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I used to buy tools and some other misc items from them. Their order online and store pick up was very convenient for me. It was a stand alone store.

Unfortunately the market doesn't support large retail like it used to. Our store closed during their last round. Walking through that massive building with it nearly empty was depressing. Similar feelings when I was shopping at the Toys R Us clearance.

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Sears became a juggernaut largely from mail order sales.

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Which makes you wonder why they couldn't transition to online sales, essentially a new 'mail order catalog'.

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Another ignored "teachable moment" from Chicago.

Can't archive:

http://www.chicagotribune.com/business/ct-biz-sears-closing-last-chicago-store-20180412-story.html

Edit: Honestly, I thought they shuttered a few years ago with Radio Shack, which would be a no-brainer for on-line sales.