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Re:'Wild West' mentality lingers in modern populations of US... by nerdponx on Tuesday September 08, 2020 @02:59PM (#24411695)
It's not always a matter of willingness. Many people didn't have opportunities early in life to learn these skills, and as older adults they probably don't have the free time.
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Re:'Wild West' mentality lingers in modern populations of US... by noir_lord on Tuesday September 08, 2020 @03:27PM (#24412027)
True plus modern urban living means people don't have sheds/garages both of which I had access to growing up with a lot of the tools as well.
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