The Material Review

The Material Review

The Material Review

Issue 166: Bobby from Boston, eBay Pro Tips, Slow Trains, Pizza Decline, The Last Clogmaker In England, Software-Defined Vehicles Suck, Corporate Jargon and Spotlight On: Harrison Limited.

Michael Williams and The Material Review
Feb 28, 2026
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Overlooked No More: Bobby Garnett, ‘Godfather’ of Vintage Dealers

“His store, Bobby From Boston, transformed the way vintage men’s wear is sold, serving as a model for a generation of retailers.” [NYT]

How to shop eBay like a Pro

“How to search, how to spot quality, how to negotiate, and how to get the best deals possible.” [what’s mine is yours]

Why Are American Passenger Trains Slow?

[American Affairs Journal]

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