining volume aided by the discover-ability the Internet provides. Nice.

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