The key thing for Wren is to retain their market share and indeed build upon it.
I agree, but Wren's big selling point is their service. If this is compromised by rapid expansion then they become just A.N.Other turbine manufacturer. There are plenty of high quality turbines out there. Without top quality service what sets Wren apart from the competition? I am not necessarily saying service will be compromised, but it is of concern to me, as a Wren customer.
As an example, when I asked Sara about the FOD screen, I was told that they could not sell them as they were in danger of not being able to produce new engines (I got the impression that they did have some screens at the time, the fact that they are still producing 44 Gold's seems to confirm this). This is exactly what I am talking about. Rapid expansion meaning that priorities shift away from their core supporters.
So for me, good move Wren, but if its an engine only, I will be going direct
Who will have priority over engines. An individual ordering direct or a dealer ordering 20 turbines?
I can see the positives. Al's hobbies has 5% off online purchases. Although I haven't tried this, it would appear that this also applies to the Wren engines, hence an immediate price reduction. Maybe Mark Leavesley or Inwood will price match or beat this.
If anyone has a FOD Screen starter for MW 44 that they don't want (or were about to order one without a FOD Screen) I am in the market for one. I can Part Ex a standard cover and wand starter.