LogicalOne Kelly, youre welcom. However that's an easy choice for me. A buddy who has quality golf products at competitive prices, or a big company. If I'm buying big company products, it's going to be from a local independent shop.
That said, I'll make as many of my purchases from my buddy who's business I want to see be successful.
Not long ago I gave a golf buddy a sleeve of new 3 piece balls. He decided that he likes the way they feel, and made the off handed comment about wanting a hat, so I gave him one of the hats with a leather patch, and a single point divot tool.
Hopefully he places an order for some balls.