July 7, I was really sad to see that Leonard Lee passed away.
Lee Valley was the first company to sell me a decent tool.
Over the years, I've grown really fond of the company for a thoughtfully well-made tools, impeccable customer service, superior quality control, and an understated commitment to integrity.
Leonard did something special to create such a company.
Does anyone have stories about the man?
-Matt
ps. I'll add mine. While reading up on workbench design at the library, I had to double take at the intro from Leonard. I think his quote was "Life is better with a workbench in your office," along with a picture of his personal "hidden" workbench.