Originally Posted by
fietsbob
But its not a Bazaar, Shops have to pay for the stuff they sell , + the cost of running the shop and staffing it.
Of course, but the owners aren't children and can take care of themselves.
As an owner of a small business, I'd prefer the option of taking less than I prefer on a sale made, than not being offered the choice and getting nothing.
It's perfectly reasonable and fair to ask for a discount. that's especially if you're an out of towner, and likely would not be shopping there except if there were an incentive to do so.
It's also perfectly reasonable for the shop owner to decline, or make you a counter offer.