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1. 
   SBMathias | Jun 12, 2013 11:42pm | #1

   The same thing that makes their jigsaw $265 - the name.

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   MarkH | Jun 13, 2013 05:45am | #2

   Look it up on Amazon, the reviews aren't very good, in fact the under $6 Komelion tape gets a significantly higher rating.  But the people who like it are using it for inside measurements and trim work, where it is quite accurate and convenient to use.  So I guess it isn't for everyone.  I suspect it is a low volume item, possibly not made in China, and they aren't making a killing on it.  Oh yeah, it has the Festool label, that does have something to do with it.

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   BossHog | Jun 17, 2013 05:23pm | #3

   Same thing that makes their little roll-around stool worth $350:

   http://www.festoolproducts.com/Festool-499325-MFH-1000-Multifunction-Stool-p/499325.htm

   The name, and the arrogance of the company that sells it.