Originally Posted by
Retro Grouch
You probably would if you looked closely at the cables in person. The better quality cables are pulled through a die which makes the outside diameter of the cable smooth so it will slide theough the cable housing more easily.
I have actually, in the past, ordered both cables and looked at them in person. However, it's possible I don't now what to look for. It's possible my hands just don't feel it. I ordered a couple of each this time, so that I can compare once again.
Maybe the cheaper ones are also die drawn, and the marketing copy just doesn't mention it.