[Zeke]

Sears was never an esteemed place for me. Once when I was just starting out working in the trades I heard their work boots were great. I didn't know much about boots so I went in a bought some. Worst most uncomfortable boots ever and I think they were made overseas even back then. If not, maybe Mexico although I always figured Mexico could make good leather goods. But that's is beside the point.

Their other workwear was only average. Pennys was at least as good. I don't remember if Sears carried Levi's but I don't think so. Back then, Levi's were the toughest jeans going. Sears just didn't fit the CA lifestyle, like an alien amongst the retail establishment.

Then there was the time that I didn't get a statement from their credit dept and they immediately put me into collections. I had sent a change of address in with the previous bill. All done at that point forever with Sears. (I use to buy their Die Hard batteries.)