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Many people do not mind waiting if they understand what is going on. From my experience, communication with the store can tell you a lot. For things that I use every day, I prefer to pay a bit more if the quality is stable. That is why I sometimes leave comments myself when I test a new shop or product.

If anyone is interested in real user experiences, I sometimes write short notes about the shops I test.
You can find one of the pages here:
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Even big and famous brands sometimes send generic replies that are not very helpful. I do not trust only the star rating, I like to see detailed photos and longer comments. If a piece of jewelry keeps its color and does not irritate the skin, I consider it a win. People who share height and weight information make it easier to choose the right size. Smaller shops can be surprisingly friendly if they care about repeat customers. A simple pair of glasses or a basic jacket that always works is worth a lot.

Hope this helps someone.