We use a 15 inch Kiefer clock during our practices. It stalls during warm weather. I know we can buy a replacement motor for $30.
But it astounds me these clocks cost $140 new. They have a clock motor that is really worth no more than $10 and have a molded plastic case. The 31 inch clock is $250.
The replacement parts are outrageous. The clear plastic lens for the 31 inch is $60!
Is this just an example of a "specialist" item and they get swim clubs to pay the money?
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I agree the marketplace ultimately will choose the price. What surprises me is that no one else has entered the market with a less expensive product. There is no intellectual property with them, and the barrier to entry, especially with the Internet, is very low. I assume no patents on these!
I can only guess right now the market is not big enough to make it worthwhile. Maybe only a few hundred sold in a year?
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Former Member
I agree the marketplace ultimately will choose the price. What surprises me is that no one else has entered the market with a less expensive product. There is no intellectual property with them, and the barrier to entry, especially with the Internet, is very low. I assume no patents on these!
I can only guess right now the market is not big enough to make it worthwhile. Maybe only a few hundred sold in a year?
