Small Bear - Message To The Community

[harrisxr650]

I wish you all the best in your retirement Steve.

[bushidov]

Best of wishes to you Steve and to your well earned retirement. I learned a lot about Germanium transistors from ya!

[Ben N]

Wow, that sure does change the landscape, but I'm happy as heck for you, Steve. Count me in as hoping for a sale rather than a winding-down of the business.

[amptramp]

Happy to hear you have made it to retirement!

Now, will somebody please BUY HIS SHOP?  Because if it happens, it will probably be someone who has already posted on this thread.

[Kevin Mitchell]

Steve & Company,
I cannot thank you enough for not only the quality service given over the years, but also the vigilant efforts to seamlessly accommodate every single order and inquiry I have placed. I have not once been dissatisfied by your services. The fact is, you didn't owe that level of attention to anyone but you do it anyways. You've opened the gateway to the new & experienced and came through with every single instance I've had with you & your company. Not to mention your involvement with the community here as I continue to gain from your past posts. Your business & kind hearted attitude was and will always be an inspiration to me personally. While I'm quite sad to see the news, it's totally understandable. I feel like I'm losing an internet buddy but gained enormous endearment from the quality of your character.

Now I know I need to find a place for all of these SmallBear stickers lol.

With sincere gratitude;
-Kevin

[Steben]

I wish you a fulfilling retirement, in which you may recieve the gift of luxurious time.
We all know very well the milestones of your work, although I never ordered anything living in Europe.

[EBK]

The most awesome thing about ordering from Smallbear is trustworthiness.  I can't think of anyone else I would be willing to buy rare parts from.  There are already a lot of items out of stock.  I just placed an order for some of the things I could think of that I won't be able to buy later.  It's like the end of a magical era--no more unicorn tears.

[fowl]

I may be new to posting on this forum, but not new to Small Bear.  There are some items I literally don't know where else to find!

As others have said, enjoy retirement of course, but it would be great if you were able to sell the business to someone with the same interest set.

[Mark Hammer]

I wish you a fulfilling retirement, in which you may recieve the gift of luxurious time.
We all know very well the milestones of your work, although I never ordered anything living in Europe.

Steve never met a dog he didn't want to squat down in front of, look in the eye, talk to, and pet. With more free time, his retiring will be to the benefit of dogs everywhere.  He'll have so much dog hair on his palms, you'll think he's turned into a werewolf!

[jimilee]

Happy retirement Steve! I know you were the guy that had everything from the obscure to the unobtainium. no one could ever replace you and your dedication. Hopefully, we can find someone that is half as dedicated, those are some mighty big shoes to fill.

[PRR]

......you'll think he's turned into a werewolf!

A bearwolf.

[StephenGiles]

Best wishes Steve on your retirement - I've never forgotten your kindness all those years ago!

[Electron Tornado]

Steve,

Congrats on your retirement and best of luck to you in whatever plans you have.

Thank you for being such an excellent resource, along with your outstanding customer service to those of us in the DIY community! Small Bear Electronics became not only a one stop shop for builders, but the place to find some things no one else had.

Fair winds and following seas!

[Electron Tornado]

Maybe you could find someone to take over Small Bear to continue?

This would be my thought too. I know it's not easy to sell a business, but honestly - Small Bear has the visibility, an excellent brand, everything in place and running already, etc etc.. It's about as good as it comes if you want a "going concern"!

Either way, best of luck for the future, Steve. It's been a pleasure doing business with you and your excellent staff (hi Tina!).

Opportunity isn't just knocking here, it's banging loudly on the door.

[John Lyons]

End of an era here. I can't imagine the effort you've
put into the cave and sustained over the years.
Have a great time filling up all the time you put into
Smallbear.
Still coming up with parts I can't find at other places.

[pinkjimiphoton]

respect and love on your journey, man, thank you for all the love you showed to the community for so many years, and stand down in peace. hope you find some beauty out there away from the same old shoe-shine. all the best!
PjP

[Govmnt_Lacky]

Has anyone ordered and received shipping notification since the announcement?

[knutolai]

Congratulation on retirement and thank you for your effort with SmallBearElec! I will miss it!

[John Lyons]

Has anyone ordered and received shipping notification since the announcement?

Yes, ordered and received.

[Govmnt_Lacky]

Has anyone ordered and received shipping notification since the announcement?

Yes, ordered and received.

Damn... must be nice. I have had to email them on almost every order I have placed with them. Like... several DAYS after placing it. 

EDIT: I guess they saw my email. Got a shipping notice a minute ago