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Yeah, for me, the perceived value wasn't there. But I appreciate I'm not your average consumer. Just look at Bearclaw to see how easily people can be sucked into marketing for Chinese welded frames.
For me, sub $3000 for a Ti frame from a world renowned shop was like 'woah, that's way more attainable than anticipated' (especially compared to stock manufacturer's like Moots who want $4k). Whereas $3500 for butted was like 'hmmmm the bargain feel of this frame has started to disappear'.
But if you can keep the cost of butting the frames low and the markup high then I guess it's a win-win.
JB
Unless you're riding the two back to back, I know nobody will know the difference.
I'm choosing tube profiles for ride characteristics already but I wanted butting for the weight and because whether or not it actually adds any advantage to the frame, many people think this:
and therefore perceived value increases. I am looking into selling these, not just making one.